How often is Inclusion Body Desease encountered now-a-days in breeder circles and their offspring (common/uncommon/prevalent...)???
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Leon
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How frequently is IBD encountered in BRB's
lgorbaty
May 06, 2005 08:08 AM
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neilm
May 06, 2005 06:29 PM
Nobody, that's anybody, wants to talk about IBD. I will tell you this, it is very rare. The problem is that every snake that has even one symptom, is said to have IBD by idiots that don't have a clue.
Stay away from mites and you are less likely to have a problem.
Any "experts" out there want to put their 2 cents in. Don't hold your breath people. LOL.
joeysgreen
May 07, 2005 11:25 AM
It depends where you are located. The USA has the highest concentration of cases, and yet, it is still rather low. Dr.Klingenberg sees about 50 cases a year (less than one per week) and he does see a concentrated reptile caseload. Other herp vets maybe see one to two cases a year.
For practical reasons, it is best to observe quarantine with all new animals or animals that appeared at shows with lots of other animals/handling. There are other diseases that this will allow detection for as well.
