Shell Saver Experiment

[EllieMay]

Today I’m going to begin using the Shell Saver Product on one of my Sulcatas (Pickles) and keep a comparison with the other (Crusher) who I will not use any on. I was told their Hatch date was 4-10-2018 and I’m pretty sure they were started dry. I got them on 6-22 and they are in separate enclosures with constant heat & humidity. They are also outside for 30-60 min a day depending on the weather. Pickles has gained 5 grams and Crusher 4 grams in 2 wks.. i can easily tell the two apart but for this experiment, I’ll always post pics with pickles on left & Crusher on right.

 

[TechnoCheese]

Sounds pretty cool! Be sure to share the results

 

[Tom]

I wish I could hit the like button more than once!

We will learn something one way or the other. Eagerly awaiting results as the months go by.

 

[wellington]

Make sure everything is exact between them except the shell stuff. Same diet, same amount of soak time, temps, humidity, etc.
two subjects don't make a big experiment I know, but if everything is exact between the two then that will prove better the shell conditioner was the difference one way or another.
Can't wait for updates.

 

[daniellenc]

Update away. I just started coconut oil on my basking RF who has always been in a closed chamber and a bit bumpy till his AP cage comes

 

[Jay Bagley]

Sweet!!! I love what you are doing, excited to see the results. When I used it on Sheldon, I didn't have a closed chamber at the time so his humidity was 10 to 50%. I wish I would have started him off right

 

[2turtletom]

Update away. I just started coconut oil on my basking RF who has always been in a closed chamber and a bit bumpy till his AP cage comes

What is an AP cage?

 

[Jay Bagley]

This really is just curiosity on my part, I think this is an awesome experiment!! But if they're both being raised humid, and high humidity raises smooth torts, I don't know if the shell saver will really do anything in this situation or not.

 

[Toddrickfl1]

What is an AP cage?

Animal plastics

https://apcages.com

 

[EllieMay]

Make sure everything is exact between them except the shell stuff. Same diet, same amount of soak time, temps, humidity, etc.
two subjects don't make a big experiment I know, but if everything is exact between the two then that will prove better the shell conditioner was the difference one way or another.
Can't wait for updates.

No doubt!!! The conditioner will be the only variable

 

[EllieMay]

Sweet!!! I love what you are doing, excited to see the results. When I used it on Sheldon, I didn't have a closed chamber at the time so his humidity was 10 to 50%. I wish I would have started him off right

If I get me a little “Sheldon”, I’ll be thrilled

 

[Jay Bagley]

If I get me a little “Sheldon”, I’ll be thrilled

Your babies are so adorable, if I showed Sheldon there pictures, he would be so jealous.

 

[EllieMay]

So there is a 3% difference in the humidity at the moment but I have been actively in & out of both tanks. I watch them closely and they are usually spot on.

 

[2turtletom]

Animal plastics

https://apcages.com

Thanks!

 

[wellington]

So there is a 3% difference in the humidity at the moment but I have been actively in & out of both tanks. I watch them closely and they are usually spot on.

That shouldn't make a difference and you can't really control how much one will drop when being opened. As long as the majority of the time when it's closed they are the same. Even a 1-2 % or degree shouldn't really make a difference.

 

[Pearly]

This is the back of the bottle print. I think it’ll make the shell very pretty. Something like some ladies do fir their fingernails, thanks for sharing. I’ll be interested to follow your progress. ——————————————————-“Moisturizer and conditioner for shell.

Protein-rich moisturizer and conditioner for turtle and tortoise shells.

Improves shell strength and healing.

Quickly makes the shell strength more resilient and less prone to shipping or cracking.

*Improves strength and promotes healing

*Helps keep shells flexible and healthy

*Makes shells shiny - Dirt & Dust just slide off

To Use: Apply 4-8 drops directly to the shell and/or skin and rub in as you would a hand lotion.

Large tortoises may require more.

Repeat weekly.

Active Ingredients: Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Panthenol, Apricot Kernel Oil, Lecithin, Glycery Stearate, Sunflower Seed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Allantoin, Aloe Vera gel, Sorbic Acid. “

 

[EllieMay]

 

[Jay Bagley]

Cute x2

 

[TammyJ]

My redfoots usually have a thin layer of mud on their shells! I think it helps.

 

[EllieMay]

Both are growing well but Pickles is definitely at a much faster rate now.. I will post official weights tomorrow ..