Thanks for the ideas everyone. I made a lot of newbie mistakes... sad thing is I'm not a complete newb Before college I had a lot of experience... I kept balls, corns, a boa, and leopard geckos. Not to mention I worked in a pet shop for 2 years. Now that I'm done school I decided to get back into the hobby. I'm pretty bummed to make such an amateur mistake. Next time I have him out, I might try some olive oil. But for now, he is staying put and getting time to relax after this little ordeal.