Dog Rescuer Is Now A Frog Rescuer!! Please Help!!

[deranged chipmunk]

I would agree with a rescue, the problem being is most wildlife rescues don't work with frogs. You can, however, try a nature center, if you have any in the area.


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[DEW]

I agree, I could not find anyone in my area for frogs when I was looking for help with all of the Gray Tree frog tadpoles and baby frogs, however, believe it or not there are some listings of frog rescuers in Mississippi, I just did not know which ones were close to Delta Frog.

[Delta Frog]

Thanks Everyone - It looks like I will try to find a rescue for my little friend. I've driven dogs hundreds of miles to their new homes, so I guess I can go on a frog transport. Does anyone know of a haven for him somewhere. If it is too far for me, maybe I can set up a leg transport. In the mean time, what do I feed him and how often? Also, what kind of an environment do I need to create for him? Is pond water ok or do I need to get something to dechlorinate some tap water? And any other suggestions would be appreciated.





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[deranged chipmunk]

well, we are going to need a pic of the frog so we can identify it in order to recommend care for it. you can post a picture using the little button above the text box that looks like a picture frame

[DEW]

You sound like a great guy to take this on.

As far as environment, since he is burned I would suggest the cleanest/disinfected container you can get a hold of if you don't have a Kritter keeper. a plastic shoe box or other plastic tote type container would serve well. The smaller the better (within reason) he needs to be kept still and quiet. Alcohol does not start killing bacteria for 24 hours so if you don't have any other disinfectant try a very mild bleach solution (like 3%)and let it sit on the surface of the container for at least 10 minutes then rinse like crazy since bleach is also toxic for frogs and soap is almost as bad for several reasons. You could also steam but it has to be about 155 degrees F. for at least 5 min. so probably not practical. Use damp paper towels as a substrate (liner for the bottom of the container) what you need to be thinking now is sterile, because of the burns, wash your hand (vigorously before handling or use surgical gloves) handling frogs with wet hands is a good practice anyway. No sticks or any other decor items at this point. If noting else is available use distilled water or last resort boil your tab water. I would stay away from anything that may contain germs or other contaminates like the pond water.

Feeding him at this point is not entirely necessary, not until tomorrow, as bill said a pic would be helpful to determine appropriate diet.

I love the idea of a relay transport for a frog, lol. I've done cats and dogs frequently for our local humane society. I drove two kittens to DE from NC because they went to the perfect home. I also drive to Asheville ( about an hour and a half) with turtles that have shell injuries since there is a guy there who repairs them. Then when they have recovered I pick them back up since they need to be released as close to the area they were found as possible, turtles will travel for miles non-stop in attempt to find their home range. We record their location with GPS.

The things we won't do for are animal friends, lol.

Oh, and please do try those two links provided above for frog related rehabbers in your area.

[Delta Frog]

THANK YOU to all of my frog friends!! I have found a rehabber for my little burned frog!!! And he is only 4 1/2 hours away from me. I took your advice and went on line and found a guy who rehabs reptiles, but when I talked to him, he said that he has worked with amphibians too. After hearing my story, he said he would rehab my frog. YIPPEE!! I will be taking him next week. In the meantime, I will need to know about his diet. As soon as I can figure out how to send pictures, I will do so.
It will be tomorrow, though. Again, thank you everyone for your support and advice. Talk soon.

[DEW]

That's great news!
Any only a true animal lover would say " And he is only 4 1/2 hours away"