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His name is G, and he is like a year old! very special to us in the family!
He is eating and stuff just not much movement.
I took him to the VET but I think more could be done to help G.

2007-07-09 15:09:53 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets Reptiles

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Depends on the severity of the fracture. Often simple fractures can heal on their own. Others need surgery. Is your vet experienced with reptiles? Get a second opinion if you're not sure. Meanwhile, make sure he is getting vitamins daily in his salad, his basking temps are correct (might want to bump them up a bit to speed healing) and UVB light is no older than 6 months (as UVB helps calcium metabolism). Keep his pool very clean to encourage good hydration.

2007-07-09 15:39:10 · answer #1 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 1 1

He should have a splint on the leg . If the vet did not splint it , find another vet asap . If he did and your iguana is eating well then I would give him time to heal . Do not handle him or let him climb . Remove any high rocks or branches from his cage .If your worried about him give the vet a call .

2007-07-10 02:22:16 · answer #2 · answered by darsow@sbcglobal.net 4 · 1 0

don't worry, if he's not moving much he is either trying to recover by himself or hes just tired. I have a bearded dragon who has been injured before. as long as he is eating and going to the bathroom regularly there's nothing to worry about he will heal by himself.

2007-07-09 22:18:48 · answer #3 · answered by Lexa 2 · 1 2

make him a splint for his leg so he will get more movement as it heals

2007-07-09 22:19:02 · answer #4 · answered by cashville_con 3 · 1 2

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