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| jono-r |
Posted - 11/05/2010 : 17:40:41
one of my brbs normally has a number 2 about every 10 days.
however she has now not been for over a month. is she constipated?
when should i get concerned and what can i do?
its a new one on me, an i dont fancy bathing her as she can be a bit fiesty.??????????????// |
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| Snakesitter |
Posted - 12/08/2010 : 20:04:44
Again, just catching up….
Stool retention does occasionally happen with rainbows. It can also, however, be a hidden poop – mine will sometime hide it in a corner or under the substrate, leaving me worried until I find the (long-dried) remnants. Check around before you worry too much.
If you’re sure it is retention (and a fat appearance is a fair sign), Kazerella is 100% right, a bath is the best way to try and resolve it. Munchmat, I see from your last post you tried this (Jono-r, have you?), but what temp was the water and how long did you let him soak? Make the water *slightly* warm and let him soak for a good 30-60 minutes (put a lid on the container if you have to keep him in it).
If you really want to go the distance, gently massage his lower half – though I’ve only tried it once and could not swear by results, I’ve heard other experienced rainbow keepers say that works.
(Munchmat, lol on the oranges.)
Hope this helps, |
| Kazerella |
Posted - 12/07/2010 : 14:40:36
What's the set up like? Is she on eco-earth substrate with springtails? Sometimes I don't see Ruby's poos because if they are small and the custodians get to it first they can eat a small sized poo in a few hours.
If not, maybe take her to a rep shop. They might have something you can buy over the counter that helps. |
| munchmat |
Posted - 22/06/2010 : 22:38:51
still no number 2's. do i stop feeding till manny delivers the goods ! he eats real well . been bathing him evey other days for ages now, with no results. is there a suppliment the vet could give him?? how long do you leave it till you do what ????? shame he doesnt eat oranges , that normally works for me !(soz!) maybe 6-7 weeks now. looks like hes getting a little fat too ! |
| daveinflames |
Posted - 07/06/2010 : 12:21:15
i would recommend a bath aswell i have todo this every other day for my bearded dragons aswell as my royal every time she sheds |
| jono-r |
Posted - 07/06/2010 : 09:25:31
YEP I THINK SO. WHATS THE HUMIDITY LIKE? |
| munchmat |
Posted - 06/06/2010 : 21:58:05
jono-r. a have a sibling of youe zeus. having the same problem , not gone for a no 2 since i got him???? bathing the way forward ? |
| Kazerella |
Posted - 18/05/2010 : 15:06:22
Bathing her is a good way to make her poo though  |
