How to give Fluids and Injections to Lizards

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  • In this video, we show how to give fluids and injections to lizards using a bearded dragon and blue tongued skink as helpers.
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ความคิดเห็น • 405

  • @binkyboo4793
    @binkyboo4793 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    As a hazardous waste chemist, I LOVE that you mentioned proper safe disposal of needles in an approved sharps bin. There are various regulations (depending on where you live) for the safe removal and destruction of dangerous waste. It causes no end of nightmares when stuff is found where it shouldn't be, and needlestick injuries are no joke.

  • @SaraAson
    @SaraAson ปีที่แล้ว +459

    Fun fact! The skin pinching tests works on, I believe, most animals but definitely mammals as well. Including humans! It's a good test to do on your cats and dogs during hot summers because it's very quick. It alone isn't a sign of dangerous dehydration (unless it just does not go back on it's own at all) just that you should make sure they have extra water out!

    • @ZeFroz3n0ne907
      @ZeFroz3n0ne907 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Very true, when I was going thru chemo, they would pinch me all the time to see if I was dehydrated. Got lots of pinches and pokes in that time, haha. Got many bags of fluids.. 😆 For a while I thought I was half ape, half porcupine.

    • @isabelleblanchet3694
      @isabelleblanchet3694 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      It's a good trick to know for parents of young kids when they inevitably catch a gastroenteritis, to make sure they are not getting dehydrated to a dangerous level. For carer of the elderly too. On humans you pinch the skin on top of the hand.

    • @ZeFroz3n0ne907
      @ZeFroz3n0ne907 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@isabelleblanchet3694 Absolutely! Very good point!

    • @MadHatta555
      @MadHatta555 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      This can vary with age (at least in humans) the skin loses elasticity so this works best with children through adulthood. It is great to know if you are taking care of someone who is experiencing persistent vomiting and you see other signs of severe dehydration which are: lethargy, rapid heart rate at rest, fast breathing at rest, sunken eyes, absence of tears, lack of urination, and feeling cold.

    • @leekestner1554
      @leekestner1554 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MadHatta555 And abdominal cramps, pale skin, lack of sweating.

  • @SebMoellerM
    @SebMoellerM ปีที่แล้ว +250

    Human nurse tip: push air into the saline bottle (same volume as desired liquid volume) before pulling out the fluid. This ensures that the inside of the bottle has the same pressure always. Otherwise, you sometimes have to wrestle out the fluids when the bottle is near empty

    • @samwisefosterholm7750
      @samwisefosterholm7750 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      wait this is incredible advice! I have to give my dog injections for his joints, and getting the fluid out was hard because the suction inside the bottle would just suck the fluid back out of the syringe. thanks!!

    • @Orthophobia
      @Orthophobia ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Great tip, especially useful for more viscous liquids!

    • @yamiryushi
      @yamiryushi ปีที่แล้ว +11

      As one human nurse to another, thanks! I was going to post this same tip myself!

    • @LoneLupine
      @LoneLupine ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm not a nurse but type 1 diabetic and yes, I second this comment

    • @DirtyMistress
      @DirtyMistress ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nurse here as well and I was going to comment exactly the same.XD

  • @jillroberge4088
    @jillroberge4088 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I'm an ER doc and I am so fascinated to see the differences and similarities in reptile medicine and human medicine!!

  • @naturelover9716
    @naturelover9716 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Vet tech here! Awesome demonstration! I love seeing online teaching of exotics handling as they have the least coverage in both tech and vet school.
    My one note is that you really should be switching the needle between each poke. While the needle may look sharp to us, microscopic images show that even a single poke with the needle dulls it and thus leads to a more painful injection. Also, each time you puncture a surface with a needle you introduce contaminants to it and thus increase the risk of causing an infection in the patient.
    The procedure that you performed should have been done with 3 needles: one for drawing the fluid into the syringe, one for the first poke on his side, and one for the second poke on his other side. I know it seems wasteful but numerous studies have shown that it really does make a difference for patient comfort and sterility.

