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    Thanks! I hope they all turn greenish soon though, cuz the brown worries me lol :-) hopefully once they settle in and the tank stabilizes they will turn :-)

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    I personally like the brown color, but that's just me

    0.1.0 Psuedacris regilla
    0.1.0 Pseudacris regilla (r.i.p. Green Beauty)
    0.0.1 Bufo boreas boreas? (r.i.p. )
    0.0.4 Dendrobates tinctorius 'Powder Blue'

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    Chocolate frogs!

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    The brown color is nothing to worry about though, right? I was worried it was stress initially ^-^

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    It could be stressed, temperature, or just the natural color of the frog

    0.1.0 Psuedacris regilla
    0.1.0 Pseudacris regilla (r.i.p. Green Beauty)
    0.0.1 Bufo boreas boreas? (r.i.p. )
    0.0.4 Dendrobates tinctorius 'Powder Blue'

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    Thanks! ! How much should these guys be weighing at this point? I'm going to start taking weights on them, just to keep track

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    Not sure about weight, you could always look up the average weight for their size. It might just be me but they look a little thin for their size.

    0.1.0 Psuedacris regilla
    0.1.0 Pseudacris regilla (r.i.p. Green Beauty)
    0.0.1 Bufo boreas boreas? (r.i.p. )
    0.0.4 Dendrobates tinctorius 'Powder Blue'

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    I was thinking they looked thin. But didn't want to start fattening them up too quick. Think i should feed them twice a day for awhile?

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    I would still feed them once a day Parasites might also be contributing to them looking thin.

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    0.1.0 Pseudacris regilla (r.i.p. Green Beauty)
    0.0.1 Bufo boreas boreas? (r.i.p. )
    0.0.4 Dendrobates tinctorius 'Powder Blue'

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    Congrats on new frogs Jessica! For 3 White's adults would recommend a 24Lx18Wx36 tall enclosure. If you can afford it, do get the 36 in. wide ExoTerra with same other dimensions. Issue with a small enclosure is how to provide a proper basking spot without over heating that whole thing. Also when housing tree frogs; always max out the height. Good luck !
    Remember to take care of the enclosure and it will take care of your frog !​

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    Thanks! I won't be able to do the 36 wide, simply due to space issues.... But, I am searching for the biggest tank I can find that we can fit where we have them!

    Currently, there is an Under Tank heater on half of the tank, (on a thermostat) so the froggies have their choice where to go. But, I hope to get them in a bigger tank really soon... and I need to figure out a way to heat it safely without being something my cats can knock off and cause a fire lol.

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    Have a tank on the way for them!
    Petco has a 20% off sale going on right now, and I had 10 dollars in rewards available....In addition to the tank being on sale already from 209 dollars, I am getting it for 150 after shipping!

    It's not biggest I would have liked to get, but it's a 24Lx18Wx24T. The biggest we can buy at this time. But, will be a huge upgrade from the 10 gal they are in currently.

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    New tank has been here for awhile now, but haven't set it up yet due to the fact that we are moving in just a few weeks! Will set it up when we get to our new house.
    Another update is that one of the lil froggies passed away. Not sure what happened, as the other two are doing well. He hid alot, then spent 3 days straight in the water bowl (only him) and I found him passed away in the bowl the other day.

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    Sorry the one frog died . Did you had chance to have vet do fecals on them? Might be a good idea to answer below questions and review their care needs: Frog Forum - White's Tree Frog Care - Litoria caerulea. Thank you !

    1----what 'kind' of frog is it ( what species)

    2----please include a photo of the frog

    3----Please include a photo of the frog's current enclosure

    4----size of enclosure ( W" x D" x H" )

    5----# on inhabitants - ( if there is another frog --- is there a size difference ? )

    6----has or was the frog kept with a different species or with any other tank mate

    7----is there a new tank mate----was the new tank mate quarantined

    8----what is the typical humidity level

    9----what temperature is maintained

    10---what is, specifically, being used to maintain the temperature of the enclosure

    11---describe the enclosure lighting ( very specifically)

    12---describe enclosure maintenance ( water changes, cleaning etc)

    13---what kind of water is used
    -----for misting
    -----for the frog's soaking dish
    -----is de-chlorinator used / what brand

    14---material(s) used for substrate - be very specific

    15---enclosure set up:
    -----if recent - describe how the enclosure was cleaned
    -----plants( live or artificial) if artificial plants are used are they plastic or fabric
    -----describe wood, bark , and background materials

    16---when is the last time the frog ate

    17---have you found poop lately

    18---how often is the frog fed

    19---what size feeder is given

    20---what other feeders are used as treats

    21---what is the frog's main food source

    22---do feeders roam free in the enclosure or is the frog bowl fed

    23---vitamins - what brand and how often

    24---calcium - what brand and how often

    25---was the frog without calcium for any period of time

    26---approximate age of the frog

    27---how long have you owned the frog

    28---who cared for the frog before you

    29---is the frog wild caught or captive bred

    30---how often the frog is handled -- are gloves used ( what kind of gloves)

