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==Handling==

==Handling==

Lizards should be held with a light touch since they tend to struggle more violently the more firmly they are restrained. They should not be picked up by the limbs or the tail which can result in shed tails ([[Lizard Musculoskeletal System|autotomy]]) and disarticulated or broken limbs. Also, gecko skin tears very easily.

Lizards should be held with a light touch since they tend to struggle more violently the more firmly they are restrained. They should not be picked up by the limbs or the tail which can result in shed tails ([[Autotomy|autotomy]]) and disarticulated or broken limbs. Also, gecko skin tears very easily.

* Initially, it is best to capture them with a towel unless they are presented in a bag, in which case they can be restrained before being removed from the bag.  

* Initially, it is best to capture them with a towel unless they are presented in a bag, in which case they can be restrained before being removed from the bag.  

Note that [[Gila Monster|Gila monsters]] and [[Mexican Beaded Lizard|beaded lizards]] have poisonous bites!

Note that [[Gila Monster|Gila monsters]] and [[Mexican Beaded Lizard|beaded lizards]] have poisonous bites!

'''Also see''' [[Lizard Physical Examination|Lizard Physical Examination]].

'''For further information on the handling and examination of lizards, see''' [[Lizard Physical Examination|Lizard Physical Examination]].

==Chemical restraint==

==Chemical restraint==

Restraint can be induced by [[Lizard Injection|parenteral injection]] of a variety of sedatives. Ketamine is a commonly used dissociative. To facilitate intravenous induction, ketamine can be administered by [[Lizard Injection|intramuscular injection]] at 10mg/kg.

Restraint can be induced by [[Lizard Injection|parenteral injection]] of a variety of sedatives. Ketamine is a commonly used dissociative. To facilitate intravenous induction, ketamine can be administered by [[Lizard Injection|intramuscular injection]] at 10mg/kg.

==Non-chemical restraint - the oculovagal response ==

==Non-chemical restraint - the oculovagal response ==

When digital pressure is applied to the eyes of iguanids for a short period there is a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure which results in a state of torpor. Minor procedures such as radiography can then be performed. Noise or physical stimulation will arouse the iguana.

When digital pressure is applied to the [[Lizard Eye|eyes]] of [[Lizard Classification|iguanids]] for a short period there is a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure which results in a state of torpor. Minor procedures such as radiography can then be performed. Noise or physical stimulation will arouse the iguana.

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[http://www.cabi.org/cabdirect/FullTextPDF/2007/20073120079.pdf ''' Dealing with venomous herps...!''' Paré, J. A.; The North American Veterinary Conference, Gainesville, USA, Small animal and exotics. Proceedings of the North American Veterinary Conference, Volume 21, Orlando, Florida, USA, 2007, 2007, pp 1605-1607 - '''Full Text Article''']

 

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