  • @NicoleSavannah
    @NicoleSavannah ปีที่แล้ว +206

    Hey just a recommendation for ensuring your needle is as sharp as possible: use a different needle when filling the syringe. It also helps keep the needle as sterile as possible. It also makes it more comfortable because it won’t be as dull💙

    • @stacymccallum1445
      @stacymccallum1445 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Very much agreed

    • @ninetailskwami
      @ninetailskwami ปีที่แล้ว +10

      yep. i use a bigger sized needle to pull medication and itty bitty sized needles for injection!

    • @buggibii
      @buggibii ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Agreed! I _take_ injections quite often, and the (albeit human) needle kits I use include both a chunkier filling needle, and a finer injection needle for these exact purposes! I don't know if animal needles come that way, as well, but you've made an excellent point, yes!! ❤️

    • @mickaelb.farlay2514
      @mickaelb.farlay2514 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Isn't it also recommended to use the syringes only once ? (Not counting the filling part) **Edit : I meant needle, my bad**

    • @balicard342
      @balicard342 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@mickaelb.farlay2514 while they weren't very clear about it they do only use a syringe once but they remove the needle from the syringe to safe space in the sharps bin but the syringe is still thrown away

  • @pokEmily
    @pokEmily ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Hey all. Vet tech here just a helpful message if you’re unsure of if you’re unsure of where the end of your needle is and you want to make sure you’re under the skin pull back on the needle. If you get blood you’re probably in the muscle if you get air you might have got through. Under the skin should give you negative pressure

  • @Orthophobia
    @Orthophobia ปีที่แล้ว +193

    Quick recommendations!
    I have been taught never to fill a syringe more than 3/4 full. That way, it's easier to push the plunger. Also, before making a SC injection, you want to pull the plunger a bit to make sure you didn't stab the needle in a blood vessel (blood will show up at the base of the syringe) or in any organs (e.g., you would see poop when pulling the plunger if the needle were in the intestines). The same is true for an IV injection; you want to pull on the plunger first to make sure the needle is in a vein.
    The trick of pulling the needle back a little bit while injecting is also great for another reason: sometimes, the skin that was poked can stick to and clog the needle's hole and prevent the liquid from coming out! It has happened to me in the past and the pressure build up usually separates the needle from the syringe (then you have to start all over again)!
    Hope this helps!

    • @nursingandoutdoors
      @nursingandoutdoors ปีที่แล้ว +16

      As a human nurse, aspirating the syringe is something I was taught not to do anymore, and was mostly related to IM anyway, as it didnt have sufficient benefit, happy to be wrong though, I dont know anything about reptile nursing.

    • @Orthophobia
      @Orthophobia ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@nursingandoutdoors I was taught this a little over 10 years ago, primarily on birds and small mammals. Maybe the methods have changed since then, but I feel like it's a good practice for beginners to make sure you're injecting at the right spot.

    • @beitermf
      @beitermf ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I'm also a human nurse and aspirating for subq injections is definitely not standard practice. Aspirating for IM injections is still sometimes done, as I was taught. Filling a syringe all the way is definitely no big deal for human nursing. We fill syringes completely all the time and most pre-filled saline syringes are completely full. The ease with which a plunger moves has more to do with the diameter of the syringe than with how full the syringe is. That said, my patients are much bigger than a bearded dragon, so I certainly can't say all practice will translate! 😅

    • @kh628
      @kh628 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@nursingandoutdoors from a pet owner perspective having watched vets administer vax and sedatives by injection, it can also depend on circumstances. Some animals will let you dither around for a few seconds, but some (mine) really struggle and fight once they feel the needle so you might need to skip aspirating just so you don't lose your shot entirely. Especially if they're large enough to be difficult to restrain!

    • @dragonexotics3150
      @dragonexotics3150 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      As a vet student in the DVM program, they teach us to aspirate the needle prior to nearly all injections to be sure we are in the right spot and minimize accidents. When I gave my own antibiotic injections to my iguana I would aspirate as well. I just like to play it safe.

  • @bbh6212
    @bbh6212 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    As someone who is (eventually) going into the veterinary field in part because of inspiration from this channel, I thank you.

