I bet it's MBD ......

Posted by Ally's Mom on March 19, 2000 at 13:49:09:

In Reply to: Help!! paralyzed iguana posted by Spears on March 17, 2000 at 20:43:23:

If they've had him for a while, and it really is like his hind end is paralysed, it is probably Metabolic Bone Disease. (How does his jaw look? If it looks 'funny' that would be a sign also.)This is caused by improper care - but many people believe the first book they see, or pet stores, on how to care for igs. I am glad you came here, and please let us know the verdict. Hopefully it is just a temporary injury, please find a QUALIFIED herp vet, not just one who says he is. Ask him/her what one should feed an ig .... !
Thank goodness your friends found a responsible babysitter! Good Luck.
Wendy.

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: If they've had him for a while, and it really is like his hind end is paralysed, it is probably Metabolic Bone Disease. (How does his jaw look? If it looks 'funny' that would be a sign also.)This is caused by improper care - but many people believe the first book they see, or pet stores, on how to care for igs. I am glad you came here, and please let us know the verdict. Hopefully it is just a temporary injury, please find a QUALIFIED herp vet, not just one who says he is. Ask him/her what one should feed an ig .... ! : Thank goodness your friends found a responsible babysitter! Good Luck. : Wendy.

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