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Re: My experience with multi-species cohabitation.
I was absolutely horrified to read this. I am a high school intern at an exotic animal clinic, and I hope my perspective can give you a further understanding of why you should rethink your set up.
The #1 cause of disease in reptiles and amphibians is poor husbandry/diet. These three animals have vastly different requirements. You are looking at the possibility of severe and longterm respiratory and skin issues, among other things. Most check ups cost ~$80 USD, plus the cost of medication. If all three of those animals begin to struggle and develop health issues, you could easily be looking at over $200 in vet bills.
For your financial wellbeing and the wellbeing of these animals, I would separate them ASAP. If you cannot afford to do so, I recommend finding a local reptile rescue to give them to. I know it can be hard to give up your animals, but sometimes it is for the best.
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Re: My experience with multi-species cohabitation.
 Originally Posted by Animallover3541
I was absolutely horrified to read this. I am a high school intern at an exotic animal clinic, and I hope my perspective can give you a further understanding of why you should rethink your set up.
The #1 cause of disease in reptiles and amphibians is poor husbandry/diet. These three animals have vastly different requirements. You are looking at the possibility of severe and longterm respiratory and skin issues, among other things. Most check ups cost ~$80 USD, plus the cost of medication. If all three of those animals begin to struggle and develop health issues, you could easily be looking at over $200 in vet bills.
For your financial wellbeing and the wellbeing of these animals, I would separate them ASAP. If you cannot afford to do so, I recommend finding a local reptile rescue to give them to. I know it can be hard to give up your animals, but sometimes it is for the best.
Considering OP seemingly concocted this disaster in waiting to cut costs/space, something tells me they wouldn't bother going to a vet for anything in the first place...
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Re: My experience with multi-species cohabitation.
I figured. That's why I suggested giving them up, although I doubt he would.
I'm hoping this is a troll post and he put those two animals together just for the picture, and made up the story to get a reaction. I'd rather r be a laughing stock to some trolling stranger online than have this be a reality.
Last edited by Animallover3541; 08-23-2022 at 10:27 PM.
1.0.0 Red Stripe BP (Noodle)
0.1.0 T. d. elegans (Carole)
0.1.0 Fawn English Angora Rabbit (Petunia)
0.1.0 Domestic Cat (Winnie)
"Life is better with a snake."
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