How to Treat Mouth Rot in Lizards!

Today we show you what mouth rot looks like, what causes it, and how to treat it.
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[@alythamazon]

I literally don't own any sort of lizard, but I will still religiously watch your videos every time they come out

[@janeregan2930]

Same

[@wildanimations]

Heck yeah that makes three of us

[@sukisaba8979]

I have never seen a comment that I agree with and relate to so much except I have lizards.

[@Kristen242008]

Same here!

[@presmisspearlthesnake699]

same (kinda) I do volunteer at a pet store and play with Lizards and feed them but I do not OWN one.

[@blobbertmcblob4888]

"I think he did better than most people at the doctor" Yeah, whenever I go to the doctor, as soon as they let me out of my carrier, I run around the room in a panic, hide under the table and stand on the counter with my back arched to look bigger. I'm not allowed to bite anyone anymore though. If I do it again, I might go to jail =(

[@lulu.filmss]

?????? What?!

[@lulu.filmss]

Weird……

[@salaltschul3604]

Try hissing. Might keep them away so you don't have to bite them. Or, if you sit in the corner with your back to the doctor and ignore them. That'll help too.

[@natandsym638]

lol

[@venus-lc3de]

LOL🤣

[@teddypawncrumps23]

Emily: Can you open up again? Gecko: Oh my bad, here **opens mouth politely like a gentleman**

[@user3364_]

I love this:)

[@katherinedulin8706]

So kind :)

[@higoodbye7545]

I was just thinking his lil face is so precious when he opens his mouth :D

[@axelm3ow]

timestamp?

[@Z4n3_]

@@axelm3ow I'm not really sure if this is the right timestamp so here: 6:30

[@stackobatz]

Can I just say I love how Snake Discovery isn’t limited to just snakes?

[@stackobatz]

@Tom Whalen who-

[@serinawong3019]

@Tom Whalen strangely what you said has another meaning in a different language, huh

[@birbistic-5431]

@Tom Whalen “it’s worth it”

[@rebeccaconlon9743]

Its herpitology

[@colleenharrison1638]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@chancekahle2214]

Dr. Plantz really flipped nominative determinism the bird by becoming a veterinarian.

[@khills]

😂 underrated comment

[@Gingerblossom6969ily]

It honestly almost brought a tear to my eye when you said you've successfully helped and adopted out over 150 reptiles and amphibians. You guys are using your fame and resources in some of the best possible ways and I can't even imagine how thankful all of those amazing animals are that theyve gotten the chance to go through adoption island with you

[@philippak7726]

exactly what was going through my mind. I was thinking "it's been a few months, maybe one or two a week, gotta be around 30 right?" then 150! Top percentage!

[@Bunny-bo2sr]

I agree also he looked so much better I'm glad he was put into this care. His head also looked swollen in the before compared to the after and I can't imagine how much better that poor little geko felt.

[@mogfeels]

I am a registered vet tech, I really appreciate you explaining what is going on in the veterinary world. We are scheduled out for months for appointments and surgeries. ☹️

[@caracheyenne8839]

I’m a senior in high school and taking a pre-vet course at a local college. We’ve had three speakers so far come in and BEG us to go into the veterinary field because every clinic in understaffed. I also had to schedule an appointment for my bunny today that has two giant bald spots - and my vet (the only exotic vet in Indianapolis) said “sorry we’re booked until January” so I have to go somewhere an hour away just to have her checked out :/

[@VelverElixir]

I haven’t really been feeling it at my vet, but honestly the only thing we go in for as of late is either my one cat whose got cancer and kidney failure, so issues with him are serious, or standard shots. My animals are blessedly health except my one poor kitty.

[@toff1568]

@@VelverElixir good luck and best wishes for your sick cat!!

[@sinaroja]

Does a cut on the side of the mouth mean Mouth Rot??

[@AdelaideEversmann]

definitely hating the vet area near me considering no vet near me or even in my state deals with reptiles

[@carzxth]

In nursing school i learned to never dip cotton or cloth into the fluid or hold it against the opening of the bottle. The cotton is not sterile and will make the whole bottle non sterile aswell! Its better to pour it over the cotton or cloth. This may make a mess but it prevents contamination! I don't know if it is as important when working with reptiles but I thought you guys might like this little fact!

