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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    Have an appt made for next Wed, apparently they are down to just one herp vet at this clinic now.

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    Re: Found on the road rescue

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    Well Roger started shedding off some of his stuck shed on his own, I gave him a short soak last night. He got the rest off and peed heavily overnight so I had to take him out for cleaning and while he looks tons better, he's got a skin rip.

    Slipped skin disease was one of my big worries too. My other concern is he's a bit bulgy at the end but maybe he'll poop in a day or two. I'll have to do some major reading today and call the vet, I seem to recall snakes with this might need vitamin supplementation to help heal? It's a fairly minor injury right now but I've seen how awful it can get.
    If you haven't already, this thread is a compelling read about the treatment of slipped skin disease. According to the thread, he'll need vitamin C supplements.
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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    I've been working my way through that thread and a couple others on here. It really seems like this forum has more info than anywhere else about it. I did tell the vet receptionist what I thought it was so they have a heads up.

    I'm thinking it might be safer removing his hides and just giving wadded paper towels for hide spots? They are reptile basics hides, not sharp but I feel still too hard when the skin is that fragile. Idk. I'm also going to ramp up my humidifier which usually isn't needed in the summer but I figure can't hurt to keep things well hydrated. I'm not sure if I want to feed him this weekend or not, I'd prefer if he pooped first and it'll definitely have to be a tiny one to prevent more tearing.

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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    Quote Originally Posted by GoingPostal View Post
    ...I'm thinking it might be safer removing his hides and just giving wadded paper towels for hide spots? They are reptile basics hides, not sharp but I feel still too hard when the skin is that fragile. Idk. I'm also going to ramp up my humidifier which usually isn't needed in the summer but I figure can't hurt to keep things well hydrated. I'm not sure if I want to feed him this weekend or not, I'd prefer if he pooped first and it'll definitely have to be a tiny one to prevent more tearing.
    I'd agree- there's nothing wrong with paper towels for "hiding", under the circumstances. I do something similar when I've raised hatchlings/neonates, only I layer a couple towels at a time, then tear them into strips, then fluff them like a salad. It creates a soft cloud that snakes feel safe to hide in, even though light comes thru, plus it's easy for them to move thru.

    There's more than one way to do this- you'll figure out what works for you & this snake. Agree with you on feeding again too- trust your gut & what you're seeing- you're the best one to decide.
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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    Quote Originally Posted by Bogertophis View Post
    I'd agree- there's nothing wrong with paper towels for "hiding", under the circumstances. I do something similar when I've raised hatchlings/neonates, only I layer a couple towels at a time, then tear them into strips, then fluff them like a salad. It creates a soft cloud that snakes feel safe to hide in, even though light comes thru, plus it's easy for them to move thru.

    There's more than one way to do this- you'll figure out what works for you & this snake. Agree with you on feeding again too- trust your gut & what you're seeing- you're the best one to decide.
    Oh, I almost forgot- to keep the shreds from being dragged into water bowl where they can soak the whole cage, I use a single layer of paper towel on the cage floor, then the shreds for a "hide", then a single layer of paper towel over the shreds, leaving a folded back corner for an opening, & setting the water bowl is such a way to keep that top layer on the shreds. Hope this makes sense? Anyway, snakes seem to like it. And for this fragile snake, it might just be safer than "hard" hides? At least for a while?
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    We've got poop! Oh the things that make pet parents happy. Roger is down to 159 grams empty and I'll take out a small mouse for him to enjoy tomorrow night. Still just that one small tear from what I can see and his skin and belly look so much better. He's feisty too, my other little rescue stayed a ball forever while out and Roger is like get out of my way lady booping me and wanting to go places, probably to the mouse supply.

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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    Quote Originally Posted by GoingPostal View Post
    We've got poop! Oh the things that make pet parents happy. Roger is down to 159 grams empty and I'll take out a small mouse for him to enjoy tomorrow night. Still just that one small tear from what I can see and his skin and belly look so much better. He's feisty too, my other little rescue stayed a ball forever while out and Roger is like get out of my way lady booping me and wanting to go places, probably to the mouse supply.
    Such wonderful news!
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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    If it's not one thing, it's another! So today was supposed to be Roger's appt. Nothing has changed with him, he's eaten a third mouse, just that one small tear on his side still. I had to work the morning then headed out of town with him.

    Made it about an hour away and my truck started feeling weird going down a hill so I pulled over, thankfully was headed into another small town then. Get out to look and I'm pouring out red fluid and smoking under the hood.

    Apparently finding a tow in rural MN is basically impossible so after a lot of calls and waiting around we ended up renting a car hauler from the next town over and buying a hitch so my stepdad could haul my poor Jeep home. I knew today might be long and expensive but this wasn't how I planned. Now I have to get my truck fixed and make an new appt likely for next week now.

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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    Quote Originally Posted by GoingPostal View Post
    If it's not one thing, it's another! So today was supposed to be Roger's appt. Nothing has changed with him, he's eaten a third mouse, just that one small tear on his side still. I had to work the morning then headed out of town with him.

    Made it about an hour away and my truck started feeling weird going down a hill so I pulled over, thankfully was headed into another small town then. Get out to look and I'm pouring out red fluid and smoking under the hood.

    Apparently finding a tow in rural MN is basically impossible so after a lot of calls and waiting around we ended up renting a car hauler from the next town over and buying a hitch so my stepdad could haul my poor Jeep home. I knew today might be long and expensive but this wasn't how I planned. Now I have to get my truck fixed and make an new appt likely for next week now.
    Sorry your day turned to one big steaming doggy-pile! Hang in there- when that happens to me, I like to remind myself that while I didn't deserve this, it could have been worse, & in your case, the vehicle failure didn't cause an accident or a fire. I hope your truck leak isn't too expensive to fix, but having to give it a ride (haul) home was pretty rude. At least your vet visit was not urgent. I can relate- I used to drive a van that crapped out more than once & needed a ride home (to the mechanic).
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    Re: Found on the road rescue

    Quote Originally Posted by GoingPostal View Post
    If it's not one thing, it's another! So today was supposed to be Roger's appt. Nothing has changed with him, he's eaten a third mouse, just that one small tear on his side still. I had to work the morning then headed out of town with him.

    Made it about an hour away and my truck started feeling weird going down a hill so I pulled over, thankfully was headed into another small town then. Get out to look and I'm pouring out red fluid and smoking under the hood.

    Apparently finding a tow in rural MN is basically impossible so after a lot of calls and waiting around we ended up renting a car hauler from the next town over and buying a hitch so my stepdad could haul my poor Jeep home. I knew today might be long and expensive but this wasn't how I planned. Now I have to get my truck fixed and make an new appt likely for next week now.
    Sounds like a really tough day. Hang in there. Glad you and Roger are okay though.

    Keep us posted when you are able to see the vet and good luck with the truck.

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