Another question

[georgekathe]

Do Redfoots or other tortoises feel pain due to mild pyramiding?

My little GeeBee has a mild case - had it when I got him. I suspect due to a lack of calcium supplement (all he was fed was lettuce, squash and fruit before I got him).

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi George (or Kathe):

I doubt that mild pyramiding causes any discomfort. The pain would come in if it were also associated with MBD.

 

[heyprettyrave]

I was told that they do not feel pain from the pyramiding

 

[Jacob]

They Souldnnt feel Much, Unlesss they have MBD

 

[georgekathe]

Hi George (or Kathe):

I doubt that mild pyramiding causes any discomfort. The pain would come in if it were also associated with MBD.

Thanks to all who responded

George

 

[Madkins007]

The most likely source of pain would be if the deformity was enough to put pressure on the spinal column- the more extreme forms.