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by Jahon on March 23, 2009
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My adult Southern Pacific Rattlesnake has recently been looking up and twisting his head in weird motions. However, when I tap on the glass, or pull him out, he seems perfectly fine. Also, other than those instances, he seems perfectly healthy. This has not happened before and I am worried. Thanks in advance.
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by Phobos on March 24, 2009
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That's not a good sign over all. A number of diseases have onset symptons simular to what you're describing. I would isolate the animal from the rest of collection, since it is very likely communicable.
Al
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by Jahon on March 25, 2009
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Do you know exactly what could be wrong with him? Could it be star gazing? Is their a cure? Thanks in advance.
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by Jahon on March 25, 2009
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there* On second thought I looked up star gazing and it is a gene that is passed down and has nothing to do with this. I'm extremely worried because I really like this snake and I don't want the rest of my snakes to be infected.
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by Rob_Carmichael on March 25, 2009
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Like Al said, isolate the animal immediately - others may be exposed if its viral. Before panicking, though, realize that many things can bring these symptoms on - even a bacterial infection which can be treated so don't lose too much sleep over it. The most important thing is to run a full blood panel with your vet. It will cost some money but in the long run, will help you not worry about your other animals.
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by Jahon on March 25, 2009
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The reason why I'm so worried is honestly, I've never had a snake actually get sick before. I want to know where I went wrong. Where did my snake catch this illness from?
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