  • @Bear_the_shepherd
    @Bear_the_shepherd ปีที่แล้ว +106

    I've always found Emily's enthusiasm very fascinating and addictive. Her personality and love for what she does keeps me coming back time and time again to watch new videos and to rewatch old ones. Lots of love to everyone at snake discovery, I hope you've had a wonderful day. Take care x

    • @philippak7726
      @philippak7726 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I know right! It's one of the things I use when I try and sell her channel to my friends. My favourite go-to phrase is "she's a crazy cat lady, but with snakes!". the love and bright enthusiasm for every part of her hobby is just so incredible

  • @Choosepostivity
    @Choosepostivity ปีที่แล้ว +70

    How does Emily always make her videos so entertaining and interesting. I do not have and probably will never have a bearded dragon nor am I in the veterinary field butttt this is fascinating!

    • @ThePhoenixUnderwater
      @ThePhoenixUnderwater ปีที่แล้ว

      She's got a true talent, that's for sure!!

    • @StonedtotheBones13
      @StonedtotheBones13 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And without yelling! Idk why it's a thing to shout the material as fast as you can at the camera, but I'm glad it's not here

  • @raerae304
    @raerae304 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    As a person who is terrified of needles, I almost fainted a few times before getting shots, watching this video was both informative and it made me feel a little better about it. Even watching shows with needles would make me squirm, so thank you for making this video.

    • @amaikurusu188
      @amaikurusu188 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same, I have a phobia of needles as well- so we're not alone in watchin this

  • @Mrs.Buttercup_
    @Mrs.Buttercup_ ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I love the reptile soak. I started using it on my beardie when I first got him. Took the recommendation from one of your previous videos. His tail bone was sticking out and his shed was cutting circulation off to his tail. Soaking him made him way better. He didn't like bath time at first. It's grown on him. He swims around, drinks drops from my fingers/a dropper and is over all looking a lot better.

  • @MCrvngraddip2013
    @MCrvngraddip2013 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I learn so much from you guys. I'm a registered veterinary nurse in the UK and I find reptiles incredible. It would be great to show how to administer oral antibiotics to snakes as I believe this can be a little tricky.

  • @JenesisDark
    @JenesisDark ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Electrolytes: It's what the body craves"
    You guys are the best :D

    • @racerx29b
      @racerx29b ปีที่แล้ว

      I was hoping I wasn't the only one who caught that. 😂

  • @kaylawolf8928
    @kaylawolf8928 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    We did fluids at home often for our foster cats, it's definitely a very similar process. For cats we used an IV bag because there's so much more fluid, and generally we'd use their scruff since it's very easy to get the 'tent' of skin from there. Otherwise, pretty much the exact same process!

  • @emilywilliams8594
    @emilywilliams8594 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I️ used this video in my high school chemistry class during the medical chemistry section- you posted this the day before I️ was doing a review on types on injections, drug dosage, and antibiotics! Shamelessly out here plugging your channel to my students ❤️

  • @cadenlikespigs
    @cadenlikespigs ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So nice that I can come home from school and watch a Snake Discovery video.

  • @kevinopp1
    @kevinopp1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi folks, nice job on your video. I am a (now-retired) veterinarian who did housecalls exclusively for herptiles the past 10 years and saw them in-hospital as much as possible in the years prior to that. As such, I taught countless clients how to give various injections of medications and fluids at home and it was always a ton of fun and rewarding to see a nervous first-timer quickly become a pro. I would usually have them practice with a small amount of saline while I was present.
    The one tip that I would suggest reinforcing (you did mention it briefly)-since punctured scales do not seal up nearly as quickly as mammalian skin and often times we were using minuscule amounts of liquids for the injection (less than 0.1mls was common), obviously any leakage from the injection site could be an issue. Therefore I stressed very hard that the client needed to twirl the syringe in a single direction as it was being removed which causes a plug of the subcutaneous tissue to help block the hole so the medication would not leak out. Additionally placing pressure on the injection site for 10-15 seconds or so also helps against leakage.
    Granted, not a huge deal when giving a large bolus of SQ fluids to a large python or crocodilian (although I still always twirled), but could be a very big deal when giving a 0.03ml IM injection into the bicep of a leopard gecko. Those are tiny amounts of fluid and what may look like just a little drop that leaked out might have been the entire dose in some cases. I know it seem like a lot of steps to remember but if all of my wonderful 80-something year old Floridian clients can do it, anyone can! Twirl twirl twirl!!!