[@raerohan4241]

You can also pour a tiny bit out into a dish or plate and soak it up from there, that's what I prefer to do. Hate it when stuff splashes everywhere, especially something betadine which would stain if it got onto your clothes

[@joyceb.8194]

@@raerohan4241 oddly, betadine hasn't stained anything I've gotten it on and I use it everywhere

[@thinktoddlerbutaddissues1004]

@@joyceb.8194 and the next day you got betadine stained on your favorite shirt

[@joyceb.8194]

@@thinktoddlerbutaddissues1004 sorry, wrong again. Been using it over 15 years and still no stains on skin, clothing, counters, rugs. And yes, I drop stuff.

[@thinktoddlerbutaddissues1004]

@@joyceb.8194 dude you’re just the lucky person then

[@martyviv]

I work in a vets and it’s so true about people with new pets 🤦🏻‍♂️ still trying to work through new owners with boosters and vaccinations so thanks for sticking up for us! Love you guys

[@philippak7726]

it's true for repair centers for tech support too, it means any time I make an appointment for setting up repairs it's something I warn people about alongside the "please remember they're going full out to look after everyone, so please understand."

[@wumbology6072]

I don’t even have a lizard, this is just fascinating stuff

[@Annie_Annie__]

150 rescued reptiles and amphibians in 6 months is pretty amazing! Especially since I don’t think they’re shipping any animals. So it’s all in person and mostly local. That’s pretty dang incredible!

[@sarahhastings1486]

I love how you educate the world on reptiles ! I continuously learn so much! Thankyou Emily and Ed for making learning so much fun even into adulthood ! I'm 24 and learn from every video

[@Hazy6695]

Ooga booga

[@seraph511]

Same! I'm 22 and I love this channel!

[@artistallie1204]

I can’t get over how upset that poor guy was 🤣 his face just read: “don’t touch meee” I’m surprised he didn’t do his screams, if I hold my little dude he makes the cutest grunting noises and likes to sing to me the songs of his people.

[@kathavri]

Awh, the effort that Emily and Ed put in editing, rescuing, and being active with their subscribers is the reason im subscribed! 💚

[@kanderson6739]

💚

[@ashla2628]

I work as a licensed vet tech in an animal hospital, I cannot express how great full I am for what you said about making appointments at the vet. COVID hit the veterinary community particularly hard, nationwide, as you said. The pet population has doubled and we have fewer staff than ever with one of the highest suicide rates in the nation. We are so swamped that on my days off, I often spend most of the day asleep from exhaustion. Thank you so much for briefly bringing that up and explaining why non life threatening emergencies can wait. Clients often get mad when they are in the waiting room for long periods of time, and a new client runs in with an emergency and gets rushed straight to the back, and the owners placed in a room. They often fail to understand why that pet was seen so quickly when the reality is, you don’t want to be in a situation where you’re pet is the one being rushed to the back. The biggest thing I can say when taking your pets to the hospital regardless of the reason, just be nice! More times than not, the staff is overworked, under paid, and beyond exhausted. A small act of kindness goes a long way! Thank you Emily!!!

[@RoseabzillaEm]

I imagine it's like going to the er where maybe I've been waiting 2 hours because of a stomach ache but someone in an ambulance gets rushed back. It sucks for me bc I'm hurting but I don't want to be that person who was rushed back because of a fatal wreck or heart attack or something else.

[@stephlidholm7922]

Thank you for the caveat about being patient with vets! As a Vet Tech who’s been feeling with the busier times, I really appreciate it!

[@roxbuchanan6357]

Gummy kind of reminds me, with his refusal to smile like a "normal" leopard gecko, of the Muppet Sam the American Eagle. He constantly disapproves of all the insanity of the Muppets, and for some reason, Gummy's expression reminds me of Sam.

[@pamspray5254]

I love it!

[@Creekersqueaker]

The adoption island program is amazing! I love how you’re able to transform an animal that isn’t in the best conditions into a flourishing new little girl or guy! This is my favorite thing that you do on this channel. Rescuing and helping these animals helps them in so many ways and I’m forever grateful and I hope the little animals are too that you saved them!

