Dying or dead Pacman?

[jasonm96]

Sad to hear about your loss. Probably nothing you could have done, must have been his time. 11 years is a good age and I'm sure you done a good job to get him to that.

[Pac422]

Thank you Jason. I did my best. It bothers me not knowing if it was the stress of estivation, or some other preventable issue I didn't catch. At any rate he was an interesting little frog and I enjoyed having him all these years. One of the best gifts someone has ever given me.

[josephz]

Always sad when a pet dies

You could try to get a necropsy at a vet, if you want to know how he died.

You could always try again with Kermit II, though.

[jasonm96]

Estivation is a stress that these animals will have to endure in the wild and so a completely natural death, in a way it's the best death compared to some from bad husbandry. Amazing that you had it so long, more than the average wild lifespan and I hope I can enjoy mine for so long as well.

[Lija]

So sorry for your loss�� Don't blame yourself, it was probably combination of everything: infection earlier, age. At any rate, 11 years is a good age, you should be proud. ..

[Pac422]

Thank you Lija, I am happy I got to enjoy him for so long. Others are not so lucky. I never did anything special, just followed care instructions and used common sense. Maybe he just came from a good breeder. =)

[Pac422]

That is what my husband said- "at least he died in his sleep". I was surprised that he lived so long; when I got him as a gift I was told 5 years tops, but when I did my own research I found out I was in for a MUCH longer ride. All my critters tend to live past their prime. My oldest cat is 18 years old and healthy, just slightly senile. I do wish my ferret had lived longer than 8 years- she had a "stroke" and heart failure. My horses are well in their 20's. Anyway, just be a good froggy parent and you will enjoy them for many years.

Take care,
H

[Pac422]

Yes it is a sad day. I did think of the necropsy, but there isn't a "good" reptile vet around here. Even then they may not find anything. I may try again again in the future. I always thought it was odd that only heard him croak twice in his life time, he usually only chirped when you picked him up. I actually think Kermit was a female, but I never had it confirmed.

Thank you for your kind words. Good luck with your "Zoo".