What should I do if my tortoise has a wound?
Keeping them warm, and away from all sound and stimuli that could cause unnecessary distress is imperative in the interim before you can get to an emergency vet. Applying pressure to wounds that are heavily bleeding to prevent loss of blood is also essential before you’re able to get veterinary help.
Is it normal for a tortoise’s shell to be worn out?
Make sure their behaviour is normal, and that they continue to eat and drink as per normal. Everyday wear and tear on a tortoise’s shell, both on the upper (carapace) and lower (plastron) is relatively common. It stands to reason that these hard structures will exhibit signs of wear over time.
Can a tortoise survive with a missing limb?
Clearly then a tortoise can survive quite happily with a missing limb with a bit of resourcefulness and ingenuity on the part of the owner and vet!
What does woody vegetation do to a tortoise?
Woody vegetation obstructs tortoise movement and shades the ground, reducing opportunities for tortoises to feed and thermoregulate. Tortoises consume grasses and forbs, disperse seeds, and disrupt soils and serve to maintain a healthy ecosystem balance.
Can a tortoise be used as a RTM?
The RTM is fully adjustable for all scales and brands of turnouts. Mounting bracket and mechanism utilize the TORTOISE™ (not included) and a special drive wire cable assembly to remotely actuate any crossing gate, train order board or upper/lower quadrant semaphore signal having a vertical control wire extending below the layout.
How does a tortoise attach to a turnout?
This thin wire attaches to a compact actuator mechanism and is mounted beneath the turnout. It includes a spring wire and brass tube to transmit the motion to the points above. The mounting bracket (with Tortoise™) may be secured in any position and up to 18” away from the turnout points—even above the layout inside…
Is there a place to sell a tortoise?
Lastly Allturtles.com does not sell any tortoises. These tortoises will be sold from our prefered partners listed below. If you are looking for tortoise care sheets, be sure to check out our tortoise species page.
What should I do if my tortoise has a respiratory infection?
Treating tortoise respiratory infections at home can be done by making sure their enclosure temperature is around 85 degrees Fahrenheit while keeping their basking area between 93-95 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s important to keep their nose and mouth clean as well.
