I think he's going to die soon

[AprilMayJune]

We have had Lance for over 5 years. We purchased him from someone off Kijiji and they said he was about 2 1/2. So that makes him about 7-8 years old.

A little history: shortly after getting him we found this wonderful site and changed everything. The lighting, substrate, housed him seperately, gave vitamins and calcium, regular baths, you name it we had to change it all. He wasn't eating well at all even with the proper care. Turns out he most likely had a mild case of MBD and the only thing wrong with him was he had only 4 teeth left in his mouth. Since that discovery we have syringe fed him daily (with the exception of when he decided to brumate). We fed him baby food, chicken and veggies. He was surviving very well on it until recently. He gained weight and managed to live happily until just recently.

The last week he has become very lethargic and refuses to eat anything. We have seen him move very little and when he does he flips himself onto his back. Several times we have had to flip him back right because he doesn't have the strength to do it himself.

I think it's almost his time to cross the bridge. We have all been giving him extra cuddle time and are reassuring him it's okay to cross. We are trying to make his last few days as comfortable as possible. Our kids, although teenagers, are sad to say good bye to our first Beardie.

 

[Heather85]

im so sorry to hear that..

 

[sjcksnmnusa]

Sorry you are going through this. It is a sad time when you have to say goodbye.

 

[AprilMayJune]

He actually ate this morning!! Maybe there's still a little life left in him.

He really scared me last night though. He was having multiple fits in his viv last night. I stayed up until 2am with him until I couldn't keep my eyes open any longer. It was really strange having him so active throughout the night especially with no lights on.

I'm going to give him a nice warm bath and bump his temperature up just a little bit for him and see if that helps any. I just don't know what else to do for him.

 

[sjcksnmnusa]

Great news. Make sure he is getting fluids as that is crucial when they are sick. Good Luck.

 

[Drache613]

Hello,

Could you review his tank setup with us, such as the UVB light, temperatures, etc?
What type & brand of UVB light are you using, a fluorescent tube bulb or a compact/coil light? How old is the UVB light?
How often do you give calcium?
Do you have any pictures of him we could see?


Tracie

 

[AprilMayJune]

Lance is in a homemade wooden viv. Measures 4x2x2 with a month old Powersun MVB bulb. He has slate tile for substrate. Hot side is 102 and cool side 76 but has variances throughout his home. Taken with temp gun.

When he ate, calcium mixed in his food 3-4 times a week ans vitamins 2 times a week. He would also get a dose of Reptaid 3-4 times a week.

His spaz fits are becoming more frequent and longer. After his fits he just lays there for awhile almost not breathing. You really have to look for awhile to see he is still breathing. He has these fits even after lights out. Lights on for 12 hours and off 12 hours.

I have no pics at this time to post. I honestly think it's not a setup issue as he's been in this viv for 4 years and has always thrived. I do believe its an age issue. He does seem to be suffering and i feel helpless. He has always been a fighter and think this is just his last fight to stay with us.

 

[AprilMayJune]

I come with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Lance. Sadly he passed away this evening.

I truley believe he is enjoying himself at the bridge. Rest in peace my first scaley friend. You will be forever in my heart.

 

[Esther19]

I am very sorry for your loss.

 

[Drache613]

Hello,

I am sorry to hear of your loss of Lance.
At least he was not alone when he passed. It is never easy to lose a family member, I know.


Tracie