Nexustortoise
New Member
hey everyone, ive had my sulcata hatchling for almost a month now and everything has been near perfect. Today however as i went to pick up my tort i noticed a foul odor coming from the tortoise itself. I did a little research on the forums and now ive got myself spooked he may have an infection or be overly hydrated to the point of death. Im giving him a 10min warm water soak and then going to give him a gentle brushing. The odor has seemed to go away on its own for the most part and his enclosure doesnt have any lingering smells. Pics of tort/enclosure. I have a long uvb bulb that burnt out but ive been substituting the light by taking him outside for atleast 15mins a day of direct sunlight. His basking temp is at 105F and i soak him daily. Hes fed grasses, dandelion greens hibiscus leaves and flowers and occasionally collard greens and mazuri tortoise food. Does anyone have any ideas for me to try, or what may of caused the odor in the firstplace? I