What are the signs of stress in a tortoise?
– Dry, flaky skin: Dehydration , stress . May be an early sign of other problems, like Improper Diet Cascade (IDC) as well. – Throat is pumping/puffing up: This is how a tortoise moves air past it scent organs to smell things.
What causes a tortoise to make a clicking noise?
– Clicking noise when opening or closing mouth: Possible injury, although some Red-foots ‘click’ sometimes normally. – Clear, foamy vomit: Often seen after antibiotics are used. May be a form of RI – Overgrown beak: Often diet (not enough fiber, wrong balance of vit. D and calcium) or general cares.
What kind of injury does a tortoise have?
– Shell injuries- cracks, punctures, etc.: Minor injuries can be handled at home, but larger injuries should be seen by a vet ASAP! – Shell is soft, overly flexible: Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD). Very soft shells may need a vet’s help.
How does MBD affect the body of a tortoise?
One of the major effects of MBD on a tortoise is weaker bones, which result in weak limbs. This usually manifests itself through limping, or if your tortoise is having a hard time lifting their shell off the ground. Normal, healthy tortoises should be able to lift their plastron easily to a good height and still be able to walk straight.
What are the symptoms of an injured tortoise?
– Whistling, noisy breathing: RI , partial obstruction . Mild noises may go away after a soak or washing. Some tortoises whistle normally and most whistle when they withdraw their heads quickly. – Does not open eyes, but not swollen: UVB overexposure, injury. – Swollen eyelids: Bacterial infection.
What to do if your tortoise has a runny nose?
A runny nose is cause for concern. Sand, dirt, or debris caked around the nostrils may be a sign of previous illness, too. A tortoise who is gasping or has bubbly discharge from its mouth or nose may be very ill. Get to the vet as soon as possible.
Why does my tortoise whistle all the time?
Mild noises may go away after a soak or washing. Some tortoises whistle normally and most whistle when they withdraw their heads quickly. – Does not open eyes, but not swollen: UVB overexposure, injury. – Swollen eyelids: Bacterial infection. See a vet. – Colors are fading: Common as animal ages. If happening rapidly, see a vet.
– Clicking noise when opening or closing mouth: Possible injury, although some Red-foots ‘click’ sometimes normally. – Clear, foamy vomit: Often seen after antibiotics are used. May be a form of RI – Overgrown beak: Often diet (not enough fiber, wrong balance of vit. D and calcium) or general cares.