  • @byrn
    @byrn ปีที่แล้ว +4

    6:01 Try drawing the plunger back to the required mL before inserting it in the sterile vial. Inject the volume of air and when you draw again the fluid volume should be very near the required amount. This will prevent the vacuum lock that makes it hard to get those last doses out, and prevents collapse of some types of containers.

  • @shawnaoverby111
    @shawnaoverby111 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would recommend for newbies and trainees to draw back on the plunger before depressing them plunger! Some people can pierce through both layers of skin on accident (more common with mammals) or accidentally puncture a blood vessel (vein artery etc). Everything looked awesome!

  • @KaylaChan90
    @KaylaChan90 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Perfect time for something like this! I've been binge watching vids about beardies because my dad has suddenly decided he wants to look into getting one after local pet store got a few in (naturally that means I'm on research duty lol), and we want to be fully prepared before we decide if we want to go forward with it.

  • @mizzstrawberry_
    @mizzstrawberry_ ปีที่แล้ว +5

    FIRST FINALLY💚💚💚Good afternoon 🐍nake Discovery family hope everyone is doing well!!! Emily, Ed, crew and animals I hope y’all are all having a great day!!!

  • @eriathwen1320
    @eriathwen1320 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    My African fat tailed gecko has a vet appointment tomorrow so this was really helpful in case she ends up needing injections! I already do injections for some of my guinea pigs but they have a lot more skin to tent than a reptile 😅

  • @cortneyp.1564
    @cortneyp.1564 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You did great Emily I loved your explanation. I am a vet tech and your channel helped me so much throughout my schooling since you use a good bit of proper terminology. I love you and your videos so much! Only little thing I recommend differently is once you insert the needle pull back on the syringe to be sure you didn't hit any blood vessels. The plunger should pull back to the same position(amount) and no fluids or blood should enter the syringe. This way you are sure you are in the correct area. Oh also the skin tenting is called the turgor test and can be used on most animals and even humans. Again love your videos so much! 🥰

  • @weathermage301clapp2
    @weathermage301clapp2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    While you told us about sharps containers it would be great if you gave us ideas about were/how you depose of the sharps containers. I work in a clinic and find people always asking if they can give them to us for deposal.

  • @Zeldur
    @Zeldur ปีที่แล้ว +4

    5:40 Gauges are used outside of needles as well, like wire and sink thicknesses. The way I remember how, and how gauges were originally measured, is the gauge is how many times a wire can be wrapped around itself in a single layer within a 1" tube, like a swirl. The more wraps, the higher the number, the thinner the wire. I have NO idea why they measure it like this. Personally, knowing how it's measured helps remember which number is thicker

    • @leekestner1554
      @leekestner1554 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And strangely gauge is also used to measure the caliber of shotguns.

    • @Zeldur
      @Zeldur ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@leekestner1554 Oh yeah, bullets, I think all metals?, piercings..... maybe some other things I'm not thinking of

  • @britavery2504
    @britavery2504 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The timing of this video is insane. I just came home today with antibiotics and pain meds for one of my beardies that needed surgery. Will be referring back to this video for the next week :) Thanks!!!

  • @LaRosaHjort
    @LaRosaHjort ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Previous Bearded Dragon owner here: Bearded Dragons actually get some of their water intake from rain, which is why it's recommended that you mist your dragon. When you mist bearded dragons, they'll drink the water running down their heads and lick the glass and plants that accumulated water throughout the day.

  • @AEHelephant
    @AEHelephant ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The needle gauge is the same as gauging out your ears! I went from a 22gauge to a 0gauge, where I could touch my pinky to my thumb thru my earlobe. They have since gone back to a normal, non-stretched size. :)

    • @nixand_brennt
      @nixand_brennt ปีที่แล้ว

      I was gonna say this! Same story with the gauge of wires you buy for any purpose as far as I know (electrical wiring, wire for jewelry making...) so it's just a good general thing to know!

