Daisy and Kenny

[Daisyandkenny]

First thing I didn’t even know they had websites where people talk about their turtles so I’m really happy I found one. Anyways Hi I have 2 Red-eared slider boy and girl. I’m cleaning their tank and I notice this and wanted to ask for help also I had them since they were babies and Kenny had this on top of his shell I thought it would’ve went away and it’s back again. Also saw a small dent just now it’s not soft their shells are pretty hard and when I noticed daisy shell at the bottom she has this greyish thing and she’s never had that and now I’m worried. Has anyone went through this? I feel like it’s my fault they have this 🥺🥺😞😞 please help!! I give them their food and I also feed them fruits they aren’t too happy with lettuce when I give it to them but they LOVE bananas. I give them the dry shrimps, those blood worms that are in the freezer at the shop my friend told me I can give them that as well . Any advice ? If it’s their diet or maybe the set up they have anything will help. I’m here ready to take notes . I’ll send some few pictures 🥰

 

[TammyJ]

Hi there and welcome to the forum! Somebody wise about these will come along soon to help you.

 

[Daisyandkenny]

Hi there and welcome to the forum! Somebody wise about these will come along soon to help you.

Thank you and okay 🥰

 

[jeff kushner]

Come 'on......a little looking around can be enlightening! LOL

Water turtles

tortoiseforum.org

Go read about your concerns in the Stickys at the top....they are all covered as well as super care sheets!

Welcome guys......

jeff

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi, and welcome!

I'm sorry, but I can't figure out from the pictures what you see that is worrying you. Could it be shell rot? If you think that's what it is, I copied this treatment off the web for you:

To begin treating this, firstly ensure you've made note of all the areas with shell rot. These areas are going to be discolored and usually rougher, and maybe even softer. If the shell rot isn't very severe, and isn't deep into the shell, the turtle isn't going to notice the rot.

You're going to need some supplies to get the job done. Most of the items are things you'll already be able to find. Some sort of mild soap that won't bother your turtle will be needed to get started. Remember to avoid getting any soap on the surface of any reptile or amphibian's skin. Secondly, you'll need something to do some light scrubbing -- a soft (unused) toothbrush will be best. The most important item you'll need is something to kill the bacteria. Your best two options are Betadine and Povidone-Iodine. They're both turtle-safe and will get the job done. Don't forget paper towels and you may want some rubber or latex gloves while cleaning.

Let's go ahead and clean the surface. Use your mild soap and a warm toothbrush to softly scrub any areas with shell rot. Your goal is to remove any dirt, algae, etc. that could be covering some of the bacteria, as dirt and algae aren't actually going to ever harm your turtle. Once scrubbed, rinse off all of the soap with water. If you're not sure what water temperature is best, go with cooler temperatures.

Next, dry the area the best you can with a towel or paper towel, as you're going to use the Betadine or Povidone-Iodine next. Keep in mind that both of these chemicals will stain everything and anything it touches, so be careful. Do your best to cover the entire areas (and then some) with the bacteria-killing solution. Use your fingers, a clean toothbrush or paper towel to ensure the chemical is able to soak into every crack and pore in the shell, reaching all of the bacteria. Once every area is covered, let your turtle sit somewhere dry -- where it cannot access water or anything that can be stained. Your best bet for this is something like a dry bathtub, or in your hands. Keep the turtle out for 15-20 minutes so all of the Betadine/Povidone-Iodine has time to dry. At this point, you can put the turtle back into it's normal enclosure, however, it's even better if you can keep the turtle out of water for an even longer period of time. Setting up a warm heat lamp in a dry area for the turtle for a few hours is a good way to speed up the process.

Continue doing this daily, if possible, for a few weeks. By the time a few weeks have passed, the shell rot should be healed. If not, you will probably want to go to professional help at an exotic veterinarian.

 

[Daisyandkenny]

Hi, and welcome!

I'm sorry, but I can't figure out from the pictures what you see that is worrying you. Could it be shell rot? If you think that's what it is, I copied this treatment off the web for you:

To begin treating this, firstly ensure you've made note of all the areas with shell rot. These areas are going to be discolored and usually rougher, and maybe even softer. If the shell rot isn't very severe, and isn't deep into the shell, the turtle isn't going to notice the rot.

