Canyon
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I've had a couple of tigers in a nice sized tank for several years now. When cleaning the tank, I noticed that one had a damaged tail. Looks like it got damaged behind what I am assuming are its sex organs, and the tail appears to be drying and dark and not moving. He hasn't eaten in a little while. I am assuming it's been about a week or so. I was out of town when my husband informed me that the one that was out wasn't eating. I had to handle him a bit yesterday due to cleaning the tank, and he's been lying in the empty water dish. I am assuming because it's the coolest place in the tank.
Due to the fact that the injury is at least a week old, I do not think anything topical will help like plain antibacterial ointment.
He actually looks OK color-wise, but is thinner than normal. If I get a chance I will take a photo, but I don't really want to move him too much in case he feels discomfort.
I have a friend with a turtle and when she returns I will get the name of the vet and make a call in needed. I found these guys in a window well and they have thrived. So it's a little sad to see it hurt.
Any thoughts to what I can do?
Jen - Colorado
Due to the fact that the injury is at least a week old, I do not think anything topical will help like plain antibacterial ointment.
He actually looks OK color-wise, but is thinner than normal. If I get a chance I will take a photo, but I don't really want to move him too much in case he feels discomfort.
I have a friend with a turtle and when she returns I will get the name of the vet and make a call in needed. I found these guys in a window well and they have thrived. So it's a little sad to see it hurt.
Any thoughts to what I can do?
Jen - Colorado