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    A Zoo Med reptisun 5.0 would probably be the way to go. Bear in mind though, you will have to change the bulb every six months. (As you would with any UVB light). There are also some variables such as placement and distance from the substrate or basking area that you have to consider.

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    Thanks! I'll look into one and keep you updated.



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    Are you dusting his food? And what kind of frog is he? Can we get a few more details about his enclosure, humidity, substrate, etc.?
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    Yes. Calcium w/o d3 which is why he has mbd.

    gulf coast toad.

    2 gal critter keeper usually. he’s in a smaller quarantine container now.

    humidity 50%.

    substrate is that coconut fiber you get in bricks and then soak. I keep it misted

    he lives w/ one other gulf coast toad and one albino and one-eyed eastern narrowmouth toad.



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