You're going to need some supplies to get the job done. Most of the items are things you'll already be able to find. Some sort of mild soap that won't bother your turtle will be needed to get started. Remember to avoid getting any soap on the surface of any reptile or amphibian's skin. Secondly, you'll need something to do some light scrubbing -- a soft (unused) toothbrush will be best. The most important item you'll need is something to kill the bacteria. Your best two options are Betadine and Povidone-Iodine. They're both turtle-safe and will get the job done. Don't forget paper towels and you may want some rubber or latex gloves while cleaning.

Let's go ahead and clean the surface. Use your mild soap and a warm toothbrush to softly scrub any areas with shell rot. Your goal is to remove any dirt, algae, etc. that could be covering some of the bacteria, as dirt and algae aren't actually going to ever harm your turtle. Once scrubbed, rinse off all of the soap with water. If you're not sure what water temperature is best, go with cooler temperatures.

Next, dry the area the best you can with a towel or paper towel, as you're going to use the Betadine or Povidone-Iodine next. Keep in mind that both of these chemicals will stain everything and anything it touches, so be careful. Do your best to cover the entire areas (and then some) with the bacteria-killing solution. Use your fingers, a clean toothbrush or paper towel to ensure the chemical is able to soak into every crack and pore in the shell, reaching all of the bacteria. Once every area is covered, let your turtle sit somewhere dry -- where it cannot access water or anything that can be stained. Your best bet for this is something like a dry bathtub, or in your hands. Keep the turtle out for 15-20 minutes so all of the Betadine/Povidone-Iodine has time to dry. At this point, you can put the turtle back into it's normal enclosure, however, it's even better if you can keep the turtle out of water for an even longer period of time. Setting up a warm heat lamp in a dry area for the turtle for a few hours is a good way to speed up the process.

Continue doing this daily, if possible, for a few weeks. By the time a few weeks have passed, the shell rot should be healed. If not, you will probably want to go to professional help at an exotic veterinarian.

Thank youuuuuuuu for the replying. I will do exactly what you said

 

[Daisyandkenny]

Hi, and welcome!

I'm sorry, but I can't figure out from the pictures what you see that is worrying you. Could it be shell rot? If you think that's what it is, I copied this treatment off the web for you:

To begin treating this, firstly ensure you've made note of all the areas with shell rot. These areas are going to be discolored and usually rougher, and maybe even softer. If the shell rot isn't very severe, and isn't deep into the shell, the turtle isn't going to notice the rot.

You're going to need some supplies to get the job done. Most of the items are things you'll already be able to find. Some sort of mild soap that won't bother your turtle will be needed to get started. Remember to avoid getting any soap on the surface of any reptile or amphibian's skin. Secondly, you'll need something to do some light scrubbing -- a soft (unused) toothbrush will be best. The most important item you'll need is something to kill the bacteria. Your best two options are Betadine and Povidone-Iodine. They're both turtle-safe and will get the job done. Don't forget paper towels and you may want some rubber or latex gloves while cleaning.

Let's go ahead and clean the surface. Use your mild soap and a warm toothbrush to softly scrub any areas with shell rot. Your goal is to remove any dirt, algae, etc. that could be covering some of the bacteria, as dirt and algae aren't actually going to ever harm your turtle. Once scrubbed, rinse off all of the soap with water. If you're not sure what water temperature is best, go with cooler temperatures.

Next, dry the area the best you can with a towel or paper towel, as you're going to use the Betadine or Povidone-Iodine next. Keep in mind that both of these chemicals will stain everything and anything it touches, so be careful. Do your best to cover the entire areas (and then some) with the bacteria-killing solution. Use your fingers, a clean toothbrush or paper towel to ensure the chemical is able to soak into every crack and pore in the shell, reaching all of the bacteria. Once every area is covered, let your turtle sit somewhere dry -- where it cannot access water or anything that can be stained. Your best bet for this is something like a dry bathtub, or in your hands. Keep the turtle out for 15-20 minutes so all of the Betadine/Povidone-Iodine has time to dry. At this point, you can put the turtle back into it's normal enclosure, however, it's even better if you can keep the turtle out of water for an even longer period of time. Setting up a warm heat lamp in a dry area for the turtle for a few hours is a good way to speed up the process.

Continue doing this daily, if possible, for a few weeks. By the time a few weeks have passed, the shell rot should be healed. If not, you will probably want to go to professional help at an exotic veterinarian.

Thank youuuuuuuu for the replying. I will do exactly what you said

At the other photo daisy has this greyish thing at the bottom of her shell. So I will do everything you said and hopes for better if not I’ll look into a vet who’s an expert with turtles