My Reptile Is Unwell

Signs of Illness in Reptiles

• Quietness and lethargy
• Not moving or swimming normally
• Hiding more than normal
• Change in behaviour – increased aggressiveness for example
• Eating less or not eating at all
• Change in size, colour or consistency of faeces
• Bleeding, swellings, wounds
• Not using limbs
• Discharge from mouth, vent, nostrils, eyes

Emergencies

• Call us on 07 3420 6773 immediately.
• Please note that we run by appointments. We endeavour to provide all our patients with an appointment time to avoid delays. Emergencies will be triaged by our experienced nursing staff when you arrive.
• See Contact Us for further information on our opening hours and location. Outside of these hours contact the Animal Emergency Centre in (AES) Underwood on 07 3423 1888.
• Place the animal in a secure travel container (or regular cage if possible) and keep this covered to reduce stress levels in your pet.