girllovingbeardies
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Hi, everyone. I just took in a new beardie that is 2 years old, but very small (about 9-10 inches & less than 100 grams). He wasn't taken care of properly (on sand, same bulbs for the last 2 years, only fed 15-20 crickets a week that were also too large for his size & he occasionally ate pellets too, had water bowl but no misting or baths). He's always had a 40 gallon glass tank with a screen top which came with him. I'm hoping his lack of care is what has caused his stunted growth, but I also know that Atadenovirus can cause stunted growth. He now has all the proper lighting, is receiving baths, has been eating well, & will be getting his carpet for his tank tomorrow. He does have a visit scheduled tomorrow afternoon with a herp vet, & I mentioned wanting to test him for ADV. A different vet told me the testing can be expensive, but couldn't give me an idea or range of about what it would cost, so, I was wondering if anyone here could give me an idea of about how much it will cost? Luckily, I already quarantine any new beardies in separate rooms from my others for a couple of months, so, my other babies haven't been in contact with him or anything that has had contact with him & of course I wash my hands very thoroughly after handling him. Any help would very much appreciated. Thank you.
