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Anna, Reptile Expert, Biologist
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Have owned turtles, snakes, amphibians, and lizards. Study and provide habitat for wild herps.
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Anna
Reptile Expert, Biologist
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Have owned turtles, snakes, amphibians, and lizards. Study and provide habitat for wild herps.
Joan
Veterinary Technician
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35+ years experience as veterinary tech and 40+ years experience doing reptile rescues.
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Veterinary Nurse
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15 years experience in veterinary medicine, special interest in reptiles and arachnids.
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Reptile Veterinarian
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13 years private, wildlife and zoo experience with reptiles, PLEASE rate my service when satisfied.
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Reptile Veterinarian
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Veterinarian with almost 20 years of experience with small animals, birds, reptiles and pocket pets. Previous owner of 24/7 emergency, 8 doctor practice
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ER/ICU & Exotic Animal Veterinarian
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Answers for all your pet reptile questions
What are reptiles, and what makes them so different from other animal variations? A reptile definition will tell you that they're cold blooded. This means they react to the temperature of their surroundings in ways warm-blooded creatures like humans and other mammals don’t.
A reptile that gets too warm needs to cool down, and would typically do so via water or shade. If too cold, they use the sun’s rays to warm up to the right temperature. Another distinguishing characteristic of reptiles are the scales that cover their bodies, which can come in large, small, hard, or soft varieties.
In the wild, reptiles are expected to survive on their own from birth, but that doesn’t mean reptile owners are off the hook! These creatures can run into health problems, just like any other type of pet, and understanding how to address these issues in a timely fashion is crucial. The reptile veterinary Experts on JustAnswer have accumulated years of experience with these exotic animals, and you can access their expertise without needing to leave the house. Quick, convenient advice can put you on the right track to helping your pet feel better.
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How to get reliable reptile help online
Some of the concerns addressed by reptile Experts on JustAnswer include:
- I can't get my gecko to eat and she hardly moves… What can I do for her?
- My turtle looks to have a pierced shell in one spot on the top and underneath
- For the last couple of days, leopard gecko is in her log on the cool side of her tank and won't come out at all.
- My bearded dragon has a runny nose and is acting strange
When you seek reptile help from the Experts on JustAnswer, providing more information will improve the speed and accuracy of the assistance you receive. Be sure to have the following details ready when you connect to a reptile Expert:
- Type, breed and age of your reptile
- The issue at hand, including symptoms and duration
- Anything you’ve already done to resolve the issue
It's always reassuring to get quick answers when something is troubling your pet, which is why JustAnswer has Experts on call day and night.