An Iquana with a problem

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Posted by michelle on August 10, 2001 at 12:45:55:

My best friend is in a major crisis with her Iguana.
Jeremy is a male green Ig and about 6 years old. Up until two weeks ago he was huge, healthy (regular visits to vet) and even potty trained. He no longer lives in an enclosure but has a climbing are and rock and vitalite set up where he hangs out most of the day. Occasionally he mosies down and suns himself in the window or on the floor. He has always been VERY mellow.

About two weeks ago my friend Jill notices his behavior became erratic. He began thrashing around a lot and clawing at the screens. Previously, being at home (midwest) in the heat was heaven for him. You could practically see the smile on his face. He also began pooping on furniture, he hadn't done that for literally years.

She has no idea what has gone wrong.
could it be age?
He eats very well and has a very diverse diet.
She is a very educated owner, and former pet store employee.
The only other factor is that about 2 months ago Jill had a baby. Unfortunately I don't see chalking it up to the changes in routine because Jill's house was always very chaotic to begin with.

Any suggestions or similar problems?
Thanks,
Michelle

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: My best friend is in a major crisis with her Iguana. : Jeremy is a male green Ig and about 6 years old. Up until two weeks ago he was huge, healthy (regular visits to vet) and even potty trained. He no longer lives in an enclosure but has a climbing are and rock and vitalite set up where he hangs out most of the day. Occasionally he mosies down and suns himself in the window or on the floor. He has always been VERY mellow. : About two weeks ago my friend Jill notices his behavior became erratic. He began thrashing around a lot and clawing at the screens. Previously, being at home (midwest) in the heat was heaven for him. You could practically see the smile on his face. He also began pooping on furniture, he hadn't done that for literally years. : She has no idea what has gone wrong. : could it be age? : He eats very well and has a very diverse diet. : She is a very educated owner, and former pet store employee. : The only other factor is that about 2 months ago Jill had a baby. Unfortunately I don't see chalking it up to the changes in routine because Jill's house was always very chaotic to begin with. : Any suggestions or similar problems? : Thanks, : Michelle

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