Reptile History Form
A detailed history is essential to provide the most appropriate veterinary care for your animal. Please complete this form as accurately as possible. If there is anything you are unsure about you can discuss it in more depth with the veterinary staff during your appointment.
Client Name
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First Name
Last Name
Animal Details
Reptile Name or Identification
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Common or Scientific Species Name
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Date of Birth
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Age
Sex
Male
Female
Male Neutered
Female Spayed
Unknown
Origin
Captive Bred
Wild Caught Import
Unknown
How long have you had this animal?
Where did you obtain this animal?
Does your reptile have a reproductive history?
Yes
No
Please give details:
When did your reptile last shed?
How often has your reptile been shedding?
Do you have any other reptiles or pets?
Yes
No
Please explain:
Have you or your reptile had contact with other reptiles in the last 30 days?
Yes
No
Please give details:
When was the last reptile added to your collection?
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
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Reason for Visit
What is the primary complaint or what signs have you noticed? How long have these problems been present?
What health problems has your reptile had previously?
Has your reptile received any treatment in the last 30 days? Please provide details below (what was used, dosage, how often, duration), or type 'n/a' if not applicable.
Have you noticed any change in your reptiles behavior?
Yes
No
Please provide details:
Have any other animals or persons in the household had any illness in the last 30 days?
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Diet
How often do you feed your animal?
Please indicate what foods are eaten and in what amounts (by number, weight, or approx. volume):
Do you feed any wild animals to your animal?
Yes
No
If so, please provide details:
Do you use any nutritional supplements?
Yes
No
If yes, what, how much, and how often?:
How is water provided?
Tap Water
Bottled Water
Rain/River Water
How is water provided?
Bowl
Dripper System
Spray
How often?
How often is the water changed?
Do you use any water supplements?
Yes
No
Please give details:
Have you noticed any changes in feeding or drinking behavior?
Yes
No
Please explain:
Have you noticed any changes in droppings? (fecal material, urine and urates?)
Yes
No
Please explain:
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Cage Environment
What type of cage is used?
Arboreal (tall, climbing)
Terrestrial
Aquatic
Cage Size:
What is the cage made of?
Plastic/Fiberglass
Wooden
Metal
Glass
Other
What decor, furnishings, or substrate are present?
Is there additional ventilation (grills or mesh)?
Yes
No
Please give size/details:
Please list (if any) bathing facilities provided and give details: (if not applicable, type 'n/a')
How often is the cage cleaned?
What cleaning/disinfecting agents are used?
What heating equipment is used?
Ceramic/Infrared
Spot light/bulb
Heat Mat
Aquarium Water Heater
Other
Power:
Thermostat Control?
Yes
No
Size:
Location:
Under Cage
Inside Cage
Other heaters, please give details:
Are the heat sources screened from the animals?
Yes
No
Please provide details:
Can the animal(s) touch or access the heat source?
Yes
No
Please provide details:
Is additional lighting provided inside the cage?
Yes
No
What type of light is used?
Light bulb
Fluorescent strip light
What is the model and manufacturer?
When was the light last replaced?
Are the lights screened for the animal(s) or can they touch/access the lights? Please explain below:
How many hours of light are provided each day?
Is there ever access to direct sunlight (not through glass or plastic)?
Yes
No
If yes, how many hours per day or week?
Do you measure humidity in the cage?
Yes
No
What is the humidity level?
During the day, what is the hottest area's (basking area) temperature?
During the day, what is the coolest area's temperature?
During the nighttime, what is the hottest area's (basking area) temperature?
During the nighttime, what is the coolest area's temperature?
Are these temperatures measured using a thermometer?
Yes
No
Does anyone in the household smoke?
Yes
No
Do you use any aerosolized products?
Yes
No
Have there been changes in the reptile's environment in the last 3 months?
Yes
No
Please give details:
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