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Old 06-27-2003, 02:31 PM   #106
The BoidSmith
I agree with you Scott but...

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Any vet worth their salt knows that in reptiles you need an antibiotic that will be active for gram-negative (hope I got that right) bacteria so an antibiotic like Baytril or Amykacin is preferred.
Scott,

That is exactly what should have been done in a "perfect world". But then again remember that a vet (or anyone for that matter)that has dealt with sick reptiles before can oftentimes tell if an animal is on death doors. Oftentimes they will have to use their best judgement and go with a "shotgun approach" using broad spectrum ATB. Had the vet waited in this case for an ATB sensitivity test, the geckos would have died before he could prescribe anything. As for the cellulitis, a simple phone call to the vet by Jason should clear that misunderstanding.

Regards.