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Posted by Candace @ Reptile Rescue on December 02, 1999 at 12:58:00:

I have some unfortunate news for everyone who has helped out with Elmo, the sick desert iguana. As I write this he is on his way back to the vet - things are looking very grave for Elmo.

Despite what seemed to be a bit of a recovery, he has since 2 days ago, stopped eating, will not come out of his hiding area and has turned a dark grey. It sounds like Elmo is now severely dehydrated, even though he was sucking up the water like there was no tomorrow.

I have strongly recommended some bloodwork to be done - this sounds more like a bacterial infection at this point, than him just trying to hibernate. She has done everything right for Elmo. He was hospitalized a while ago, with similar symptoms and recovered, with the help of antibiotics and fluids.

There is the possibility that he is a wild-caught specimen, imported here to Canada, and then sold at a major pet-store under the pretense that he was captive-born. But these problems have been with him since day one. Hmmmmmmm...anyone else suspicious?

Anyways, Elmo really really needs everyone to pull together for him now more than ever. Everyone's support over the past few weeks is extremely appreciated - Elmo's owner is so pleased to have so many "friends" out there! Let's keep our fingers crossed! I will keep you posted.

Candace

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The group mantra starts....OOHHMMMM! n/p dslizards 12/05/99 (0)
We've got everyone here crossing and praying for Elmo too,,,,nm cirsisue 12/04/99 (0)
Will add Elmo to my list of those in need! n/p Iguanamomma 12/04/99 (0)
Wishing Elmo a quick recovery. np filthy 12/03/99 (0)
Sending prayers and good vibes...np Joan 12/03/99 (0)
Re: You got it Candace..good thoughts to Elmo for a speedy recovery n/m BabyHerp 12/02/99 (0)
Re: Elmo Needs Our Prayers, Now More Than Ever 8( Debbie 12/02/99 (0)
I'll definitely pray for him... n/m xta 12/02/99 (0)
Re: Elmo Needs Our Prayers, Now More Than Ever 8( iZ's mom 12/02/99 (2)
- Prayers, hugs and good vibes for iZ and you too! np Joan 12/03/99 (0)
- forgot to add ... iZ's mom 12/02/99 (0)
Awww..poor Elmo! Kitty 12/02/99 (0)
Re: Elmo Needs Our Prayers, Now More Than Ever 8( iZ 12/02/99 (1)
- sorry for above blank post! my fingers twitched! don't blame iZ, he's still in bed! *grin* nm iZ's mom 12/02/99 (0)

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: I have some unfortunate news for everyone who has helped out with Elmo, the sick desert iguana. As I write this he is on his way back to the vet - things are looking very grave for Elmo. : Despite what seemed to be a bit of a recovery, he has since 2 days ago, stopped eating, will not come out of his hiding area and has turned a dark grey. It sounds like Elmo is now severely dehydrated, even though he was sucking up the water like there was no tomorrow. : I have strongly recommended some bloodwork to be done - this sounds more like a bacterial infection at this point, than him just trying to hibernate. She has done everything right for Elmo. He was hospitalized a while ago, with similar symptoms and recovered, with the help of antibiotics and fluids. : There is the possibility that he is a wild-caught specimen, imported here to Canada, and then sold at a major pet-store under the pretense that he was captive-born. But these problems have been with him since day one. Hmmmmmmm...anyone else suspicious? : Anyways, Elmo really really needs everyone to pull together for him now more than ever. Everyone's support over the past few weeks is extremely appreciated - Elmo's owner is so pleased to have so many "friends" out there! Let's keep our fingers crossed! I will keep you posted. : Candace

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