Douglas R. Mader, MS, DVM, DABVP

To date there have been very few pharmacokinetic studies published in reptiles, and with only only limited numbers of antibiotics.

There is no question that the most common health problems associated with captive reptiles are diet related.

In general, all reptiles are covered with scales.

"Bad laboratory data are worse than no laboratory data at all."

It has been well established that the majority of bacterial pathogens affecting reptile patients are of the gram negative type.

Reptiles take a very long time to get sick. Likewise, amphibians tend to hide disease for prolonged periods.

Thermal burns in reptiles are one of the most common injuries seen by herp veterinarians.

In general, all reptiles are covered with scales. They can have four legs, or none.

Reptiles take a very long time to get sick. By the time they show signs of disease, their condition is usually advanced.

To date there have been very few pharmacokinetic studies published in reptiles, and with only limited numbers of antibiotics.

Reptiles take a very long time to get sick. Likewise, amphibians tend to hide disease for prolonged periods.

It has been well established that the majority of bacterial pathogens affecting reptile patients are of the gram negative type.