It's very important that we do inform them. It could perhaps stop the bad influx of either wild caught frogs or ill frogs. This is not only important to whites, but all amphibians. We do not want to spread disease or decline their populations.

As hobbyists, we do not want to have sick frogs, unless of course, you are rescuing them. But on that note, even us taking them in as rescues, though saving that one or two, still has its disadvantages. They will order more...sick or not.

It is possible they are becoming ill after received from their buyer. Moving and shipping is stressful. Change of environment, temperature fluctuations, lack of or too high of humidity, lack of food during transit...so many things can stress them and weaken their immune systems. They are also bringing them in very young and small.

The recent increase in illness from this store or others like them is concerning. Informing them IS helpful in at least making them aware. I'd like to think that someone in those offices does care. And even of they don't, it's a financial loss for them. Remember, they're not only paying for an inexpensive frog, they pay to ship them. Plus, they lose the profit, the supplies used in the tank that house them, the cost of the food, etc.

The goal is to stop the chain of events of stores purchasing wild caught frogs or sick frogs which can spread disease, if that be so. Maybe they just need to change buyers, maybe warm up the trucks, who knows.

Be aware that these ill animals may also spread disease to other animals near by, especially if the tech's are not changing their gloves and/or washing their hands between amphibians, etc.

We want everyone to continue to love the hobby. Amphibians can get sick, all animals can. But be cautious when buying. Protect you and your frogs.

Lynn has written about buying from vendors. There are some great ones here that are known to sell only captive bred, healthy frogs. Do your research before going to shows or take your smart phones and look them up right at the shows.

Inspect your frogs...look for nicely hydrated, not too thin or too fat, alert frogs with no skin alterations. Ask the vendors or stores if they will feed them for you to see how they move and eat. They should hop and/or walk effortlessly without twitching or limb lagging. They may not be hungry at the time, but should notice the food and/or lunge at it.

I hope the recent ailments and losses have not deterred you from having frogs. They are wonderful little creatures and we CAN keep them happy and healthy .

Another thing worthy of mentioning...be prepared. They are tough little guys, but they are small. Their reserve is not big. They can recover if they become sick, but we need to intervene quickly. Have some remedies and medications on hand and/or a vet available. Lynn has created an excellent post on what to keep to be ready in case. We can heal and save them if we get their extra care started soon. And remember, we are here to help guide and support you .