[@Sara.L..]

I really love this "recovery series" it's so informative and is also nice to see the animals heal and thrive.

[@ettinakitten5047]

One of my favorite shows on KZbin for awhile was Vet Ranch, but they've changed format and it's a lot less appealing to me. These reptile recovery videos are basically the same design, but with reptiles. I really like videos that start with a sick or injured animal, explain exactly what's wrong and what they're doing to help, and continue the story until they're all better.

[@Miss65boo]

Gummy is so cute, especially how he held his mouth wide open at the end like he was showing off his healed mouth! And Gus, with the way he waves, SO CUTE!

[@autumnleaf1382]

The missing toes is so sad. My blue tongue skink I bought was a baby and was covered in stuck shed. Within 3 weeks of owning him he had to go to my vet and have two toes amputated. Now he has three toes on one foot but is an amazing boy. Also as someone who’s had to orally give meds for both my reptiles. That squirrel feeding tube is amazing!! I’ll be looking into get some for my scaly kids!

[@kyletheswan4513]

This one hits a little close to home. My first lizard had mouth rot, leisions and a form of cancer in his mouth, I ended up making the decision of putting him down, thank you for covering this so other people can fix this problem before it gets out of hand

[@ettinakitten5047]

My childhood cat had to be put down for mouth cancer, too. He was 3 months younger than me, born in our home as part of an unplanned litter, and was my oldest friend both in life stage and chronological duration of friendship. When they found the cancer, it had taken over half his jaw, and they told me that if they removed it, he would likely refuse to eat and starve to death. At least he had a good long life - he was 21, which is *ancient* for a cat.

[@fiblet8223]

Thank you for recognizing how swamped vets are right now! My mom is a vet, and has told me how not only are they busy because people are adopting more pets, they are home with their pets more and notice the littlest normal things. She said she couldn’t count how many people came in for seizures because they were watching their dogs sleep and twitch in their dreams.

[@_Dark222Angel_]

I waited for 3 hours for the vet to tell me my snake was fine lol

[@GraceWhip]

Yep, got to wait a few hours for my vet to tell my my rat is a major drama queen who figured out he can get attention by sneezing. No RI at all. He's always been an attention hog XD

[@joeyphaahla]

And it costs a fortune

[@brandi3981]

It seems like gummy is the first leopard gecko I recall ever seeing that doesn't appear to be smiling. 😂👌 I feel your pain little guy I hate needles with a passion!

[@86fifty]

Over 150?? that's AMAZING! you should truly be proud of yourselves! It's truly impressive that you were willing and able to serve that need in your community :)

[@morgan427]

Working in the vet industry, thank you for understanding!! We are SWAMPED! Its always nice to hear when people are understanding of the long wait times for appointments!

[@DJDroz-tz4qc]

Awww he's a cutie! Poor thing, at least he's all better now? Reminds me of when my classes had leopard geckos, they were fun to hold and feed. Guts was cute too, I wish animals could do stuff like that without being stressed because it's fun to watch them do that.

[@kimdoogleouo4521]

He’s such as little gentleman. I hope he has the best life.

[@_faith_6958]

He looks just like my family's leopard gecko that passed away a few years ago. Only with fewer toes and thinner. We thought he was a girl up until three years before he died, but he didn't seem to mind all that much

[@naturelover9716]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR REMINDING PEOPLE TO BE UNDERSTANDING AT THE VET!!! I spent my summer interning at a vet clinic and I can't even begin to count the number of furious clients who would call and scream at our poor office staff when we couldn't fit them into the schedule. Vets have been working overtime around the clock to deal with the millions of new pets (and millions more that developed problems over covid that owners just didn't feel the need to address earlier). Also, please remember that vets and clinics only treat CERTAIN species. We get a frankly sad number of exotic animals (birds, lizards, snakes, etc) left on our doorstep in terrible conditions, but there's not much that we can do besides call animal control as none of the vets at the clinic have touched one of those since school.

