How to safely remove stubborn vet tape from my baby bearded dragon?

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I can’t seem to get the tape that the vet put on my beardie off, I feel like it will hurt her if I pull too hard since she’s a baby and she starts freaking out when I try to take it off, I’ve had her soaking in a warm bath for about 10 minutes but it still isn’t budging(they taped it up because her leg was bum and they didn’t know if it was MBD or if it will heal on its own with the leg secured with tape) what can I do to take the tape off. Should I just keep her soaking for a while longer ? Pet's info: Reptile | Bearded Dragon

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

You can try using a bit of olive oil and a cotton swab to gently remove the tape. Additional soaking may help remove it as well. Remove the pieces you have unwrapped so she doesn't get tangled or hung up on anything. If you use scissors, be very careful to not cut her.

How to safely remove stubborn vet tape from my baby bearded dragon?

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