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Vet Questions

Bhelliom Oct 04, 2004 12:39 PM

hey guys just moved from a small town where there was only one vet... so i didn't have much choice in who i took my beardie to... he didn't seem too confident with herps but i took him there anyways... like i said, not much other choice.

Anyways, I've moved to a larger town and have much more selection for vets.. I was wondering what sort of questions i should be asking them to make sure they've got a more solid idea of what they're talking about before i decide to trust my animals with them? if that makes any sense please let me know

thanks Derek

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Mystical-Dragons Oct 04, 2004 08:16 PM

I suggest taking a look at www.herpvetconnection.com and see if maybe one in your area has been referred to the list. That would be a good head start at finding one at least with some knowledge.

Other then that you got to go in and act stupid.. Ask questions about sexing, diet, lights/temps. Basic things you know already. Before you go in you can ask straight up if he's had any experience with Bearded Dragons. Ask if he can maybe refer you to other vets that may be more experienced. Some happen to be pretty honest and straight forward. I was very lucky to find one a few years out of school with some experience. Still very ambitious with learning more about reptiles, diseases, and new treatments himself. Some vets with a long time out of school were not offered the specialized exotic classes that are available today. We basically taught each other a lot of things and where to find new information. Those that are still interested in learning will research, and make contacts to much more skilled and qualified vets, and even people in the hobby, as many hobbiest are much more knowledgeable and in tune with basic ins and outs and noticing symptoms. Hobbiests & breeders deal with Beardies on a daily basis vets maybe every so often. Maybe look for someone who keeps a few reptiles him/herself.
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Bhelliom Oct 05, 2004 11:15 PM

Thanks very much for the tips and the website.

always appreciate the help you can give

Derek

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