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Center-Sinai Animal Hospital
Serving the Los Angeles Community since 1969
10737 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 559-3770
Full
range of pet care and emergency veterinary services available
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GECKO LIMBS IN
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Dear Dr. Baum --
Hello Dr. B. I have a Leopard Gecko, whose leg
has been broken for sometime (we inherited him). He walks on his
wrist stub with the rest dragging. Should we have the dragging piece
cut off? It has gotten in his way a few times that I have seen.
What do you suggest?
Clarissa, Grenada Hills, CA
Dear Clarissa:
The decision to amputate his limb would depend on several factors.
Is the damaged limb hindering his ability to get around? Is the
dragging of the limb causing further damage to the limb? You
mentioned that it "gotten in his way" several times. Over what
period of time does this cover -- several times a day? a week? a
month? The severity of the problem should dictate the extent of the
therapy. A physical examination in conjunction with answers to the
above questions would be the best first step.
Dr. B
Note to visitors: You might also want to check
this link about treating gecko injuries
Ask Dr. Baum: Both My Leopard Gecko's Legs are Broken!
Another gecko issue: Lady gecko's shedding skin covered broken
limbs. What to do?
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CSAH Doctors' Hours
Monday - Friday:
8:00 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sat.: 8:00 am-4 pm
Sun.: 10 am-4 pm
Drop-Off's, Pet Pick Ups, Medicine/Food Pickups
Not Requiring Doctors' Attention
Monday-Friday:
7:30 am - 9 pm
Sat.:
7:30 am - 4 pm
Sun: 10 am - 4 pm
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