She's a red-eared slider and she's had white patches on her shell since I got her, but it's getting bigger. When she sheds, the spots don't appear to clear up. I heard it can be from being in the water too much, so I only put her in the tank to feed her and let her drink water. Also, I put her in a fenced-in area in the yard to sun herself. I'm scared mabe she's in pain, but I don't know for sure. I've gone to websites that say to apply some chemical to her shell, but I don't know where to get it. HELP, I'M WORRIED ABOUT HER!!!
2006-07-23 13:16:09 · 8 answers · asked by ak47_girl 3 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
.......If your turtle is showing any signs of a health problem such as open sores, bloating, runny feces, breathing through the mouth or wheezing, or if their eyes are swollen or not clear, take them immediately to a veterinarian to assess the problem. If you catch a problem early and treat it exactly as directed, these turtles can bounce right back, and hopefully all future problems can be avoided. Red Eared Sliders may be prone to eye infections and shell-rot. Both of these may be prevented with proper sanitary and dietary care. Shell and skeletal deformities can result from vitamin deficiencies or imbalances, which, in captivity, often are the result of insufficient UV exposure.
There is more at the link below.
2006-07-23 23:18:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
White spots are common. As long as they meet this checklist, they are OK:
- no pitting or deformation of shell
- no soft spots
- no discoloration in or around spots (other than whiteness)
- no visible damage to shell around spots
- no smell or discharge at spots
- do not seem to interfere with shedding
- turtle otherwise seems OK
As far as the 'in water too much', this is misinformation. Red-ears are water turtles and thrive in the water- as long as they can get out and dry when they want. You can raise a turtle in a 'dry tank', but it is not recommended for most situations.
Check out the link below- it has GREAT advice for Red-ears!
2006-07-24 06:06:34 · answer #2 · answered by Madkins007 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two turtles and they are around 5 yrs. old doing well in a large tank of water they have a bridge to crawl up on to get out of the water when they want too.
2006-07-23 13:46:17 · answer #3 · answered by busthead213 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I doubt you'd get a remedy here. Go to the vets their the only ones who can look at it and tell you whats wrong with your turtle.
2006-07-23 13:26:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
And, that would be a 'bad thing' for those of us who enjoy "Turtle Soup"!
please see your vet, and don't visit any turtle farms!
2006-07-23 13:21:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
PLEASE VISIT www.turtleexchange.smfforfree.com I am positive one of the experts there can help you. Pictures are helpful, but if it is shell rot, she needs help as soon as possible. Hope that helps.
2006-07-24 08:39:56 · answer #6 · answered by Carrie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't let it eat iceberg lettuce.
2006-07-26 23:20:28 · answer #7 · answered by Beejee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, vet vet vet!
2006-07-23 13:26:23 · answer #8 · answered by ziz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