  • @Chuzzles-dz9wd
    @Chuzzles-dz9wd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching the filling the syringe process reminds me of a few months ago when I had to compete in Vet Science at Nationals for FFA! This is exactly how we had to talk and describe each step of the process at the competition

  • @coolperson9470
    @coolperson9470 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i got 2 jabs yesterday, one in each arm and it hurt. this video taught me nothing but i still enjoyed!

  • @some-fander1001
    @some-fander1001 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    These tutorial videos are always do helpful for hopeful future reptile owners. Thank you💖💗❤️💕

  • @meganwalker7750
    @meganwalker7750 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love these kinds of videos!! I have a diabetic dog and recently had to give my rabbit antibiotic injections for an infection, thankfully none of my reptiles have needed any injections yet 🤞

  • @loriw2661
    @loriw2661 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This brought me back to my Vet Tech days😊 Thank you! When withdrawing the meds, let’s say 5 mls, add 5 mls of air to the bottle before withdrawing the liquid. Helps keep the pressure even.

  • @StonedtotheBones13
    @StonedtotheBones13 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bruce and Vienna did so well! Such good bbs

  • @yeseniafernandezacosta8915
    @yeseniafernandezacosta8915 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel like that snake discovery should get 1100000000000000000000M subs since they are saving and rescuing animals

  • @normalhuman9878
    @normalhuman9878 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m currently training as an EMT and just learned how to do human injections last week.
    Pro tip from my instructor: use a dull filter needle when filling the syringe. It will filter out parts of the stopper that may get stuck in the needle when you stick it through, it’s dull so there’s less of a risk of stabbing yourself (very important in the back of a moving ambulance), and since the filter needle does not touch the patient, you can reuse it to draw up the same medication because it’s not picking up those contaminants.

  • @antjaysocial
    @antjaysocial ปีที่แล้ว

    Vet tech student here (aus though) super cool of you to lend your knowledge and experience to those making a profession out of it! I myself plan to specialise in exotics and hopefully become a full fledged exotics vet, i knew all of this info already but i love how you mentioned you are actively teaching vets and techs because of your experience. Amazing

  • @yzettasmith4194
    @yzettasmith4194 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It has been a long time since I was a vet tech, but I still loved learning this.

  • @sashajaypalan436
    @sashajaypalan436 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    U guys are so inspirational and the reason why I started liking reptiles ❤❤❤❤

  • @adrianparker7554
    @adrianparker7554 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been watching y'all for about 5years and I've learned a LOT from y'all thx😁❤❤

  • @slateportraichu5416
    @slateportraichu5416 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love this community - not only informative videos from Emily but also nice tips and tricks in the comments=)

  • @brooklynsadventures6014
    @brooklynsadventures6014 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm sick today and you guys are one of the only channels that can make me laugh❤❤

  • @AEHelephant
    @AEHelephant ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the casual Idiocracy reference. I use that reference all the time myself. ❤️😂🤗

  • @franciscorosa1498
    @franciscorosa1498 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had to give injections to a few box turtles and that was fun, we put a foam square in the head area and then gave injections near thier arms

  • @Queen_of_chaos
    @Queen_of_chaos ปีที่แล้ว +3

    An amazing education video starring Emily & Ed! ❤😊

  • @lasaventurasdeanapaola9283
    @lasaventurasdeanapaola9283 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just love how Emily and Ed have a lot of reptiles

  • @LinkaBellGAME
    @LinkaBellGAME ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's actually cool you guys teach vet staff on this! Love it! :D

  • @sunshineyellow707
    @sunshineyellow707 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was such a good explanation. I give my cat insulin injections twice a day and it's the same concept! Very cool to see it done on another animal - granted the insulin need is MUCH smaller thankfully (31g).

