ScStange891
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Hi, All,
I haven't had to post here in some time, as all has been going well, but that unfortunately has seemed to change.
My Russian Tort, Tortellini (Lini for short), about 11 months old, seems to have suddenly started declining.
Last week, I went on vacation all week. I left the tortoise with a trusted friend, and made sure to pack out the tort's food and everything, giving specific instructions on what to do; he was soaked for a half hour daily, and given the food I pre-portioned (escarole, endive, dandelion, some spring mix, etc.).
The thing is, I picked him up today upon my return and immediately I noticed he was lighter. According to the scale he lost 27g in one week (154 to 127) which is INCREDIBLY ALARMING TO ME. Additionally, he seems to struggle moving his back legs (he can move them when being picked up, but he can't walk normal.
I've seen this as a symptom of constipation, but I checked his cloaca, with no blockages to be found.
Any advice on what to do? I have him in a warm soak right now, hoping he pushes something out. Otherwise, I'm going to try to get in touch with a vet.
Thanks.
I haven't had to post here in some time, as all has been going well, but that unfortunately has seemed to change.
My Russian Tort, Tortellini (Lini for short), about 11 months old, seems to have suddenly started declining.
Last week, I went on vacation all week. I left the tortoise with a trusted friend, and made sure to pack out the tort's food and everything, giving specific instructions on what to do; he was soaked for a half hour daily, and given the food I pre-portioned (escarole, endive, dandelion, some spring mix, etc.).
The thing is, I picked him up today upon my return and immediately I noticed he was lighter. According to the scale he lost 27g in one week (154 to 127) which is INCREDIBLY ALARMING TO ME. Additionally, he seems to struggle moving his back legs (he can move them when being picked up, but he can't walk normal.
I've seen this as a symptom of constipation, but I checked his cloaca, with no blockages to be found.
Any advice on what to do? I have him in a warm soak right now, hoping he pushes something out. Otherwise, I'm going to try to get in touch with a vet.
Thanks.