Why does my turtle have swollen legs?
The swollen legs and poor shell condition may be due to poor husbandry (diet and environment). The stress of being in low temps can lead to illness or infection. A poor diet, especially one low in calcium, can lead to poor shell condition and MBD ( metabolic bone disease). This may account for the swollen legs.
Why does a turtle stick its legs out?
Another reason why your turtle is stretching out its legs is that it might simply be relaxing. If you are sure that your turtle has enough heat and UVB light, then this is the most probable reason.
What to do if your turtle is kicking its back legs?
A pregnant turtle will act very strange, she will stop eating, she will stop basking, she will try to kick things with its back legs, etc. If your turtle is pregnant there is nothing that you can do to make her stop acting strange. You just have to wait and take care of her like you usually do, even if she is not very cooperative.
Why does my turtle have a lump on the side of its head?
If you notice lumps, bumps or swelling under the skin of a turtle, it might be a sign of an abscess. These can occur pretty much anywhere on a turtle. Turtles are susceptible to middle ear infections which can result in an aural abscess that can be seen on the side of their heads.
How can you tell if a turtle has an infection?
These infections can result in several observable signs including: 1 Wheezing 2 Raspy breathing 3 Trouble breathing 4 Open mouth breathing
If you notice lumps, bumps or swelling under the skin of a turtle, it might be a sign of an abscess. These can occur pretty much anywhere on a turtle. Turtles are susceptible to middle ear infections which can result in an aural abscess that can be seen on the side of their heads.
What kind of problems does an aquatic turtle have?
Aquatic turtles, such as the red-eared slider, have several unique problems. Understanding these problems will allow you to better care for your pet and minimize future health care issues. Commonly called bladder stones, cystic calculi occur when minerals from the diet form crystals in the urine, which then stick together and form stones.
What makes a turtle’s skin come off in the water?
The skin of turtles periodically (and normally) sheds off in pieces. In the water, it appears as whitish, “fuzzy” stuff coming off the skin that people may mistaken for fungus or other disease.
What causes a turtle to have blood in its droppings?
This usually results from improper nutrition and/or dehydration. When a turtle has cystic calculi, there may be blood in its droppings. Your veterinarian will perform a physical examination, palpate the turtle’s abdomen, and take radiographs (X-rays) to diagnose the problem.
