Thank you so much @Mrs.Jennifer! I really do love him and want the absolute best for him. He’s my baby 💙 And thanks everyone on your recommendations . I can already tell he is feeling more comfortable basking.
I don’t feel confident in my ability to assess the situation myself, since I’ve never dealt with thermal burns. I have no idea what the extent of the damage is or what to do about it, so I figured I could see a vet to get that info. I’ve been painstakingly Researching the topic since I...
We did some tests and discovered that the issue was in fact, the spot lamp. I had no idea they were so much more intense. The thermometer I had wasn’t reading correctly so I tested with another thermometer and it came out to 120 degrees!!! I’m shocked and horrified. I’ve had him for 4 years and...
I use a spot temp. I believe it’s zoo med brand as well. I can definitely double check with a new thermometer and see if I get a different read. It doesn’t seem to cause him any discomfort and he spends a lot of time napping under it, but nothing too excessive time-wise. He usually stays under...
Hello! My rescue Greek tortoise has had some weird discoloration since I had my parents look after him for a few months. The temps all seem normal, and I haven’t changed anything regarding lights. He was in the same enclosure while at my parents house but he definitely had a change in the...
Hey Yvonne! Thanks so much for your response! I really appreciate your nonjudgemental approach! Glad to hear he's doing ok, and I also appreciate your clear explanation. The vets weren't really telling me much except it's normal and he's fine and it seemed to me as if at least SOMETHING had...
Hey, Tort lovers!
My name is Ben and I have an 11-year-old Greek Tortoise that was suddenly gifted to me. I'm super excited to learn how to nurture and care for him ASAP. I've had him for quite a while now, doing the best I can but I really desperately need some guidance! I didn't get a chance...
Hey everyone! I'm brand new to the forum and a first-time tortoise owner. This is Carl. I got him as a rescue in a pretty severe circumstance, and I'm struggling to find a competent vet in my area to look him over and make sure he's ok. He's had odd dark spots on his shell for some time now...