SwervesBar
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Judging by the title you should know what happened...
I have had Pancake for 2 weeks, he's a 6/6.5 month old now and I've learned he likes to make a pretty big mess with his poop.
SO I was in the middle of cleaning the tank- lid off. Left my room, door shut to call my dad to pick up more paper towels and came back to my door open and my cat laying with a smirk.
My door apparently didn't click shut.
He suffered surface scratches, I don't see any evidence of bite wounds, and most of the damage is his tail. The back of his head took a few swipes and he got caught under his chin. This is an emergency to me because I know that a cat bite/scratch can quickly turn into a life or death situation due to infection due to their nasty little germs. Below the images I'll talk about what we did to clean him up.
***I WANT TO KNOW FROM YOU EXPERIENCED BEARDIE OWNERS; VET OR NO VET??
I know it's better to be safe than sorry-- But it's winter here and going to a reptile vet is a 3 hour long drive, I have a severe panic and anxiety disorder. I don't have much money- but if it's going to help him I'll do it.
***IF NOT VET EMERGENCY--- Is there anything else you would recommend/any advice you'd give me on treating these wounds that you KNOW will PREVENT infection AFTER YOU READ WHAT STEPS I'VE TAKEN SO FAR??
AFTER THE ATTACK SYMPTOMS; He's very energetic and already back to his old self. Scrambling, ate roaches and even had some of his salad. Currently basking between sprinting around the tank.
Anyways, here's the damage;
https://i.imgur.com/7AgZOwZ.jpg
---- Just gonna say this once; "You're an irresponsible owner you should never leave the lid off if you know you're cats are gonna murder him" <------- 1. I was cleaing his cage. 2. No, I'm not.
This animal requires the most of my time, energy, and love. I literally treat him as a child. My options were; Go off and have a husband and a family--- Or have animals. (priorities obviously) Trust me, I am doing everything in my power to make sure he has the best and longest life possible...
***WHAT I DID AFTER THE ATTACK-
Immediately ran him and his wounds under warm water ((he hated every second of it, I'm sure he was in a lot of pain)) I was about to apply antibacterial ointment when my mom came up with another alternative after doing some research online.
We use the purest natural oils we can get a hold of-- we believe in the highest quality care when it comes to us and our pets. So we made our own concoction to avoid the use of applying petroleum on my dragon. We made a a mixture of lavender to help sooth his cuts, Helichrysum to stop the bleeding, Frankincense to help the wound heal, and a mix called On-Guard to kill the bacteria that could've got in. WE MIXED ALL OF THIS- AND PUT IT IN A DILUTION OF 95% COCONUT OIL JUST TO BE SAFE.
His cage has been disinfected, I gave him a new basking spot while I go clean his perch--
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I'M MISSING???? ANYTHING ELSE I COULD POSSIBLY DO TO HELP? DESPITE EVERYTHING SHOULD I TAKE A VET TRIP ANYWAYS???
Guys I know this was a lot to read- But trust me when I say I have a lot of concern and anxiety over the current health of this animal... even with the research I did; YOUR OPINION. MATTERS TO ME.
Even if you think he'll be ok-- Hearing from other people really helps me form a good judgement.
Whoever actually takes the time to read this--- I love you..
And most importantly--- Pancake loves you.
I have had Pancake for 2 weeks, he's a 6/6.5 month old now and I've learned he likes to make a pretty big mess with his poop.
SO I was in the middle of cleaning the tank- lid off. Left my room, door shut to call my dad to pick up more paper towels and came back to my door open and my cat laying with a smirk.
My door apparently didn't click shut.
He suffered surface scratches, I don't see any evidence of bite wounds, and most of the damage is his tail. The back of his head took a few swipes and he got caught under his chin. This is an emergency to me because I know that a cat bite/scratch can quickly turn into a life or death situation due to infection due to their nasty little germs. Below the images I'll talk about what we did to clean him up.
***I WANT TO KNOW FROM YOU EXPERIENCED BEARDIE OWNERS; VET OR NO VET??
I know it's better to be safe than sorry-- But it's winter here and going to a reptile vet is a 3 hour long drive, I have a severe panic and anxiety disorder. I don't have much money- but if it's going to help him I'll do it.
***IF NOT VET EMERGENCY--- Is there anything else you would recommend/any advice you'd give me on treating these wounds that you KNOW will PREVENT infection AFTER YOU READ WHAT STEPS I'VE TAKEN SO FAR??
AFTER THE ATTACK SYMPTOMS; He's very energetic and already back to his old self. Scrambling, ate roaches and even had some of his salad. Currently basking between sprinting around the tank.
Anyways, here's the damage;
https://i.imgur.com/7AgZOwZ.jpg
---- Just gonna say this once; "You're an irresponsible owner you should never leave the lid off if you know you're cats are gonna murder him" <------- 1. I was cleaing his cage. 2. No, I'm not.
This animal requires the most of my time, energy, and love. I literally treat him as a child. My options were; Go off and have a husband and a family--- Or have animals. (priorities obviously) Trust me, I am doing everything in my power to make sure he has the best and longest life possible...
***WHAT I DID AFTER THE ATTACK-
Immediately ran him and his wounds under warm water ((he hated every second of it, I'm sure he was in a lot of pain)) I was about to apply antibacterial ointment when my mom came up with another alternative after doing some research online.
We use the purest natural oils we can get a hold of-- we believe in the highest quality care when it comes to us and our pets. So we made our own concoction to avoid the use of applying petroleum on my dragon. We made a a mixture of lavender to help sooth his cuts, Helichrysum to stop the bleeding, Frankincense to help the wound heal, and a mix called On-Guard to kill the bacteria that could've got in. WE MIXED ALL OF THIS- AND PUT IT IN A DILUTION OF 95% COCONUT OIL JUST TO BE SAFE.
His cage has been disinfected, I gave him a new basking spot while I go clean his perch--
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I'M MISSING???? ANYTHING ELSE I COULD POSSIBLY DO TO HELP? DESPITE EVERYTHING SHOULD I TAKE A VET TRIP ANYWAYS???
Guys I know this was a lot to read- But trust me when I say I have a lot of concern and anxiety over the current health of this animal... even with the research I did; YOUR OPINION. MATTERS TO ME.
Even if you think he'll be ok-- Hearing from other people really helps me form a good judgement.
Whoever actually takes the time to read this--- I love you..
And most importantly--- Pancake loves you.