Guidance needed...enclosure decorating...

[KaKaylee757]

I have officially been given the go-ahead to give my baby his "home" back, after MONTHS of a hospital tank due to endless surgeries for parasites...what a beginning to my adventure into amphibians.

Trouble is, I didn't decorate his enclosure to begin with as I acquired him second hand from my mom and I have NO idea where to begin.

I've been told to keep the paper towels as substrate because there is always a possibility that he will develop new lesions, and we don't want any loose substrate in the wound, and no fecal matter to go unnoticed for extended periods of time. Other than that, I am free to do as I please.

Does anyone have recommendations on where to buy decorations? I have been generally unimpressed with what PetCo and Petsmart have to offer...

[nirotorin]

If you want some awesome looking decorations try looking out in nature.

[flybyferns]

Hi Kaylee,
Congratulations. You ( and your frog ) have been through so much.
I hope they are gone for GOOD and never come back.

There is nothing wrong with paper towel substrate.
He won't care--he's just going down to soak and crab his food.
( I don't have soil substrate in my tree frog enclosures either )

I hope you don't mind I put your thread link here - so members can read about his ordeal.
http://www.frogforum.net/tree-frogs/...worm-saga.html

To start with I would suggest looking through some members albums as there are so many great ideas.

What size enclosure is he in?
What do you have so far?
Like you said - do what pleases you.

Your're a fully fledged 'froggy nurse' now you should be very proud.
Where would he be without you?

Lynn

[KaKaylee757]

If you want some awesome looking decorations try looking out in nature.

Due to my baby's very extensive medical and surgical history, I can't afford to risk him contracting anything from decor aquired outdoors but thank you.

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[KaKaylee757]

What size enclosure is he in?
What do you have so far?
Like you said - do what pleases you.

Your're a fully fledged 'froggy nurse' now you should be very proud.
Where would he be without you?

Lynn

Thank you Lynn! I would have been completely lost without the support and knowledge of members of this forum (and maybe my vet a little bit ). I am so happy that I found it!

He's in an Exo Terra 18x18x24 tank with double front doors. I literally threw EVERYTHING away when this parasite issue came up, it just wasn't worth the risk to me. So, I'm pretty much starting over. He's been in a very, very bare tank with a half log to hide in for forever now. I know I need plants and things, and I think I'm going to go the artificial route for maintenance reasons. It's one adventure after another!

I'll definitely take a peek in some albums. I just need to find a good place to buy things.

Thank you so, so much again!

[pettios]

I recommend checking out Josh's Frogs for tank decorations. I've called them several times and they are very helpful. Plus, they have pictures of sticks/branches so you have an idea of what you would be getting. I'm looking forward to seeing your redecorated tank!

[flybyferns]

Thank you Lynn! I would have been completely lost without the support and knowledge of members of this forum (and maybe my vet a little bit ). I am so happy that I found it!

He's in an Exo Terra 18x18x24 tank with double front doors. I literally threw EVERYTHING away when this parasite issue came up, it just wasn't worth the risk to me. So, I'm pretty much starting over. He's been in a very, very bare tank with a half log to hide in for forever now. I know I need plants and things, and I think I'm going to go the artificial route for maintenance reasons. It's one adventure after another!

I'll definitely take a peek in some albums. I just need to find a good place to buy things.

Thank you so, so much again!

I think the artificial plant plan is a good one for now. Warning---inspect it very carefully!
You will want to be sure there are no 'pointy' tips on leaves, of course. There is wire under the plastic covered stems.
Examine it to be sure there is no expose wire anywhere as it can cause injuries. This is a good idea for him. You can pull the plastic plants and wash away all the 'bugs' It's not a huge investment. If it gets yuckie---just toss it. He will really appreciate some nice big leaves positioned up high in his enclosure !