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Old 06-21-13, 03:20 AM   #16
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Re: Offical Shed!!!

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Originally Posted by brylecc1989 View Post
No need to feel stupid dude.(or chica?) lol We have all had first sheds at one point or another. Some of us yesterday, some of us 40 years ago. As far as causing stuck shed...I was under the impression that during the "blue" phase there is a thin layer of liquid between old skin and new, kind of like a lubricant for shedding. When handled, the old skin can kinda "stick or cling" to the new skin, causing some stuck spots. If I am misinformed, please let me know and I apologize.
To my knowledge you are correct. This plus the add it stress of handling can contribute to a poor shed.
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