How long to wait before a honey bath?

[NialR35]

Four days really isn't a long time, mine didnt do it for 9 going to 10 days so that's why I did it because I know for sure he didn't leave anything behind.

What you can do it rinse/wet your fingers with treated water and feel the frog's right side with your finger. If you feel it hard or looks a lot bigger than his other side then there's the possibility of impaction in your baby.

Honey baths help with this because honey relaxes the colon, serving as a natural suppository that helps the frog with his bowel movement. You should fill a plastic container with lukewarm water up to the frog's chin level and add 2-3 drops of honey. That should do the job after 20-25 mins. After its done, do another bath without honey so the frog can stay clean.

If you really want a peace of mind as far as impactions, feed night crawlers as a staple diet yet still add other treats during the week like hornworms, waxworms, phoenix worms, and a pinky once a month when your frog in at least 3" SVL.

[ICEMAN]

Ok all of this is good info. I just soaked him for about 30 mins and still no poop. I am getting frustrated but I will try this honey method tomorrow. I just switched him over to Eco earth. The Eco earth will still pass thru his gut right? He has been eating a steady diet of night crawlers now. I'm afraid he may have eaten a bit of jungle mix or too many crickets. Ha, I worry a lot, this is my first amphibian and I know how sensitive they are compared to reptiles. If he doesn't go within the next couple of days I will start freaking out!!!

[NialR35]

Eco earth/ coco fiber is the best substrate you can use for captivity. Everything else is garbage in my opinion and only leads to more problems, some being fatal.