If you are sincere that you fear for her life, then you must do what anyone would do if they feared for the life of any living being. You must get her to a proper doctor. If anyone was feared dying they would receive immediate medical intervention.
Ok Yvonne. I will talk to the husband. I did my research and as Markw84 said they need a sandy bottom. Our pond is a natural style. I know the bottom is muddy. We have added sand in the past but I don’t know if it would be enough for the turtle. I read they need to bask then when they bury in...
We have a pond. 2000 gallons. Two koi, numerous goldfish and mosquito fish. But can the softshell live in our pond in the winter here in Temecula? Also I have a feeling you don’t ship do you Yvonne? Anyway I’ll do some research on the fella just because now I’m curious.
Thank you for sharing updated photos of your tortoise enclosure. Very nice! The plants have really filled in. What is the tree growing in there? It has a pleasing form.
Sherwoodsmallpets Youtube channel is an excellent source for the proper care of all breeds of hamsters. She has videos about appropriate housing, feeding and handling.
More trees!!! A neighborhood with trees is more comfortable because of the shade and the exhalations of the trees. I think the term is transpiration. Not to mention the beauty they provide. Steve’s garden looks very inviting.
Well that was a very entertaining tortoise story to enjoy with my morning coffee. If you share photos of your enclosure in the enclosure section it can be examined and experienced keepers will provide ideas on how to make it escape proof. Diego’s shell appears normal to me. Welcome to this forum.
I see what you are talking about. But I do not have any experience with such an issue, so I am of no help. My box turtle tore his bottom eyelid. I rinsed it for several days with warm water. It has since healed. When is your vet appointment? I also live in so California. Who is your vet? Are you...