[@hollynedelen5026]

Thanks for supporting vet med! Especially understanding how overbooked we all are right now! Thank you for all that you do! Love your videos! 💚💚

[@heidimj1380]

That poor little boy 😢. I'm so glad he's in your hands! 🥰

[@pumkin41297]

Over one hundred and fifty rescues?!?!?! Omg you guys are amazing! Thank you for all you do for the animals and the community!

[@Warriordog1011]

I just lost my leopard gecko…. She lived a good 19 years. Her name was Buddy and emily said buddy at around 10:30. I hope gummy lives a long healthy life like Buddy did

[@geminfly]

I love her name :)

[@funhun691]

I have never doubted that adoption island was amazing and so helpful but it’s so great to hear how many animals you’ve helped so far! It’s unfortunate how many needed the help but I’m glad there is a place like this in the world so more animals get a second chance.

[@FishieDr]

Thank you SO MUCH for the shout out to vet staff being super busy and to be understanding with wait times! This exotic pet vet loves your channel!

[@kymberlysteiger8125]

Awe…yay for Gummy! He’s going to make someone so happy! Thank you guys for everything you do for the reptile community 🤩

[@pretzel8054]

Omg the number of animals you have taken in and adopted is outstanding!!! You guys are the best!! Thanks for taking care of lil Gummy!

[@LaineyBug2020]

I know this was about Gummy, and I'm glad he's ok now, but I absolutely love it when bearded dragons start waving at people!

[@ellawalker7016]

It was a pleasure to work with you at our clinic! Glad Gummy is doing better!

[@thelazynaturopath1979]

A vet clinic obsessed with gnomes. You are a match made in reptile heaven. Maybe Dr. Plantz and team can come do some educational events at the zoo one day.

[@skullfullofbooks7398]

I really appreciate that you do the whole time lapse in one video and indicate the time taken and show how much work it can be for rescues. I know a lot of younger people and teens tend to think rescuing is easy and take on animals that demand too much knowledge, time, or money. This is a really good way to hopefully convince them to volunteer somewhere first and learn the ropes.

[@blackfirehedgehog7725]

Poor little guy. Glad you were able to treat the mouth rot though! Gummy's a cute little fellow. I remember my beardie had to get shots for a while - It was in a different spot, his leg if I remember right. Not sure if that's because it was a different medication or a different species... Felt real bad about it. Fortunately with Beardies, it helps a lot to cover their heads with a towel or something, they calm down a lot. Also, getting 150 rescue reptiles in good homes is amazing!

[@DarkValient390]

As a vet tech - THANK YOU for being understanding. We are absolutely drowning & even a few nice clients a day really make a difference

[@shaunacorrigan9372]

Ok, I'm gonna need a Homey Gnome Vet Clinic here in Green Bay. Best. Name. Ever!!

[@robertbailey4454]

I love the little blurbs of text you guys put up on the screen for the animals. They always seem so accurate lol.

[@Feeeeeeeeeeeesh_10]

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[@cheyennepepper301]

Hatching season is ending, so I was thinking up some ideas of stuff I’ve always wanted to learn! -What to do when you see poor treatment/handling in a pet store? -Should you breed snakes if you don’t know their genetics? -What are the best ways to keep your pet bird happy and well? -What are the best frog breeds to get as a beginner? -How to go herping successfully If I think of more, I’ll add them!

[@loriw2661]

My heart goes out to these sweet reptiles that have problems due to human negligence. They don’t understand what’s happening when we’re helping them and they’re so scared. Thank you for helping those 150 animals to find good homes!!🦎❤️🦎

[@iced_latteZ]

I have been a long time viewers 3years+ and I just want to say that Emily has incredible charisma on screen. I’m sure you are wonderful at public speaking too. Great job as always 👏 you guys are one of my most favorite channels ever!

[@tirzahjoy1452]

I loved watching the building updates so much; this is the series that has satiated my need after the zoo opened.

[@cindymackillop2931]

That's why I love your channel you take care of all types of reptiles which is my first favorite type of animal

[@Theresia66]

Gummy.. That's such a perfect, adorable name for the little dude!

