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    Redfoot tortoise at Petco

    I am so happy that this tortoise will have a wonderful and loving home - that I had to try hard to stop myself from tearing up. He is a really beautiful tortoise. Here's to a real kind hearted animal lover and their new friend.
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    How many tortoises/turtles do we have on TFO ? Let`s count !

    Just one little Hermann cutie=1737
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    Conflicted on Vet Advice: Shell Biopsy

    I could not find any case studies of Penicillium caused mycosis infection of tortoise shells The most common cause of shell rot is the fungus Fusarium. So it is likely that the fungus your vet cultured is a contaminant. A biopsy is one way to more definitively diagnose the issue. As your pet’s...
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    Irritation

    There is no need to be rude , insulting or condescending. I have no reason to ever try to fool anyone. You may have worked for a veterinarian but I am one. For close to 40 years. The last 32 in emergency medicine and surgery. My ethics and professionalism have never been questioned. I...
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    Irritation

    The standard of veterinary care and owners’ expectations have soared in tbe past 20 years so also the cost of running a practice. Most veterinarians make less money per hour than plumbers . Sorry - but many folks complaining about their vet bills are driving new cars and own the newest iPhones...
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    Fungus Gnat Infestation and Possible Solution

    First I bake the soil before using it for seeds or for potted plants. I also boil the substrate before using ( coir and cypress mulch ) A real tedious undertaking. Also soak potted plants with Hydrogen Peroxide- the soil is out of his reach. Also use sticky tape in the enclosure. Still have...
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    Comment by 'GMDVM' in media 'Timmy x 2 TV.jpg'

    They are gorgeous!
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    Thank-you! He is almost 5 months old. I am smitten by his cuteness :tort::<3:
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    Irritation

    You all are the best entertainment ???thanks for a good laugh.
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    Is just leaf lettuce okay?

    A real cutie! Until you acquire a different enclosure perhaps you can get this on off the carpet so heat can circulate underneath and tent a clear plastic shower curtain over it in order to maintain humidity levels. Coiled UVB lights can cause eye disease- a straight bulb is better. The...
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    What locale?
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    Comment by 'GMDVM' in media 'timmy 11.jpg'

    Beautiful!
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    Happy Holidays!
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    Irritation

    I have dealt with this every day for almost 40 years but with dogs and cats mostly. It is eternally frustrating Like people who live in an apartment and buy an Australian Cattle Dog or a Labrador then can’t understand why their dog is neurotic and has eaten the couch. Then they get upset at me...
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