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I can answer questions about the best types of lighting and heating sources. I also am very knowledgeable of metabolic bone disease, foods of which to comprise a balanced diet, growth rates, personality and decoding of iguana body language. I cannot provide any medical diagnoses, but can instruct you on the best home care in addition to a veterinarian's instructions. I can recommend when to seek professional medical advice.
President and founder of Louisiana's only nonprofit iguana rescue mission and sanctuary called Raptor Rescue Iguana Sanctuary. I am an iguana owner of over 5 years and specialize in the rehabilitation and rehoming of pet iguanas. I currently have 10 iguanas in my home all of which receive medical attention when needed, fresh food diets, freedom to roam, top quality sun-simulating lamps and playtime with other iggys. See my website at www.RaptorRescue.org for more info.
Organizations
Networked with PETA, Resource for Iguana Care and Adoption, and Petsavers
Publications
My "iguana bill" is being introduced to the Louisiana State Senate and aims to mandate that retail pet stores be required to distribute veterinarian-approved informational literature with the sale of any exotic animal. See the article:
http://www.nola.com/politics/index.ssf/2010/03/north_lousiana_lawmaker_wants.html
I am currently in works with ZooMed, a popular reptile supplies manufacturer, to revise their advertising on their popular reptile basking bulbs to alert customers that their bulb does not emit UVA and needs to be used in conjunction with a UVB source.
Education/Credentials
No formal education in herpetology or veterinary medicine, all knowledgeability on this subject has been gained through personal research and years of hands-on experience with this animal.
Awards and Honors
Nothing formal as of yet.
Past/Present Clients
15 rescued iguanas since May...Currently, I house 10 iguanas in my home by the names of Trogdor, Isador, Miss Jacky, Pete, Balthor, Mr. Pop, Twizzle, Spunky, Peatree and Medina.

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