I've had this hypomelanistic tiger for ~5 yrs now. In the last 2-3 weeks, he has stopped eating and is beginning to look a bit thin, and is beginning to be a bit lethargic. The only symptom that I have noticed in the past day or so, is that he seems to be struggling to breath. He seems to be breathing hard, and every 20-30 seconds takes a big gulp. His breathing also seems to sound a bit mucusy (sp?). He has grabbed crickets and waxworms, but releases them almost immedietely. I'm thinking that there may be some swelling or inlfamation in his mouth or throat. Does anyone have any suggestions, I'm thinking of trying some kind of antbiotic, but I don't know which one will be best for this situation. Thanx in advance..
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I have to ask how old it was roughly when you got it? While there are records over 10 years for these guys, anything in the late single digits isn't too bad and it is getting up there.
As for diagnosis, probably the safest and smartest approach would be to medicate for bacterial septicemia as if it were an axolotl. If that doesn't help it then almost nothing can. The sooner you act on it the better because starvation will just make things worse. There is info on suitable antibiotics (+ dosages) and the injection site on the axolotl site. If you're worried about i.m. in the back, then do it in a thicker part of one of the legs. Oh, and I would suggest printing the info and bringing it to a vet to have it done for you.
Good luck.
As for diagnosis, probably the safest and smartest approach would be to medicate for bacterial septicemia as if it were an axolotl. If that doesn't help it then almost nothing can. The sooner you act on it the better because starvation will just make things worse. There is info on suitable antibiotics (+ dosages) and the injection site on the axolotl site. If you're worried about i.m. in the back, then do it in a thicker part of one of the legs. Oh, and I would suggest printing the info and bringing it to a vet to have it done for you.
Good luck.
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