bubble/swelling on front leg

[Burra]

He is still eating and pooping normally. No mucus in the urine. He even shed yesterday. Yet there is no change in the swelling. No worse,no better. I know amphibians and reptiles generally take longer to heal than our furry friends, but I hate not knowing exactly what this is I do feel it's a good sign that everything else is normal though.

Going back to Petco this weekend to see if that Fantasy is still there! If he is, he'll be coming home with me! Can't have an empty tank offered to me and not fill it!

[Lija]

Going back to Petco this weekend to see if that Fantasy is still there! If he is, he'll be coming home with me! Can't have an empty tank offered to me and not fill it!

Congratulations! you are on stage 1 of frog addiction

i hope your other guy is going to be fine soon, you are AHT, right? then you know that the only way to surely treat abscess is to open it up, I would do cytology first to figure out the cause, then open the thing and treat accordingly, your vet decided to try more conservative approach first which is smart given that frogs are very fragile are you going back to him after you done with your meds?

[Burra]

Yes, actually, the vet said to call in a week if there is no improvement. If there is, the antibiotics are for 2-3 weeks. I just had a job interview today at that office (it is much closer to home for me) and he said to check back with him about my frog at the beginning of next week.

Has anyone here ever used Reptaid for their frogs? It's an all natural, holistic remedy for infections and intestinal parasites. You put a drop or 2 in water and soak them for 20 minutes a day. I have it for my bearded dragons as I was using it for my rescue. I'm wondering if a soak or two would help, but I'd like to hear if anyone else has used it succesfully with a frog.

[GrifTheGreat]

Yes, actually, the vet said to call in a week if there is no improvement. If there is, the antibiotics are for 2-3 weeks. I just had a job interview today at that office (it is much closer to home for me) and he said to check back with him about my frog at the beginning of next week.

Has anyone here ever used Reptaid for their frogs? It's an all natural, holistic remedy for infections and intestinal parasites. You put a drop or 2 in water and soak them for 20 minutes a day. I have it for my bearded dragons as I was using it for my rescue. I'm wondering if a soak or two would help, but I'd like to hear if anyone else has used it succesfully with a frog.

I would do some research on the product. Not all reptile products are safe for amphibians. Especially meds like that.

[Lija]

Yes, actually, the vet said to call in a week if there is no improvement. If there is, the antibiotics are for 2-3 weeks. I just had a job interview today at that office (it is much closer to home for me) and he said to check back with him about my frog at the beginning of next week.

Has anyone here ever used Reptaid for their frogs? It's an all natural, holistic remedy for infections and intestinal parasites. You put a drop or 2 in water and soak them for 20 minutes a day. I have it for my bearded dragons as I was using it for my rescue. I'm wondering if a soak or two would help, but I'd like to hear if anyone else has used it succesfully with a frog.

I think i was looking at that one a bit ago.... it is alcohol based isn't it?

[Burra]

Yes, alcohol and distilled water. Here is a copy/paste of the ingredients from the website.
Reptaid Ingredients:

• Olive Leaf - Helps keep colds and flu at bay, supports immune system, high in antioxidants. Olive Leaf is an excellent anti-microbial that will kill viruses and bacteria.
• Mustard Seed - Used in fevers, colds and influenza. Helps move acute conditions from the body more quickly.
• Black Seed - An overall tonic herb known for its effects on the respiratory system, stomach and intestinal tract, kidney and liver, and the circulatory and immune system.
• Pau D’arco - South American herb that is used for parasites and fungus. Also used for dry cough, anti-inflammatory and blood cleansing. We also use this herb for it’s anti-bacterial properties. Large doses or continued use of this product can cause miscarriage in pregnant animals.
• Cloves - To rid the body of any microscopic parasites and soothes the intestinal tract. Strong disinfecting action.
• Grapefruit Seed Extract– Used as a parasitic for small parasites. Has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. For more information go to www.biochemresearch.com.
• Alcohol - To bring out the properties in the herbs and preserve the tincture.
• Distilled Water.
• A single 1 ounce bottle contains 300 doses.
  
  I'm just asking because I actually have it on hand. The website says it's safe, but I really want to hear someone else had success with it before I try it. It worked great for my rescue bearded dragon, but they take it orally and are totally different than frogs.
  

[GrifTheGreat]

Yes, alcohol and distilled water. Here is a copy/paste of the ingredients from the website.
Reptaid Ingredients:

• Olive Leaf - Helps keep colds and flu at bay, supports immune system, high in antioxidants. Olive Leaf is an excellent anti-microbial that will kill viruses and bacteria.
• Mustard Seed - Used in fevers, colds and influenza. Helps move acute conditions from the body more quickly.
• Black Seed - An overall tonic herb known for its effects on the respiratory system, stomach and intestinal tract, kidney and liver, and the circulatory and immune system.
• Pau D’arco - South American herb that is used for parasites and fungus. Also used for dry cough, anti-inflammatory and blood cleansing. We also use this herb for it’s anti-bacterial properties. Large doses or continued use of this product can cause miscarriage in pregnant animals.
• Cloves - To rid the body of any microscopic parasites and soothes the intestinal tract. Strong disinfecting action.
• Grapefruit Seed Extract– Used as a parasitic for small parasites. Has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. For more information go to www.biochemresearch.com.
• Alcohol - To bring out the properties in the herbs and preserve the tincture.
• Distilled Water.
• A single 1 ounce bottle contains 300 doses.
  
  I'm just asking because I actually have it on hand. The website says it's safe, but I really want to hear someone else had success with it before I try it. It worked great for my rescue bearded dragon, but they take it orally and are totally different than frogs.
  

I don't believe it's safe for Amphibians. Alcohol is poison them and a small amount can be fatal. Clove oil is used as a anesthetic and for euthanization. Not sure if cloves themselves being in the formula would cause death like the oil does. I guess it would depend on the amount. This may be one of those products that is possibly safe for Reptiles, but not amphibians.

Can you consult your exotic Vet?

[Lija]

oh yes, that is the one i was thinking. DO NOT use it for a frog, Grif will explain more i hope, but so you know clove oil is used to euthanize frogs, alcohol is a big nono too.

edit and Grif was faster then me

and another edit- i would be very cautious using any herbs or their extracts for frogs, they're very sensitive to everything and there's no research done in terms of safety of using those. I've just lost a frog who didn't make it after anesthesia with clove oil, trust me you don't want to start experimenting with anything. Use repti - aid by fluckers (?) to give a boost, it is safe and approved to use.

[Burra]

That's why I asked if anyone had any thoughts or experience with it, THANKS!! It seemed harsh for a frog, which is why I asked to begin with. It is sad that they market it as safe for frogs. Most people would use it without questioning it.

Thanks again!