Newbie axolotl owner with a possibly constipated water dragon...help?

[Waterdragon Skittles]

Hi,
I got my baby axolotl in July. He (Skittles) is awesome and I've had so much fun with him! He is still eating bloodworms at feeding time and swimming around...his water tests out great...but, he hasn't pooped in three days. I notice that the area right at the base of his tail is swollen, so I'm guessing he is constipated. His tank does have very fine sand on the bottom, so I'm concerned about that, and the temperature of his tank is 62 degrees-64 degrees. I just read about putting him in the refrigerator? That seems scary, but is that what I need to do to help him? I so appreciate your help-

Sarah

 

[WaterLily05]

Hi,
I got my baby axolotl in July. He (Skittles) is awesome and I've had so much fun with him! He is still eating bloodworms at feeding time and swimming around...his water tests out great...but, he hasn't pooped in three days. I notice that the area right at the base of his tail is swollen, so I'm guessing he is constipated. His tank does have very fine sand on the bottom, so I'm concerned about that, and the temperature of his tank is 62 degrees-64 degrees. I just read about putting him in the refrigerator? That seems scary, but is that what I need to do to help him? I so appreciate your help-

Sarah

I have HEARD that you can tub the axolotl in the refrigerator if you are afraid they are blocked up. This will slow their metabolism and allow them to pass the blockage or poo.

 

[fishkid]

do not fridge, its very dangerous and ONLY for life or death situations. blood worms aren't a good staple diet, you need earthworms, pallets or repashy. 3 days isn't too concerning just keep the water as cool as you can and he should be fine