Why is my red eared slider crying?

Turtles cry a lot …but not because they’re upset. Instead, turtles have glands that help them remove excess salt from their eyes. It might look like a turtle is crying, but really it’s just taking care of itself!

How do you treat a sick red eared slider turtle?

Treatment for true infections involves antibiotics given orally or as injections, and possibly nose drops. Sick turtles require intensive care, including fluid therapy and force feeding, in the hospital. Abscesses are treated surgically; the abscess is opened and flushed with a medicated solution.

What can my red eared slider eat?

Diet

• red-eared sliders need a pelleted commercial diet.
• Commercial turtle treats and freeze-dried krill may be given as treats.
• Non-toxic aquatic plants (anachris, water lettuce), dark leafy vegetables and sliced vegetables such as squash and carrots.
• Comet goldfish, earthworms and insects may be offered as treats.

  Can red eared sliders eat hot dogs?

  False. Turtles are carnivores that must eat live food like snails, fish and worms. You can also feed them prepared turtle food from a pet store. They should not be fed hot dogs, raw hamburger and cat food – stuff that they would not normally find in the wild.

  Why does my red eared slider turtle have swollen eyes?

  Swollen or inflamed eyes may also be associated with traumatic injuries (bite wounds, poking eye on wood), debris under the lid and ear infections (particularly common in American Box Turtles, Terrapene spp.). Further Reading Rating Turtle Filters Water Quality in Turtle Aquariums

  Can a red eared slider open its eyes?

  At first, an afflicted turtle may paw at its eyes but otherwise behave normally. In time, swelling will increase and the animal will be unable to open its eyes.

  What should I do for my red eared slider turtle?

  Good health and a strong immune system will go a long way in helping your turtle fight off harmful micro-organisms.   In addition to clean water, always provide heat, UVB exposure and nutrition that are appropriate to the species you keep.

  What kind of diet does a red eared slider have?

  Red Eared Sliders, Painted and Map Turtles, Cooters and many others begin life as carnivores but gradually shift to a plant-based diet as they mature.

  Why does my red ear slider turtle have swollen eyes?

  One of my red eared slider turtle has swollen eyes, I found out a few hours ago. My other turtle was fine! They lived in the same tank. I also found out the filter was unplugged for a day, I’m not sure if that was the cause of the problem.

  At first, an afflicted turtle may paw at its eyes but otherwise behave normally. In time, swelling will increase and the animal will be unable to open its eyes.

  When to feed a red ear slider turtle?

  The red eared slider is a semi-aquatic turtle; make sure to feed your turtle a proper quantity of vitamin A before its fasting period throughout winter. You will certainly require to fast the turtle 2 to 6 weeks before its brumation to make sure it has no undigested food in its system.

  Can a red ear slider turtle live outside?

  The Red Eared Slider is a semi-aquatic turtle which can securely brumate inside your home or outdoors if conditions are risk-free and considered that the water it remains in does not ice up.