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My green tree python has retained slugs. What's the best approach?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hi, i am an italian girl and excuse me for my bad english. I have a morelia viridis with a slug retention. What i do? What oxitocin i do? Thanks

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 11th, 2018

Try soaking her in warm water for an extended period of time (several hours). This may get her to pass the slugs. If she hasn't passed them in 24-48 hours, have her examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. Oxytocin may be given or surgery may be indicated.

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