Recent content by Drache613

Hello, Yes, try to keep her a little warmer overnight to help her body metabolize it better. Try to get some activated charcoal into her also if you can. If you don't have that, get some parsley, cilantro, mint, basil & oregano & make a paste with that or a slurry. Get a small amount of that...

Hello, He is a real cutie! As AHBD has suggested regarding the possible fungal areas, the raw honey is the best treatment to use & it's safe to use on & around the eye area. Definitely changing to a solid substrate will help to keep the tank environment much cleaner for him also. Let us know...

Hello, That is good news she seems to be feeling better. I agree, just continue to use the diluted betadine rinses when needed & applying the raw honey to help ward off any infection. Tracie

Hello, I would think that as long as the candle would be out of the way of her investigating it wouldn't harm her. Yes, also the Skin-so-Soft is good for repellent. You could possibly spray it on a few areas surrounding her tank where she can't lick that either. It is non toxic. I can do...

Hello, You are very welcome! You are doing great. Let us know how things are going. Tracie

Hello, They definitely can get picky with eating their greens! How often does she eat insects? At 8 months of age, there is always a remote possibility that she is just naturally slowing down to some point. Do you have any pictures of her you could post for us? Tracie

Hello, If the urates are not as formed, that is essentially good hydration. Just use your judgement as to when you can cut back some on the oral fluids so you don't overhydrate her. She is probably having spring fever & has higher hormone levels which is very normal. They will often black...

Hello, Are you concerned with them getting into the tank or house? Citronella is very natural & highly effective. You could put up a citronella strip or citronella candle in the general area to help try & keep them at bay or completely deflect them. Tracie

Hello, Let us know how the healing is going. I hope you are able to find some silver cream. If you aren't able to find that, you can also try some raw unpasteurized honey to help out with infection. It is very safe to use, as well. Tracie

Hello, Yes, anything off like that can definitely worry us to death! He will be perfectly fine. It's normal to worry when something seems so odd like that! Tracie

Hello, As everyone has given great suggestions, he will be fine with you being gone for just a few days. As long as his lights are on timers, that really is the most important thing so that he can regulate his temperatures. Even if he doesn't eat much, he will be extra hungry when you get back...

Hello, I agree, it looks like a little more needs to come off, unfortunately. I hate to see him lose more of his tail. You don't know how this initially happened? They are masters of hiding illness so the infection that is still present will likely continue in that tissue. I am glad that he...

Hello, Oh no, just like a toddler figuring out she can climb & try to escape! Good grief. Since her weight is holding & stable, you can let her sleep awhile. Monitor her weight & fatpads, to be sure she stays hydrated. Most tend to want to brumate for a few weeks up to a few months, it is...

Hello, That is a very cute picture of him. As Karrie suggested, perhaps use a solid piece of fabric like fleece for a hammock. Use the crocheted blanket as a cover at night for him, to keep him warm. Tracie

Hello, Great, it sounds like the new UVB light is really helping him out. Keep us posted on him! Tracie