[@angelsebastian7715]

Thank you Emily and Ed for making my day with these videos

[@ahorsenamedbeaux]

When I started watching your channel 3 1/2 years ago I didn't own any reptiles, now I own over 15 animals and 7 species. I have my own channel and even do reptile birthday parties! I owe It to Emily and Ed, love you guys keep up the awesome work!

[@ilikebeans4138]

I hope that this will help my friend! I’ll be visiting your shop soon! I hope to adopt :)

[@retroreceptionist7571]

I’m in tears over the amazing work you do and help these incredible animals and their owners form forever bonds!

[@ellagrace4888]

I continue to learn so much from you guys whenever you post a new video. I’m having a bad day and I remembered it was Tuesday and you guys always make my day so much better🥰

[@klcpca]

I'm an RN.... many people do not cooperate as well as your patient!!!! Glad he's doing so much better and will get his forever home soon.... Amazing the success of Adoption Island!!! YAY!!!!

[@Sunflowers72]

Hello! I am an 8 year old girl named Audrey. I love animals and would love to own a zoo one day. I have a tiny zoo in my room. It’s not real there are only 3 REAL animals. The real animals are my American green tree frog named Pancake. And 2 hermit crabs Blueberry and Mango! I love your channel and hope to be like you someday!

[@WigglesAndFins]

Ur a child get off KZbin

[@roxanebrite]

From a vet tech thanks for your comment about being patient with us!! 😊

[@nightlyoko626]

Who dislikes these videos : ( I’m so glad he ended up in your care. He needs so much help and y’all will help him

[@Kickilia]

I really loved the name you gave him, I'm glad he made such an excellent recovery and I hope he'll have a great life in his new home! And congrats on the 150+ rescues and adoptions, that's wonderful! 🥰🥰

[@saratronus]

I thought my Crested gecko had mouth rot But after seeing your video I'm pretty sure he just has a piece of Dirt stuck in his teeth And I'm really nervous about holding him down and cleaning it but after seeing your video I think I have the confidence of doing it

[@SilverDragon67]

You already adopted out 150 animals? Wow, I am really impressed and so happy that you do something like this! Please show more about the animals there, this story about Gummy was wonderful! Thanks for all your hard work, you are AMAZING!

[@carolinacritters5456]

He is so cute! I’m glad he’s in good hands. Loving these informative videos!

[@DragnRider-xu1vj]

Thank GOD for this video. I just moved to a new city and haven't found a new vet yet and my leo went and developed mouth rot while he was adjusting to the new place. I was about to cry. Thank you!

[@duotrapeze72]

congrats on your success with adoption island! that's such a cool thing you're doing for the reptiles

[@khills]

Oh wow, that's an amazing rehome rate just since spring - congratulations! That has to feel really awesome, to know you've been able to help that many animals head to new homes.

[@cindyshaw7364]

Thanks for sharing! I'm a vet tech student who's interested in learning more about exotic animal medicine

[@marieparsons9908]

Wonderful! There is so much for exotic vets to learn! Seems very smart of you to look to youtube for expertise. And there is indeed a whole lot of experts out there who are dying to share their knowledge with exotic vets. : ) Other wonderful medical/ husbandry reptile channels are NERD and Animal1Guy. The best channel for guinea pigs is LA Guinea Pig Rescue. Scotty's Animals has a related guinea pig care guide which is extensive. For birds, it's BirdTricks all the way. Best of luck in your studies!!

[@kymarek307]

poor baby, hes too cute to have to deal with mouth rot

[@kyleerm10]

Love these informative videos! Keep up the great work love your channel!

[@Asher_ofcrows]

As a leopard gecko owner myself this really helps me as I dont know much about mouth rot, so thank you

[@parisinthe30sx]

With all the information that's out there, there is no excuse for this. It's straight up neglect and that breaks my heart. He's a lucky little lizard to be in your care

[@susanpatterson7088]

I love learning new things that can make my lizard healthier and happier.

[@Lily-kq3lv]

Oh no! That gecko is adorable tho!!

[@BUtheBabyUnicorn]

I love seeing all the rescues and how they recover! Sad that so many animals need rescuing, but I’m glad that they get such good care and educate others about how to better take care of reptiles! These are honestly some of my favorite videos, they’re so heartwarming 🥰

[@AbigailSmith1334]

Do I have a lizard? No. Do I have a reptile? No. Will I get one? No. Do I still watch your videos? Yes.

