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    Euthanasia

    On a happy note! Look what I found this afternoon! I was pruning/weeding and saw him. I put him in the baby pen, he and siblings will be safe.
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    Euthanasia

    I did find a place. I was just surprised how hard it was. I only posted so that others may read this and remember when they are in this situation. Next stop, tractor supply to buy a raccoon trap!
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    Euthanasia

    I’ve been keeping Ornate box turtle for about 8 years. I have an outside pen, 300sf or so that is planted and has many hides. Despite my best efforts, I had a raccoon show up Monday night and pull one of my turtles out and chew off three legs. My initial thought was to keep her inside and let...
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    Male?

    I've been good Tom. Moved 2 years ago and have re-built my turtle pen and plan on a pond this year. The CDT's have the run of the back yard. I'm 90% sure they are both male but the smaller, rounder of the 2 keeps trying to mount his buddy.
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    Male?

    I have 2 and think they are both male. Yes I know this can be bad and often not end well. One has grown bigger and longer while one is more round and 20% smaller. Attached are photos. They are 10 years old this year.
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    Boys or girls

    Hi Tom! It's been way too long since I've shared my tortoise life. Moved to a new home and will be treating all new enclosures soon.
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    Boys or girls

    Based on these photos can you tell me the sex of my CDT's? They are both 7/8 years old this fall.
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    My CDT is up and eating.

    Both. If they have knots and holes they are art.
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    My CDT is up and eating.

    Another hobby has been keeping me busy. [/][/IMG]
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    CDT house

    @Tom I've seen your builds, I'll take the complement!
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    CDT house

    I only have about 3 hours in it. But I have carpentry skills.
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    CDT house

    I built a house for my father in laws CDT. 100% recycled material with the exception of the staples used to put it together! Its even insulated and has a hinged roof.
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    Bad day for baby.

    So far he is doing well. No sign of infection and he is eating again. On another note, I have 2 babies to sell.
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    Bad day for baby.

    My baby was attacked by an older sibling. Just a warning to those keeping their babies together. I had 3 babies in the same pen and today at noon i found this one with his eye missing. Has anyone ever had this happen?
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