Caring for box turtles includes more than just feeding them and keeping them warm. They have unique needs that can puzzle an inexperienced keeper. But don’t worry; this comprehensive guide has every bit of information you need to help your little buddy thrive. We’ll cover everything from understanding the behavior of box turtles to the […]
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Setting up a turtle tank is no walk in the park. But with the right guidance, you can be sure your pet turtle will have a crib to brag about. It’s about making sure everything is in its right place. No hiccups, no shortcuts, just a cozy turtle haven. Now, don’t go running off just
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Officially known as Stigmochelys pardalis, this chunky fellow is one of Earth’s largest kinds of tortoises. Naturally, it dons a spiffy, eye-catching shell with a pattern that reminds you of a leopard! Resilient is the name of the game for these slow-paced guys. They hail from the land of the sun, Sub-Saharan Africa, where they’ve
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Tortoises are excellent pets and it’s only right to feel a little concern if you find your tortoise might not be in perfect health, but is it a natural process when a tortoise’s shell peels or is something more sinister going on? “My tortoise shell is peeling” – Should I be worried? A tortoise regularly
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The safest kinds of pest control around pet tortoises are organic methods such as worms, bacteria, oil sprays, insecticidal soaps, pheromones and floating covers. Chemical pest control methods are dangerous to tortoises and other pets. They can get them sick, or worse, be fatal.
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The common reasons for your tortoise’s shell to go soft are vitamin deficiencies, metabolic bone disease, and shell rot. Some tortoise species, as well as very young tortoises, have naturally softer shells so it is not caused by any illness or disease.
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Tortoises need to soak twice a week or so to help them stay hydrated and clean. This keeps them strong and healthy, avoiding getting sick from dehydration or bacteria that can build up on their body. Tortoises also need to soak so that the shell and the skin do not crack from dryness.
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During hibernation inspect your tortoise for signs of illness, signs of urination (in which case she needs to be soaked to avoid dehydration), monitor the temperature and humidity in the hibernation space every day, and monitor the weight of the tortoise on a weekly basis.
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The common reasons a tortoise won’t open its eyes are vitamin A deficiencies, post-hibernation anorexia, third eyelid problems, trapped plant matter, infection of the eyelids, and an abscess. Some tortoises have a tendency to keep their eyes closed longer than normal so if your veterinarian rules out all issues, it’s nothing to worry about.
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Tortoises can freeze to death. A tortoise is a cold-blooded animal and in the wild, they tend to hibernate through winter to avoid extreme cold. However, if the temperature drops too low for too long, whether or not the tortoise is in hibernation, it can freeze to death.
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