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Has anyone ever heard of their baby sulcata making squeaking noises?Sometimes I hear mine making squeaking noises and don't know what it is
sibi said:I would pay close attention to what's going on. Torts don't make squeaky sounds because they like the sound of their voice. Usually there's something going on. Torts are very careful not to show sickness or some weakness because predators can pick that up. So, your tort may appear fine and normal even if he's sick. Having said that, I would check WHEN he makes the sound. If he's urinating, it could be a bladder stone. If it's when he's defecating, he could be constipated or have a blockage. Get to know the noises your tort makes. But, usually, a squeaking sound is one of pain.
Baoh said:sibi said:I would pay close attention to what's going on. Torts don't make squeaky sounds because they like the sound of their voice. Usually there's something going on. Torts are very careful not to show sickness or some weakness because predators can pick that up. So, your tort may appear fine and normal even if he's sick. Having said that, I would check WHEN he makes the sound. If he's urinating, it could be a bladder stone. If it's when he's defecating, he could be constipated or have a blockage. Get to know the noises your tort makes. But, usually, a squeaking sound is one of pain.
I agree to pay attention, but if it is infrequent, it may not be pain or ill health and I definitely would not consider squeaking to usually be a sign of pain. I notice more mini sharp hisses, which are different from the squeaks, during painful events. I have not nailed it all down yet, but I notice them more during eating or if an animal is moving its jaw around at little, which is why I think they might be due to strident beak surface contact. Easier for me to notice if I have a large group of something like 20+ babies all eating leafy stuff like turnip greens at once in a quiet room.
Lindsey, post a pic of your enclosure when you have a spare moment. Squeaking can sometimes also be associated with dust, drafts, and an environment that might be a bit too dry, so that could be something to address if everything else is fine. A photo would help.