could chief have worms?

[Laark]

Im a tad worried, as my lizards poo has recently become runny and...stinky. like, I can smell it from a room away. She isnt cutting back on eating at all, and is still fairly active. Though I did just completely cut off her mealworms after discovering the issues they could cause. Could that sudden change make it smelly? Its not discolored or anything, just really watery. Not like diarrhea, just watery and a little loose. any help? am I worrying over nothing?

 

[atochats]

The "darker portion" of their poop should be contained (for the most part) in a kind of lightweight "sheath" or "membrane"...the lighter portion not so. Moisture in their excrement could indicate that they are just well hydrated And as for my beardies well...it ALWAYS stinks lol. But if you have doubts or concerns my advice is to have your vet do a fecal exam just to be sure. Better safe than sorry

 

[Laark]

Alright, this is a lot of moisture though. almost a pool in a 2 inch diameter. And this is stinkier than ever XD But Ill see if I can get her into the vet, if nothing else just to see if he's a decent vet :3

 

[atochats]

Like I said, if in doubt take her in It won't hurt to get a little peace of mind. Maybe take a pic of her poop to show the vet while it's still really fresh? That way all this fluid you're talking about can be seen. Too much info for the vet isn't a bad thing. While she's there, if she's never seen a vet before, she can be checked out all over. I'm a believer in prevention, and an annual (or very first) check up is a good idea IMO.

 

[Luvthemanimal]

Take a stool sample to the vet. All beardies have worms just depends on what type and if needs to be treated.

By beardies **** stinks something bad lol. And sometimes is very watery and others not so much. Generally means we'll hydrated beardie.

 

[Germ]

Though I did just completely cut off her mealworms after discovering the issues they could cause.

Here is some info for you. I wouldn't use any worms as a staple diet, but occasionally, Mealies are not a bad feeder ...

Mealie Basher "Challenge"

 

[Laark]

Here is some info for you. I wouldn't use any worms as a staple diet, but occasionally, Mealies are not a bad feeder ...

Mealie Basher "Challenge"

I cut her off as I was using them as an after feeding treat. she got about 10 a day. I had a hard time saying no to the excited dancing...

 

[Augie]

I cut her off as I was using them as an after feeding treat. she got about 10 a day. I had a hard time saying no to the excited dancing...

I remember you saying you we're also giving your beardie Romaine lettuce. Have you cut that out? What greens are you giving her now, and if you cut out the lettuce, how long go was that?

 

[Laark]

I cut out the lettuce the day you told me about it. two days? I think? she's already improved quite a bit. no more loose and really watery poo.

 

[atochats]

No need to take a pic of the poo then lol. Feel kinda silly for suggesting that now. Oh well... Augie rocks!

 

[Laark]

dont feel silly. xD i am a first time owner, and will take everything in mind when it comes to my baby and her health x.x