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Injured African dwarf frog not eating: How to find a vet and help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Amphibian | Unknown - Amphibian | Male | unneutered

Hello. I’m still thinking my African dwarf frogs back left foot may be broken or injured. I’ve been calling all day and can’t find any vets that will see him. I feel bad because I want to do everything I can to help him since I took on that responsibility when I got him. He hasn’t eaten for 2 days so I moved him to a small container so he doesn’t have to move as much until I can find a vet. Is there anything else I can do and how do I get him to eat? I’ve tried sinking pellets,flakes,bloodworms.

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Answered By Stacey Anstaett, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 3rd, 2018

Ok, I just tried my own link from the answer I just left you and it is not working. Google arav.org which stands for Association of Amphibian and Reptile Veterinarians. There is a link for "owners" along the top, with a drop down menu for "find a vet." Googling the website should work. I don't know why our links aren't working. Thanks again for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

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    Check the temperature and water chemistry in the smaller container. Low temps or elevated ammonia or nitrite levels can affect appetite. Perform frequent partial water changes to maintain quality and add a small heater if necessary. You can try offering live food (blood worms, black worms or micro worms). The wiggling may stimulate the appetite. You can use the link below to locate a veterinarian who can see your frog. https://arav.site-ym.com/search/custom.asp?id=3661

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    Answered By Stacey Anstaett, DVM

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    Try this link, https://arav.org/for-owners/ Scroll down to the very bottom, and it has a link to "find a vet." Or, along the top there's a drop down menu under "for owners" that says "find a vet." Thanks for asking PetCoach!

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