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Snakesitter
Rainbow Master
USA
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 Posted - 11/08/2012 : 02:18:25
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| (I suddenly picture a viv buried beneath a five-foot mountain of decor supplies. LOL.) |
Cliff Earle
Living Gems Reptiles
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Bob
Snake mite
United Kingdom
34 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2012 : 09:56:29
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| Hope Niiji makes a full recovery. What is mouth rot though, how does it occure and is it common? |
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Snakesitter
Rainbow Master
USA
2718 Posts |
Posted - 14/08/2012 : 00:32:52
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Mouth rot is an infection in a snake's mouth. It is fairly uncommon in Brazilians, but certainly not unheard of. So long as it is caught and treated early -- as in this case -- the prognosis for recovery is excellent. Here is a writeup, though not specific to snakes: http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=17 1831&aid=2385.
Edit: the link will not work properly? There is a missing "+" that should come between the 17 and the 18. |
Cliff Earle
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Hidenshi
Snake mite
USA
34 Posts |
Posted - 14/08/2012 : 10:31:14
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| LOL hey now, it is not that bad!! At least I don't think. Lmao But yes Niiji had that and she seems to be better..hopefully soon she will eat and omce she does I shall be soo happy!! XD |
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Snakesitter
Rainbow Master
USA
2718 Posts |
Posted - 14/08/2012 : 21:30:35
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| It sounds like it was a minor case and you caught it early. :-) |
Cliff Earle
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Hidenshi
Snake mite
USA
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Posted - 23/08/2012 : 03:45:51
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| Well...her mouth is still infected but I am doing my best in taking care of her. So hopefully soon, she will eat.... |
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Snakesitter
Rainbow Master
USA
2718 Posts |
Posted - 24/08/2012 : 20:49:39
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| How long has it been since you started home treatmet and since she ate? A vet visit may be in order to tie the treatment up. They can also "tube feed" her while there to get some calories into her. |
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Hidenshi
Snake mite
USA
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Posted - 25/08/2012 : 07:41:24
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| Not to long and I will try to take her to the vet. I wil see if any vets here handle snakes. I am getting worried... |
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Snakesitter
Rainbow Master
USA
2718 Posts |
Posted - 27/08/2012 : 21:40:45
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| Looking back at the thread, he has not eaten for you since early July, and has been under treatment since August 9 or so? If that timing is correct, a vet visit may be in order, just to be sure. If you have a local herp society, ask them for a good reptile vet recommendation -- it needs to be someone experienced with these animals, as their care is very different than cats or dogs. As for getting worried, the best thing you can do is keep calm. Remember, snakes can go a long time without food! Just remember to ask about tube feeding as well, to give him a bit of extra calories. I'm sure all will be fine. :-) |
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Hidenshi
Snake mite
USA
34 Posts |
Posted - 05/09/2012 : 22:09:48
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| .....Niiji past away this morning.....I woke up and was gonna check on her..but once she didn't move...I actually teared cause to found out she died....I..do not know what I to...I never teared over a passed pet...I feel like I am a horrible snake owner...*sniff*.... |
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Hidenshi
Snake mite
USA
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Posted - 05/09/2012 : 22:10:50
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| .....Niiji past away this morning.....I woke up and was gonna check on her..but once she didn't move...I actually teared cause to found out she died....I..do not know what I to...I never teared over a passed pet...I feel like I am a horrible snake owner...*sniff*.... |
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Blackcat
Hatchling
United Kingdom
341 Posts |
Posted - 06/09/2012 : 09:39:18
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| So sorry to hear that Niiji didn't make it. |
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IncurableFlirt
Yearling
USA
516 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2012 : 00:09:36
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| Awww, Hidenshi, I am SO very sorry for Niiji's passing. Don't beat yourself up over it, you did the best you could with everything you had. It is likely that she was given to you with the mouth rot and it was only a matter of time. Some can fight it off, but many do not make it...especially if they can't eat. Your poor lady will stay in my thoughts and you too. *HUGS* |
Jenn.
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Hidenshi
Snake mite
USA
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Posted - 07/09/2012 : 01:03:43
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| Thanks for your kind words....I do still want another BRB..but I should be careful next time and always be aware of the mouth area...and instead of ordering it online, I should just buy one at the store here. I still feel as if I am a bad snake owner. |
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IncurableFlirt
Yearling
USA
516 Posts |
Posted - 07/09/2012 : 01:32:21
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| You most certainly are not! I know it is hard not to think you are, but you did everything you could to save Niiji. It just wasn't mean to be and she just couldn't fight it off in time to be saved. :( I do agree that you need to be very careful of who you get your next one from, though. Find a good, reputable breeder if at all possible (I dunno of any breeders in the UK, myself, but maybe someone else does and can suggest one) and then go from there. Even store bought snakes can have a multitude of health issues, so be really selective and careful. I really am so very sorry for your loss, though. I know you really loved your little girl. |
Jenn.
11.8 Ball pythons
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