Herp Health

Reptiles get ear infections just like any other creature with ears. Find out more about them.

This article explains what a prolapse is and what the most common reasons for prolapsing are.

Bearded dragons sometimes go into brumation. Explore this interesting behavior of bearded dragons, and many other reptiles, and learn more about brumation of Pogona Vitticeps.

What it is, and how to prevent your reptile from becoming impacted and obstructed.

Occasionally, a reptile may have problems shedding, where the shed skin does not come off as easily as it should. Most often, this means the humidity level is too low. Fortunately, treating and preventing shedding problems is usually easy.

Information about Ranavirus, an emerging concern for both wild and captive turtles.

Fireflies have been found to be quite toxic to some lizards and should never be fed to lizards or other reptiles.

A description of vitamin A deficiency in reptiles.

specific things to watch out for when choosing a pet reptile to help ensure your reptile isn't sick before you even get it home.

A serious but preventable disease that is usually a result of poor husbandry.  A very common disease in iguanas.

A look at the causes and treatment of egg binding in reptiles by Melissa Kaplan.

Thorough article on treating reptiles and their environment for mites.

The importance of hydration, symptoms and treatment of dehydration in reptiles. By Tricia Power.

Details on the shedding process and how to help if necessary, by Melissa Kaplan.

Dealing with the leftovers of a shed on the eyes, by Melissa Kaplan.

What to look for to determine if a reptile is happy and healthy or not doing well, by Melissa Kaplan.

Melissa Kaplan maintains contact listings for reptile-friendly veterinarians in the U.S., Canada, and elsewhere along with advice on finding a vet and other issues.

Listing for veterinarians experienced with reptiles in Canada. Maintained by Tricia Power.

Gout symptoms and information relating to reptile gout.

Is your pet snake sneezing? Do you think he has a snake cold or possible respiratory infection? Read on to find out what this could be from and what to do.