Tongue Sticking Out

[GrifTheGreat]

A neurological problem is a good possibility as Lija has mentioned. These can be caused from many things. From improper diet and Vitamin deficiencies to coming contact with chemicals causing Toxicosis(Toxing Out Syndrome).

The tongue sticking out could he from Neuroligical damage, infection, calcium/vitamin deficiency, or swelling from biting his own tongue.

I'm going to suggest that you seek a Herp Vet for assistance. Lija is right about the humidity too. 85% to 90% can cause the substrate to become overly saturated and muddy which is very unhealthy for you frog.

[dpcsquid]

Thank you both very much. I'll call the vet in the morning and hopefully they can see me tomorrow.

[Lija]

did you completely seal both sides of the tank when they lived in there?

neurological damage in almost all cases is not reversible, vet won't be able to help you much with that, but what you can do is to lower humidity, completely change the substrate and do soaks for now in case toxic out is cause. I would also give reptiboost too.

[dpcsquid]

I thought the sides were completely sealed, but that's not really something I can be confident about. Do you think I should take him to the vet right away or do these other things first?

[dpcsquid]

In addition, could you please walk me through it? The soaks and such? How often, and how to give the reptiboost, etc. I really appreciate everyone's help on this.

[GrifTheGreat]

In addition, could you please walk me through it? The soaks and such? How often, and how to give the reptiboost, etc. I really appreciate everyone's help on this.

Soaking is simple depending on what soak you are using. A regular de-chlorinated soak of luke warm water no deeper than up to his chin for 15 minutes and then return the frog home.

A honey bath should be luke warm and of the same depth. Dissolve 3 to 4 drops of honey in the bath and soak for 15 to 20 minutes. As the bath cools have a second bath of plain de-chlorinated water of the same depth and soak again until the water cools or the frog has a bowel movement. Honey soaks are to provide an energy boost and to assist in relieveing constipation in the frog. It can also reduce the swelling of a prolapsed intestine.

Unflavored Pedialyte baths are to provide electrolytes and energy to sick and dehydrated frogs. The bath should be prepared at a 10 to 1 ratio. So for every 10 ounces de-chlorinated water add 1 ounce UNFLAORED PEDIALYTE. It must be unflavored. Soak for 20 minutes or until bath cools.

The Repta-Aid(Repta-Boost) has instruction on dosing. You'll have to gently but firmly pry his mouth open and administer the dose orally for best results. Use a plastic spoon, shopper card, or popsicle stick to open his mouth. Just squirt it on his tongue and let him swallow it.

[dpcsquid]

D'oh! Sorry, Grif, I wasn't specific enough. >_< How often should I be doing the detox baths? Do you think I should take him to the vet first or try these things out first?

[GrifTheGreat]

D'oh! Sorry, Grif, I wasn't specific enough. >_< How often should I be doing the detox baths? Do you think I should take him to the vet first or try these things out first?

I believe a Vet's opinion is needed. They can provide medications and treatments that are not availible OTC(Over the Counter).

Baths should be performed once or twice a day. Like once in the very early morning hours before your frog goes to sleep and once at night after he wakes up. Feed him first at night before giving him the bath so the stress doesn't cause him not to eat.

Careing for sick or special needs frogs is a demanding task. More so than a healthy normal frog which is demanding only at certain times so be patient and try to keep your cool because they can sence your emotions and your stress can become theirs easily.

Keep us posted.

[dpcsquid]

Thanks, Grif and Lija, you're a huge help. I have an appointment with an exotics specialist a few towns over for 3:30 today. Just trying to figure out the best way to transport him at the moment, and keep him warm for the trip.