  • @PghFlip
    @PghFlip ปีที่แล้ว

    If you code the injection location to the day, you don't have to remember (or if someone else is doing it they don't have to look up) where the last injection was.
    eg: Mon: right Bicep (rb) , Tue: lb, Wed:rt , thurs:lt, fri: rb Sat: lb Sun:lt

  • @purpleplant8881
    @purpleplant8881 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do I have a Lizard, No. Did I still watch this video three times and take mental notes, Yes…

  • @LukeMcGuireoides
    @LukeMcGuireoides ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, what a beautiful blue tongue

  • @leenleen1414
    @leenleen1414 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Had to give my crested gecko some shots a few months ago. She and me both hated it. Great information! Thank you!

  • @jimadiah
    @jimadiah ปีที่แล้ว

    Fascinating. I work with livestock and have administered many vaccines and medications. It's more similar than I realized with reptiles.

  • @lollysnek8974
    @lollysnek8974 ปีที่แล้ว

    My BD happily eats cilantro, it’s his favorite, so to keep him hydrated I wash his greens and only lightly dry them before they are placed in his bowl. He doesn’t seem to care and still eats his fill. 😊

  • @hannajade44
    @hannajade44 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg that quick Idiocracy reference at the beginning has me ☠️ 😂

  • @anthonyfury
    @anthonyfury ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been watching you since no even 1 mil I stopped and just found you again

  • @cloudedfreedom6286
    @cloudedfreedom6286 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When she said for lizards it’s the legs and snakes the upper half of the body I was like “why isn’t it the legs for snakes, too??”
    …took me a minute there

  • @10thegoatbooth.ilovejesus
    @10thegoatbooth.ilovejesus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm gonna show yalls channel to my cousin who has and loves reptiles!
    Can't wait to meet ya!!!
    And Im planning on being a vet when I'm older.

  • @Maydenne
    @Maydenne ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this! I've been trying to get a job at an exotic vet to get into tech and my girl's getting daily subcu for high uric acid. So helpful. Hope to visit your facility some day!

  • @Jenisis_Jo32
    @Jenisis_Jo32 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always learn something from watching you guys

  • @raymondsanders8691
    @raymondsanders8691 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brondo, what the body craves. Loved the reference, even if unintended.

  • @epicwolf3
    @epicwolf3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have used so many of your videos to learn care for my own reptiles. Love these videos!

  • @therenaissancelass
    @therenaissancelass ปีที่แล้ว

    The skin pinching test is more commonly called skin tenting or skin turgor for those of you that want to impress your doctor, nurse or vet, vet tech (I'm a CVT, certified veterinary technician)

  • @annielalla
    @annielalla ปีที่แล้ว

    That beardie was NOT having it! 😂

  • @17andtravelling
    @17andtravelling ปีที่แล้ว

    It's interesting to see the slight differences between animals. I'm a pet sitter and last year I had to give 2 insulin injections to a cat each day, and this was my first time doing anything remotely like that. It was easier than I thought it would be, because thankfully at that point the cat had learnt the correlation between missing an injection and feeling sick (the advice is to skip the jab if half goes in and the needle gets bent or anything as too little is safer than too much). Much like with the bearded dragon, I had to pinch at the back of the neck and put it just under the skin, and in 2 weeks, I only missed one of the jabs which I was fairly proud of

  • @ZeFroz3n0ne907
    @ZeFroz3n0ne907 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Ed & Emily!! I don't have any reptiles, yet! I do want a few, as does my son. Been a big fan of yours for a few years now and I have learned SOO much about reptiles, Thank you for all you do! ❤
    - Much ❤ from Dave & son in Alaska!

