I rescued my Cane toad, Mud from some people that were not caring for him. Some kind of active bacterial infection had left him nearly toeless on both back feet, and very lethargic and thin. I took him to the vet and treated him with lots of antibiotics and frequent soaks, and now he has been 100% healthy and growing for almost a year.

Originally I housed him in a hospital tank on damp paper towels, but once it was clear he was maintaining his health I moved him to a 33gl long with a coco fiber substrate. He has a glass pie plate for a water dish, a large half log wood hide, and two potted philodendrons. He also has a heat lamp that keeps the warm side in the mid 70s F, and I mist him and his tank daily. I spot clean when he decides not to poop in his water dish, and I change his water at least every other day. I unearth and check him over thoroughly about every other day, and I give him a warm water soak whenever I see some unshed skin, which always takes care of the problem.

He eats well and appears plump and healthy (although still incredibly shy). As far as I've seen there have been no problems. The only reason I'm posting this forum is because I've found there is not much information available about the captive care of Cane toads, and I'm just wondering if anyone has some experience with their care. Is there anything I should be doing differently or watching out for? Is the temperature in the correct range, etc.?

Thank you,
Joleen