eating substrate

[blanco]

I have been using eco earth substrate in my frog's terrarium. I noticed that every time they eat, they grab some of the substrate in their mouths along with the crickets. Is this safe or am I risking impaction by using this substrate?

Any thoughts are greatly appreciated

[Gnag the nameless]

First off, what kind of frog is yours? Some amphibians take things like this better than others.

I honestly doubt it'll affect him/her, though. My salamanders typically ingest a bit of soil-coconut fiber every time they eat an earthworm and they've never shown any signs of impaction/prolapse.

[deranged chipmunk]

your frogs are perfectly safe using eco earth substrate. it is ground up fine enough that even the smallest of frogs can pass it without the risk of impaction.

[blanco]

Thanks! I should have specified that I have two white's tree frogs. You guys put my mind at ease. Thanks for the quick response!

[deranged chipmunk]

no problem. i already knew what frogs you had anyway.....LOL