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Darwin_T

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Hi,
I have a Greek whose a few years old. I wanted to know what he needs in terms of vitamin, calcium, and protein supplements. I've gotten a lot of mixed information about this topic so I wanted to know if anyone could give me a definitive answer.

Thanks a lot
 

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With a good diet they don't need much. A pinch of calcium 1-2 times a week for young ones, less for older ones, except egg layers. I don't give anything else except a cuttle bone.
 

Darwin_T

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Thanks a lot that's helpful.
I've tried a cuttlebone in the past but I haven't gotten much progress. What's the best way to feed that?
 

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Thanks a lot that's helpful.
I've tried a cuttlebone in the past but I haven't gotten much progress. What's the best way to feed that?
Just leave it in the enclosure. Don't get worried if it gets dirty, they like it more when "seasoned". If you're worried about your tort not getting enough calcium you could scrape some onto the food.
 
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