PeekABoo":9fc20 said:
How long ago were the supposed changes to have taken place, do you happen to know? The moderators and long experienced here on the site caution against using any coil or compact bulbs, and in my recent experience, I'm inclined to agree. Just not worth the risk.
Can't exactly remember it says in the study, but it should have happened a year or more back. ZooMed did reimburse someone as well as pay their vet bills that were caused by the swollen eyes, they also said they now preburn their bulbs to alleviate the initial high output. I was tempted to try their compact bulb because of the actions they said they took to correct themselves, except I haven't come across one yet. They do seem credible, but again as spyder79 said they may have done it to keep their sales up. I myself had the exoterra uvb coil and my baby Peek a Boo had problems with the swollen eyes. I had to change to the tube as well. Well said though, why risk it. I hope we can see a new study soon. Here's to hoping,
Melissa
Thanks for getting back. Indeed, I'm inclined to continue to steer people in a known "safe direction" when it comes to UVB. That's good that ZooMed took some responsibility. I have a strong feeling Zilla has not followed suit. Luckily changing out our Zilla compact light was enough for our dragon to recover from her ailments, but I still have it in my mind to write Zilla and explain our circumstances. I still have the old light all boxed up, and have been meaning to return it to the store that sold it to me, with a rather HUGE (but respectful) piece of my mind. I'm sorry Peek a Boo had eye issues. I assume the tube lighting helped her as well?
Even having "been there myself" I am stunned at the amount of "coil threads" that appear on the boards so frequently, and many with beardie's in dire (even grave) condition.
I'm incensed at the amount of poor equipment available out there. *sigh*
The best, and thanks again for replying Melissa!
cherylann229":9fc20 said:
I was using the 10.0 coil and my bd had nothing but problems. Always closing one or both eyes, not eating and not pooping. When he did poop things were not fully digested. Saw alot of cricket wings and things. Since I switched to the tube we have seen dramatic results. I am greatful for the info I have gotten on this forum. I can't explain how much change we have seen in just a week.
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I know EXACTLY how you feel. I'm so glad to see that your beardie is turning things around, and so quickly. It's sweet relief, yes?
The best,
Em