Treating Parasite's

[satyr666]

I was wondering what the typical treatment would be if parasite's were found in your gecko. Or would this depend on the specific parasite?

Thanks

 

[reps4life]

I was wondering what the typical treatment would be if parasite's were found in your gecko. Or would this depend on the specific parasite?

Thanks

Yes, There is a long list of parasites and must be treated accordingly. The parasites most seen in leo's are pinworms, coccidia and cryptosporidium. A vet will have to identify it by looking at the leo's stool under a microscope.

 

[Enigmatic_Reptiles]

As mentioned already it is all very determinate on the parasite being treated. Proper diagnosis of the parasite then treat accordingly. Most vets clinics can identify most endoparasites from fecal samples. Some of the more exotic parasites may need to be determined by a vet who specializes more on exotics.

 

[satyr666]

It's actually my Chondrodactylus Turneri I'm concerned about, I talked to a vet today and they want to charge me $120 for a fecal and physical they won't do the fecal without the physical first. That seems like a lot to me what do you guys think? I'm looking for more herp vets in my area now but in Canada we don't have much to choose from for reptiles.

 

[reps4life]

It's actually my Chondrodactylus Turneri I'm concerned about, I talked to a vet today and they want to charge me $120 for a fecal and physical they won't do the fecal without the physical first. That seems like a lot to me what do you guys think? I'm looking for more herp vets in my area now but in Canada we don't have much to choose from for reptiles.

An exam alone cost me $120 so that sounds reasonable to me. Reptiles are excellent at hiding illness and by the time you notice symptoms problems can be advanced so it will be wise to take him asap.

 

[satyr666]

I managed to find a vet that will do a parasite test for $50, that seems more reasonable.

 

[reps4life]

I managed to find a vet that will do a parasite test for $50, that seems more reasonable.

Without bringing him in for an exam? I ask because there is always a possibility of other problems which can only be diagnosed with him present.

 

[satyr666]

Yes without the exam, she really doesn't seem to have any issues to me other than possibly not eating too much. I'm only looking into the parasite test because I'm introducing a captive bred to her cage after it's done being quarantined, If she happened to have parasites I wouldn't want my other animal to become infected so it's more of a cautionary test rather than her having any issues.

 

[reps4life]

Yes without the exam, she really doesn't seem to have any issues to me other than possibly not eating too much. I'm only looking into the parasite test because I'm introducing a captive bred to her cage after it's done being quarantined, If she happened to have parasites I wouldn't want my other animal to become infected so it's more of a cautionary test rather than her having any issues.

Oh. Just incase you don't know, bacterial infections in the gut are common and can cause poor appetite. I had this problem with a gecko a few years ago. His fecal came back clean but blood was also drawn as precaution and it end up showing he had elevated WBC due to bowel infection. Might not be the case but I'd thought it was worth mentioning.

 

[JordanAng420]

Does this particular vet see reptiles on a regular basis?

If not, their nurses are NOT trained to see parasites that are specific to reptiles. And most likely, the doctor is not qualified to treat your reptile.

The exam might be worth the extra money. In the end, you usually get what you pay for.

 

[T-ReXx]

Pay for the exam. A qualified vet wont touch an animal without an exam for liability reasons. Any vet that doesnt require an exam is untrustworthy imo

 

[satyr666]

The problem I'm having where I live is no one is really trained to examine reptiles unless they received training in the US. I'm skeptical about the exam because I don't think that clinic treats reptiles on a regular basis either so it could be just for my $80.

 

[JordanAng420]

The problem I'm having where I live is no one is really trained to examine reptiles unless they received training in the US. I'm skeptical about the exam because I don't think that clinic treats reptiles on a regular basis either so it could be just for my $80.

So it's not even worth it to spend the money, IMO...if something is found, they won't be able to treat it...save your money until you find someone who is qualified.

 

[reps4life]

Pay for the exam. A qualified vet wont touch an animal without an exam for liability reasons. Any vet that doesnt require an exam is untrustworthy imo

True indeed. There is something wrong with a vet who will treat without checking the reptiles weight and not knowing if it's well hydrated which will lead to deadly consequences. Scary:main_no:

 

[satyr666]

So I received the fecal results and she has Coccidia, I took her in for an exam and they didn't know what to do with her because they didn't realize she was only 12g. The vet said she was going to contact the university of Guelph to find out more info. What do you guys know about the treatment for Coccidia? Which type of medication is needed and how much? I have heard some bad stories about wrong medications being prescribed and would just like to verify when I do receive treatment for her that it is the proper medication.

Thanks

 

[satyr666]

You were 100% correct Maia, but I felt i needed to do something even if I was going to waste my money at least now I know she does have parasites.

 

[animeavatar]

I want to go to that univeristy!

 

[gecko4245]

You were 100% correct Maia, but I felt i needed to do something even if I was going to waste my money at least now I know she does have parasites.

Sulfadimethoxine is what is usually given for coccidia. It is important that the gecko is hydrated and given water during treatment.

 

[reps4life]

So I received the fecal results and she has Coccidia, I took her in for an exam and they didn't know what to do with her because they didn't realize she was only 12g. The vet said she was going to contact the university of Guelph to find out more info. What do you guys know about the treatment for Coccidia? Which type of medication is needed and how much? I have heard some bad stories about wrong medications being prescribed and would just like to verify when I do receive treatment for her that it is the proper medication.

Thanks

Here is some info on medications commonly used. Sulfadimethoxine is what has always been prescribed for coccidia. Make sure she is well hydrated. It is prescribed in various ways depending on the load of coccidia seen. You will need another fecal exam after treatment because in some cases it can be hard to treat. You should also disinfect her cage and cage items very well with bleach and water during and after treatment. be careful with fumes and make sure to rinse everything well.

http://www.anapsid.org/resources/rxdose.html

 

[satyr666]

Thanks for the info, how do you recommend to keep her hydrated shes not exactly the most tame gecko so I think soaks are out of the question shes very fast. Would putting drops on her mouth be the best option do you think? I have never seen her drink directly from her dish like my leos.