    31---is the enclosure kept in a high or low traffic area

    30---has or was the frog properly quarantined (yes or no)
    -----for how long

    32---has the frog been treated with any medication:
    -----for what
    -----name of medication
    -----for how long
    -----what dose
    -----was medication prescribed by a herp vet
    Remember to take care of the enclosure and it will take care of your frog !​

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    Sorry the one frog died . Did you had chance to have vet do fecals on them? Might be a good idea to answer below questions and review their care needs: Frog Forum - White's Tree Frog Care - Litoria caerulea. Thank you No, due to my work schedule, I haven't had a chance to get them to the vet. I'm hoping to here in the next week or two though since my schedule is lightening up with our hours changing for Christmas!

    1----what 'kind' of frog is it ( what species) Whites Tree Frogs

    2----please include a photo of the frog see below

    3----Please include a photo of the frog's current enclosure see below

    4----size of enclosure ( W" x D" x H") standard 10 gal tank currently until we move. THey have a 24x18x24" I think it is waiting for them for when we move

    5----# on inhabitants - ( if there is another frog --- is there a size difference?) 3 frogs initially. Not a large size difference

    6----has or was the frog kept with a different species or with any other tank mates? Just 2 other whites, all purchased at the same place (Petco)

    7----is there a new tank mate----was the new tank mate quarantined? N/A

    8----what is the typical humidity level N/A, I don't have a hygrometer installed on this tank currently. I keep their substrate moist, and the under tank heater on one side helps things humid. If they are spending more time in the water bowl, I mist a bit more.

    9----what temperature is maintained 80* on side with UTH and about 76 on side without. They spend equal amounts of time between both sides

    10---what is, specifically, being used to maintain the temperature of the enclosure thermostat with a probe

    11---describe the enclosure lighting ( very specifically) Flourescent strip light

    12---describe enclosure maintenance ( water changes, cleaning etc) Water changed daily. Poo scooped daily when I can. Dead crickets (if any) removed daily.

    13---what kind of water is used
    -----for misting declorinated Well water
    -----for the frog's soaking dish same
    -----is de-chlorinator used / what brand Prime

    14---material(s) used for substrate - be very specific Eco Earth and Spagnum Moss

    15---enclosure set up:
    -----if recent - describe how the enclosure was cleaned Damp paper towel
    -----plants( live or artificial) if artificial plants are used are they plastic or fabric Fabric and plastic
    -----describe wood, bark , and background materials Cork Log

    16---when is the last time the frog ate This evening for my current two. 2 days before death for the deceased one.

    17---have you found poop lately Yes, very healthy looking ones

    18---how often is the frog fed every evening- 2 crickets a piece for the 1/2" ones. 1/4" ones they got about 4-5 each

    19---what size feeder is given 1/4" initially. 1/2" starting yesterday

    20---what other feeders are used as treats N/A

    21---what is the frog's main food source crickets

    22---do feeders roam free in the enclosure or is the frog bowl free roam. They don't last more than a couple of minutes. they gobble them right up

    23---vitamins - what brand and how often Rep Cal multivitamin and Rep Cal Calcium suppliment with D3 (once a week for both)

    24---calcium - what brand and how often see above

    25---was the frog without calcium for any period of time no

    26---approximate age of the frog unknown. purchased from petstore. Frogs under 2"

    27---how long have you owned the frog A couple of weeks

    28---who cared for the frog before you petstore

    29---is the frog wild caught or captive bred unsure

    30---how often the frog is handled -- are gloves used ( what kind of gloves) once a week maybe. I try not to bother them much unless I have to. No gloves, I just wash my hands well before and after. No soap or lotions.

    31---is the enclosure kept in a high or low traffic area high

    30---has or was the frog properly quarantined (yes or no) No, had no frogs previously, so they went right into their tank
    -----for how long

    32---has the frog been treated with any medication: no
    -----for what
    -----name of medication
    -----for how long
    -----what dose
    -----was medication prescribed by a herp vet
    Here are the photos of the frog and tank.

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    Two remaining frogs. They alternate their colors alot.

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    Although very difficult to do on a small enclosure; White's need a basking spot that reached 85F. Recommend conduct fecals on remaining 2 frogs to ensure there are no intestinal parasites on them.
    Remember to take care of the enclosure and it will take care of your frog !​

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    Not sure I can set up a heat lamp of any sort with the way our cats are. Anything else i could use interim?Don't want to come home to a fire. Will definitely be able to on their new tank. They will be getting fecals as soon as i can get them to the vet. Will be calling to see if I can get them in on Saturday

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