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Old 05-09-2008, 10:34 AM
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We had a royal with RI not so long ago and the vet used fortum. Think we caught it early so he's recovered well, but leaving it untreated won't help. I'd find a vet!
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Old 05-09-2008, 12:07 PM
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I have to agree with Sparkle. It would be very risky administering medication such as antibiotics without vet input. The wrong dose per weight, the wrong antibiotic etc could be fatal to your Leo. As said the symptoms of RI could be caused by a multitude of things and you should have it checked to confirm that a) it is a respiratory infection and b) that there is no underlying problem. Im sure there must be some vets in your area that deal with herps. It may not necessarily be a specialist herp vet but all vets should have some basic knowledge regarding reps and they will have access to clinical resources and specialists to help with anything they are unsure of. Please take your Leo to a vet.
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:24 AM
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its not really safe to administer medication without knowing exact weights and quantities.. also the RI could be an underlying problem.. not all RIs are simple colds and sniffles they csan indicate other more serious underlying issues...

what type of gecko is it and is there humidity in the viv etc..

I have a leo the humidity is 30% I live in the us so I dont think you could help me with finding a vet but my gecko looks healthy eats normally but the only problem is a blup noises and gasping and doesnt explore her tank
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:25 AM
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Is it ventilated enough?
What type of wood is the viv made from and what substrate are you using?
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:31 AM
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I have to agree with Sparkle. It would be very risky administering medication such as antibiotics without vet input. The wrong dose per weight, the wrong antibiotic etc could be fatal to your Leo. As said the symptoms of RI could be caused by a multitude of things and you should have it checked to confirm that a) it is a respiratory infection and b) that there is no underlying problem. Im sure there must be some vets in your area that deal with herps. It may not necessarily be a specialist herp vet but all vets should have some basic knowledge regarding reps and they will have access to clinical resources and specialists to help with anything they are unsure of. Please take your Leo to a vet.
My gecko got sick because its ceramic heat emmiter stoped working and it got cold etc so I dont think theres a underlying problem and ill ask nearby vets see if they would see her
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:33 AM
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Is it ventilated enough?
What type of wood is the viv made from and what substrate are you using?
its made out of glass and it is ventilated im using reptile carpet for substrate
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:37 AM
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Tbh id up the temps to 92-94F warm end and see how she goes for a few days is she eating and drinking ok?
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:40 AM
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Tbh id up the temps to 92-94F warm end and see how she goes for a few days is she eating and drinking ok?
if i put her warm side at 92-94 she would go to the cool side shes eating normaly but drinking a bit less
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Old 06-09-2008, 12:55 AM
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Even if there is no underlying cause, if after upping temps your leo doesnt improve it needs a vet to prescribe treatment.
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Old 06-09-2008, 02:00 AM
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Even if there is no underlying cause, if after upping temps your leo doesnt improve it needs a vet to prescribe treatment.
ok Ill try to find one
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