  • @kristinmontague9084
    @kristinmontague9084 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never comment on here, but I would absolutely adopt Vienna...yes, absolutely would LOVE to have her in our family. Awesome VID, thx

  • @robloxrules7701
    @robloxrules7701 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi I wanted to know if you could tell me a species of snakes that stay small it is easy To take carer for beginners i’ve never had a snake before I live in the UK and the house is a really small oh so you inspire me before I watch your videos I would always ask people about facts about snakes I would always be confused about why some snakes big in my something so small I’m 11 out of them watching your videos for about four years or something like that but no I’m always telling my mum and dad and friends facts about reptiles they think I’m so smart but then I say well I watch snake discovery which is about reptiles you make me so happy thank you for creating this channel😊

  • @mollycontent
    @mollycontent ปีที่แล้ว

    When I had a bearded dragon I would always mix just a little iceberg lettuce in with her other greens and other types of food just to make sure she got extra water since she literally never drank, hated baths, and if I missed it her cage it would raise the humidity too much since it was a PVC enclosure. Like you said that is the only thing you should be giving them iceberg lettuce for is to hydrate them and it should never be their only source of greens but a little in there other greens for some added hydration is fine
    I also had a rescue baby that was severely dehydrated and was covered in stuck shed, so I would give him baths with shedding aid and some Pedialyte in the water, unflavored of course

  • @thetruegge5239
    @thetruegge5239 ปีที่แล้ว

    as someone who works frequently with needles for non-medical purposes, some states actually do require you to dispose of syringes in sharps containers as well!

  • @dreyhawk
    @dreyhawk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish I was in a position to adopt! Both of those are amazing!

  • @serenityprojects7364
    @serenityprojects7364 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are so awesome. I watch every single one of your videos of course you live so much further away from me than most of the people to come and see you, because I live in Kelso Washington, which is right past Portland and Vancouver going north. So I just wanted to comment here. Hopefully this comment helps with the amount of comments that you have. I don’t have the money to help you or I would donate. I would definitely give you some money so I’m just trying to help in anyway that I can I love you guys. You guys are amazing and thank you for everything that you do.

  • @prairiepanda
    @prairiepanda ปีที่แล้ว

    I've done subcutaneous fluid injections for cats before; they have sooooo much loose skin you can put crazy amounts of fluid in there! The fluid bubble might be nearly as big as the cat's head before it inevitably falls down into the armpits.
    EDIT: I'd also add that in Canada you can dispose of the needles for free by just dropping them off at any pharmacy. They will also accept them in other hard-sided plastic containers, but many are able to lend you a sharps container if you're doing it regularly.

  • @laurafrith7900
    @laurafrith7900 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had to give injections to my Shingleback and it was very interesting because of how large their scales are. Instead of her arm, I was told to insert the under the scale on her back by my Veterinarian.

  • @petsgalour
    @petsgalour ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative. Thanks for making this video.

  • @ABCHerping82
    @ABCHerping82 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! I don't see myself needing to use this anytime soon, but I still find it helpful!

  • @kimmy2028
    @kimmy2028 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw that sneaky picture at 1:26 for a split second, had to pause it just right but LOL! Good informational video guys!

  • @sarahclapp505
    @sarahclapp505 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that in the breeding downtime we get to learn about lizards snakes❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @lily_white
    @lily_white ปีที่แล้ว

    the bigger the number the smaller the needle and thread is true for sewing too, and yes thread has a number for thickness.

  • @deniseemond9263
    @deniseemond9263 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such an informative video. Thank you.

  • @holemajora598
    @holemajora598 ปีที่แล้ว

    @1:26 … did you just..
    such a good movie 😂

  • @sorenscreams
    @sorenscreams ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do I need this knowledge? No, probably not. Was I focused completely on everything as if I was studying for a test? Yes

  • @yfllll
    @yfllll ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting video. I just started having to give my cat fluids every other day. Similar but on a larger scale

  • @andreapowell5517
    @andreapowell5517 ปีที่แล้ว

    Snake Discovery rocks! You guys have saved so many creatures 😊

  • @TyeDyedIguana
    @TyeDyedIguana ปีที่แล้ว

    Our animal care team has been getting quite good at giving medications and injections over the last few years. It does get a little tricky with some of the bigger animals, our tegu has bent needles before!