[@karinwestereng1910]

Ok, so I'm a veterinarian, and I have learned more about reptile health on your channel than I ever did as a vet student. Thank you, this is super useful for me and my future reptile clients!

[@dalayneejo]

snake discovery uploaded! day made!!

[@2pantheraleoatrox]

I don't have, or plan to have, any pet reptiles, amphibians, or birds, but watching videos of someone with so much care, compassion, and enthusiasm for animals makes me feel better about the world.

[@linxwithani4687]

75th like x Love u guys btw I am getting an albino snow corn snake this weekend.. his name is Draco U guys taught me a lot about snakes and more and I’m more then thankful x

[@belphy205]

Ahh yes his father will hear about this

[@ameliadriscoll8634]

Emily and Ed are reptile heros, i wish more people were like them this world would be such an amazing place.

[@Neitherworld64]

Wait they have teeth

[@WigglesAndFins]

Yes all lizards have teeth

[@Neitherworld64]

@@WigglesAndFins do you know a lizard that's good for beginners cuz I want a bearded dragon but people saying is not for beginners

[@WigglesAndFins]

@@Neitherworld64 crested gecko they eat pangea/repashy dont need a huge massive enclosure and like room temperature to mildly humid they need a ubv light lots of places to hide make sure to have a humid hide like a log they can lay in no heat pads and some like bugs while some dont and will only eat the repashy they need to be misted every day once a day provide a water source like a small bowl as they like standing water. And this is the easier reptile there alot of work if u plan on getting one lots and lots of research dont just impulse buy one

[@Norma-animallover]

@@Neitherworld64 actually bearded dragons are one of the best lizards for beginners (I have a bearded dragon as my first reptile)

[@Neitherworld64]

@@Norma-animallover thank You 😊 when my room gets fixed I'm looking into one

[@jaylambert599]

This is the best info on leopard gecko mouthrot I've ever seen, and I've been keeping them for nearly 20 years.

[@Coralinxal]

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[@dancingoctopus9888]

What a great educational video! I love the format you have been doing for your videos. I love that you let the story fully develop, filming along the way, and then release the whole complete story. Its awesome!

[@lucyandpinto4298]

You can collect your "here within 30 minutes ticket" here

[@cmginfinity18]

When I got my new female crested gecko I noticed she had redness/inflammation on her lower gumline, but no discoloration or anything of the sort. Took her to the vet and the doctor said it didn't look like mouth rot but she still got antibiotic drops that I applied twice every day. It was strange as there was little to no sign of it until I looked in her mouth to check calcium sacs, but I'm so glad she's better now

[@infantsolee]

FIRST AHAHAHA

[@aquarivus5966]

Good job!

[@forg2966]

No

[@infantsolee]

@@forg2966 yes

[@fluffymountainbunny]

Awww the poor guy! I'm so glad he came to you for proper care and eventually a good home!

[@stinkertonsden]

WOW!!! 150 re-homes is an amazing metric. This is exactly why you and Ed are the best!

[@reverzecowgorl]

Thank you so much for the PSA about how busy clinics are. Not everyone knows and/or understands. ❤️

[@Czar_Moss]

awww the big open mouth then before and after pic made me smile. he recovered so well

[@Delta11488]

You guys are just AMAZING! The love and care you give all your animals truly warms my heart.

[@bugtalk84]

Ed and Emily are so amazing with their animals.

[@siesie67891]

I really feel better now because my friends gecko had mouth rot and now we know what to do. Thank you for this video

[@BlessMyHart96]

I’m so glad y’all cleared it up! He looks SO much better

[@LittleBeastyReptiles]

Gummy is super cute and such a good little patient. My 3 leopard geckos who have been well cared for since they were babies wouldn’t have even been that good and has made me realize they’re not as calm as I thought they were lol

[@ashtoncullinan5586]

I love how kind you are! You always do your best to help these wonderful animals in need, and find them new loving forever homes! Love your content.

[@wingsoffirenerd3447]

Dis poor boi was so upset but now he is fixed, thank god for this channel