Re: SIC IGGY

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Posted by Harry's Dad on December 08, 2000 at 03:22:55:

In Reply to: SIC IGGY posted by NUBS on December 07, 2000 at 22:35:27:

Ok, first question: Will the tail grow back?
It may or may not, it depends of a few things, one reason it might not, is if it's been broke in the wrong area. An iguana's tail, is made up of 4 to 5 sections. These sections are where the normal break off point is when needed for self-defense. Regrowth from these sections, is around 90% but if the tail has been broken between these section joints, regrowth (from my understand) is very low, if at all. We have a 6 yr. old who's tail has been stubbed since we got her 3 years ago.
Second question: Can the toes be straighten?
The answer is No, if the damage is old or if it was caused by MBD. One thing I would suggest is watching all of them for signs of infection. They need to be removed asap if this happens.

Now, I have a question for you, has a fecal test been done of this iguana yet? If it hasn't I'd suggest you take a sample into your Vet's office as soon as possible. Use a zip-lock baggie and make sure the sample is fresh.
A side note: Someone should report to officials, (if they haven't already) this person that left this iguana in a house for a week. If this person doesn't have to answer for his/her actions, they haven't learned a thing about caring for an animal.
Best wishes on your new ig,
HD

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: Ok, first question: Will the tail grow back? : It may or may not, it depends of a few things, one reason it might not, is if it's been broke in the wrong area. An iguana's tail, is made up of 4 to 5 sections. These sections are where the normal break off point is when needed for self-defense. Regrowth from these sections, is around 90% but if the tail has been broken between these section joints, regrowth (from my understand) is very low, if at all. We have a 6 yr. old who's tail has been stubbed since we got her 3 years ago. : Second question: Can the toes be straighten? : The answer is No, if the damage is old or if it was caused by MBD. One thing I would suggest is watching all of them for signs of infection. They need to be removed asap if this happens. : Now, I have a question for you, has a fecal test been done of this iguana yet? If it hasn't I'd suggest you take a sample into your Vet's office as soon as possible. Use a zip-lock baggie and make sure the sample is fresh. : A side note: Someone should report to officials, (if they haven't already) this person that left this iguana in a house for a week. If this person doesn't have to answer for his/her actions, they haven't learned a thing about caring for an animal. : Best wishes on your new ig, : HD

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