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Old 01-06-13, 05:54 AM   #11
Zoo Nanny
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Re: Scared for my boa

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Originally Posted by dinosaurdammit View Post
The only thing I cannot figure out is if she is in pain. She has random muscle spasms that dont look comfortable at all. She tightens up, her jaw opens up and she kinda just vibrates for a second before she goes back to "normal". I have no clue if she feels discomfort so I am just playing it by ear so to speak. And I dont plan on trying to breed her ever again. The stress would be too much I am afraid
This description of her behavior sounds like possible seizure activity which can be brought on by the pyrethrin exposure.
Most animals that have seizures are unaware of them happening. Behavior after the seizure may include lethargy and unsteadiness.
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