charliecharliecharlie
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Hi
I have had my horsefield tortoise for a week now. I am new to caring for a tortoise.
I believe he is no older than 8 months. He has quite dry flaky scales on his head and legs. Is this normal? I am bathing him for only a few minutes each day as he does not seem keen. I thought dehydration maybe?
His shell also has a sort of line down the the middle which seems ever so slightly raised and shinier than other parts. Could this be shell 8growth?
Also, his shell near his tail seems incomplete, almost as if it has been damaged. Could he have hatched like this or will it grow?
Any help appreciated! Thanks!
I have had my horsefield tortoise for a week now. I am new to caring for a tortoise.
I believe he is no older than 8 months. He has quite dry flaky scales on his head and legs. Is this normal? I am bathing him for only a few minutes each day as he does not seem keen. I thought dehydration maybe?
His shell also has a sort of line down the the middle which seems ever so slightly raised and shinier than other parts. Could this be shell 8growth?
Also, his shell near his tail seems incomplete, almost as if it has been damaged. Could he have hatched like this or will it grow?
Any help appreciated! Thanks!