  • @HerHorrorHighness
    @HerHorrorHighness ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE the Idiocracy reference 🤣🤣🤣

  • @bobertforher
    @bobertforher ปีที่แล้ว

    I am a nurse and NICU is my specialty so smallest of humans.
    1. Inserting the bevel up is less painful and easier to insert. I could not tell which way it was done in this video.
    2. When pulling out of the saline bottle please wipe with alcohol first. Also, using the same needle for pulling them insertion will dull the needle slightly.
    3. Why do you not rub the area with alcohol prior to injecting to help prevent introducing bacteria into the subcutaneous tissues.
    4. Please make sure there is a stabilizing agent in the large sodium chloride bottle. If not it is intending for one time use and needs to be discarded after the one use. If it is for more than one use date it for when it is opened and discard after the manufactures recommendation that the solution is stable.
    5. If it is a multi use vial it is vital to cleanse with alcohol prior to removing solution as to not introduce bacteria that could have accumulated on the stopper.
    I hope these suggestions are helpful. Giving injections to tiny humans or reptiles can be scary so just be careful and you will master it soon. 😊

  • @VegasGoldenGeckos
    @VegasGoldenGeckos ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your channel! Emily has so much knowledge to share.

  • @emiliainflame
    @emiliainflame ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This has nothing to do with this video itself, I just wanted to say how often I re-watch your videos. I've seen all of them at least twice and I still enjoy them every time I watch them. :)

  • @danielle2451
    @danielle2451 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was such a great and informative video

  • @polychromy_romy
    @polychromy_romy ปีที่แล้ว

    Neat, I've never see this on such a small baby! Very interesting how it becomes a blob under the skin. I did this for my cat for a few weeks.

  • @StewbertDewbert
    @StewbertDewbert ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi from England I have always wanted a ball python so thanks for reinforcing that! You guys absolutely rock you're so lovely xxx
    Ps Stewart the rabbit says a big fat no to iceberg lettuce xx
    Much love all the way from lil ol England xxx

    • @thomasmaybury9907
      @thomasmaybury9907 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stewart is 100% right to say no to iceberg. Absolutely no good for rabbits. Not just because it's mostly water but it has little no nutritional value and contains lactucarium. Dark leafy lettuce such as romaine is better 😀

    • @zoehall3409
      @zoehall3409 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The ps on your comment made me so happy. It’s nice to see another bunny parent that doesn’t feed lettuce 😁😁😁

    • @thomasmaybury9907
      @thomasmaybury9907 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Zoe Hall some lettuce such as romaine is perfectly fine (and safe) for rabbits. I personally only feed mine one leaf a day each. The majority of my rabbits greens is herbs such as basil, parsley, coriander and mint.

    • @zoehall3409
      @zoehall3409 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thomasmaybury9907 I know they can be but there still high in unnecessary sugars. My 2 get a bowl of herbs between them in the morning and pellets in the evening

    • @thomasmaybury9907
      @thomasmaybury9907 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Zoe Hall mines mainly herbs but I do give one leaf of lettuce and other greens but other greens are in moderation. I forage for food too which offers a nice change for them. I do the same with you at night though. Just a small amount of nuggets and obviously 24/7 hay 😀

  • @fa1ryblood
    @fa1ryblood ปีที่แล้ว

    i dont know why i find your videos so entertaining as i own a guinea pig and no reptiles, maybe one day!!

  • @elduderino1287
    @elduderino1287 ปีที่แล้ว

    1:26 even at 0.25x speed it was still blink and you miss it but loved the idocracy Brawndo reference!

  • @dragonstarhorseygirl
    @dragonstarhorseygirl ปีที่แล้ว

    Ngl a snake version of this and any tips would be amazing. I've never been able to do injunctions on my snakes and have had to take them to a vet to do it each time

  • @sincerelyyouradelina
    @sincerelyyouradelina ปีที่แล้ว

    ahh i love how early i am!!💕💕 i love your channel, you and ed helped me get over my fear of reptiles and see the greatness in them, thank you❤️

  • @Cool_Story_Bruh
    @Cool_Story_Bruh ปีที่แล้ว

    1:27 lol Idiocracy, thank you to the editor for sneaking in that single frame

  • @Br3ttM
    @Br3ttM ปีที่แล้ว

    "Gauge" having bigger numbers for smaller sizes isn't just needles, it's also like that for wiring and some other manufactured cables and sheets, and for shotguns' barrel diameter, and probably some other fields.