Aldabra claw trimming?
Hi all, it's been a long time.
My 9 year old Aldabra has rear claws which have grown so long I believe they are effecting his ability to walk with his right foot. He still gets around and will stand tall to get to cactus or when being touched but seems to stumble with that foot not being able to move across the ground correctly (hopefully) as a result of the long toenails. It doesn't seem to be an issue of leg weakness.
I've had turtles and tortoises for 30+ years and never before had to trim a nail.
Was hoping someone familiar with the Aldab or Galaps can give me some pointers on the tools and trimming process on these big ones. Rear feet only, the front feet are fine.
Thanks!
Hi all, it's been a long time.
My 9 year old Aldabra has rear claws which have grown so long I believe they are effecting his ability to walk with his right foot. He still gets around and will stand tall to get to cactus or when being touched but seems to stumble with that foot not being able to move across the ground correctly (hopefully) as a result of the long toenails. It doesn't seem to be an issue of leg weakness.
I've had turtles and tortoises for 30+ years and never before had to trim a nail.
Was hoping someone familiar with the Aldab or Galaps can give me some pointers on the tools and trimming process on these big ones. Rear feet only, the front feet are fine.
Thanks!