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Is dying?

Bearface

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So, this is my 3 to 5yr old CGK (Bear). Long story short is he has only been with me for a year and in much better hands than his past life. His history is he was severely neglected until me. He has always had the weird curl on 3R legs and pedipalp as a result of his "care" .
Over the past week he hasn't been himself and looks like he may be losing the hydraulics in all of his legs, abdomen looks shriveled/sunken/misshapen and he hasn't melted since I've had him.
Based on the pics and info I wanna know is he dying/molting or both since I don't know if he'd survive a molt? Any thoughts are appreciated.

BF
 

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Ratmosphere

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Looks like he may be mature and on his way out. I recommend filling that water dish, maybe it could give him a bit longer. It is very important for mature males to have access to fresh water.
 

Bearface

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Nope. Also is staying in the same place but is usually all over a 20g L aquarium at night. He's responsive/defensive to a slight brush of the leg.
 

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Ratmosphere

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Doesn’t look too good bro. If you have a dropper, flip him over and slowly drop water into his mouth parts.
 

Bearface

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I was able to flip him over(with a spatula since Im not yet ready to handle a T) and use a straw since I didn't have a dropper. As of a few minutes ago he's still alive but it doesn't look good.
 

Bearface

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I am but he just looks like he's just shriveling up and dying. I'd like to think Im making him as comfortable as can be.
On a lighter note: I bought a Pink Toed T @ petsmart today for $30 and got home and realized the employee gave me this; I think I got a good deal.
 

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