Got sold an extremely dehydrated T from a reputable dealer who I trusted.

[mygeniculataisnuts]

I get it they slip through the cracks (not that one from my collection has). Sometimes what seems like a really confident T can just be extremely lethargic. Only realised when I got it home and into its new enclosure. Really stubborn to move and when it finally moved it was so slow and laboured. Obviously I checked the basic signs the abdomen didn't seem shrivelled at all. I placed it with a water bowl and slightly over filled it (P. Auratus so I'm keeping the top most layer generally dry the layers underneath are moist though). I watched this poor soul move slowly over to its water bowl and drink the whole thing. pretty much... poor wee guy had been water deprived. Devoured 2 medium crickets and is now happily burrowing. Doubt ill see him for a wee while now till he recovers.

Honestly I'm posting this because I'm angry about the whole situation. How long did that little fella go without real water. At that from someone who I thought loved these 8 legged beauty's as much as I do.

Remember everything needs to drink and eat, just as much as you do.

 

[Charliemum]

Hopefully now little one has found the right person with the right care they will pull through n thrive . Good luck to u both.

 

[Tinyspiderzz]

Poor little thing! Glad to know it's in a good home now. Maybe contact the seller just to let them know? See how they respond to feedback?

 

[mygeniculataisnuts]

Poor little thing! Glad to know it's in a good home now. Maybe contact the seller just to let them know? See how they respond to feedback?

Probably what I'm going to do. The other 2 I got from her where perfect to be fair and others I've had in the past have all been beautiful specimens. Her care is usually on point and her knowledge is amazing generally. Maybe just a freak accident.

 

[viper69]

It looks fine

 

[Ultum4Spiderz]

I get it they slip through the cracks (not that one from my collection has). Sometimes what seems like a really confident T can just be extremely lethargic. Only realised when I got it home and into its new enclosure. Really stubborn to move and when it finally moved it was so slow and laboured. Obviously I checked the basic signs the abdomen didn't seem shrivelled at all. I placed it with a water bowl and slightly over filled it (P. Auratus so I'm keeping the top most layer generally dry the layers underneath are moist though). I watched this poor soul move slowly over to its water bowl and drink the whole thing. pretty much... poor wee guy had been water deprived. Devoured 2 medium crickets and is now happily burrowing. Doubt ill see him for a wee while now till he recovers.

Honestly I'm posting this because I'm angry about the whole situation. How long did that little fella go without real water. At that from someone who I thought loved these 8 legged beauty's as much as I do.

Remember everything needs to drink and eat, just as much as you do.


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It looks healthy. I’ve had plump Ts die of dehydration due to internal issues they aren’t always shriveled abdomens.

 

[jennywallace]

Glad it's with a good home now, hope it recovers well and lives a healthy life with you.

 

[mygeniculataisnuts]

It looks fine

This photo was taken after feeding and watering when it sort of sparked back to life. Honestly though there wasn’t much difference. I’ve dealt with stubborn Ts and stressed Ts. I know to leave them and give them time. This was different though. Unusual the way everything looked like a struggle. I always appreciate your input though viper I know you’ve been at this a while too and I’ve seen you help loads of people over the years.

It looks healthy. I’ve had plump Ts die of dehydration due to internal issues they aren’t always shriveled abdomens.

Honestly didn’t know that they didn’t always shrivel. Thought it was like a universal thing is why I was so confused at first.

 

[viper69]

This photo was taken after feeding and watering when it sort of sparked back to life. Honestly though there wasn’t much difference. I’ve dealt with stubborn Ts and stressed Ts. I know to leave them and give them time. This was different though. Unusual the way everything looked like a struggle. I always appreciate your input though viper I know you’ve been at this a while too and I’ve seen you help loads of people over the years.

I read your text before replying

It’s always frustrating in such situations.

I appreciate the very kind words- enjoy your new T