turtle question?

Question

we saved a turtle after being hit by a car. its aproximately 15 years old. i know it hibernation season soon, but im not sure if i should still feed and water it. or should i just let him sleep? thank you

Answer 1

Feed it pizza like the teenage mutant ninja turtles!!!!!!

Answer 2

ok. depending on how badly the turtle is hurt you should take these steps. If the shell is really crushed i would put a little bit of water in the container--just enough to avoid the turtle's skin from being dry. Dont add too much water and use clean water because dirty water could seep into its shell and become infected. Then i would take it to the nearest shelter or pet center for more help and additional advice. If the shell is only a little bit dented, dont worry too much about it, again keep water clean, and as long as you dont press to hard on the shell, the turtle will be fine. But it doesnt hurt to consult with a vet first! Good luck. oh, and if you keep it indoors, dont worry about hibernation.

Answer 3

I have raised a few aquatic turtles and released them. Keep food available, but just a little bit. You don't want to leave a lot of un-eaten food around, and they probably won't be eating it well. They may still nibble at it. When spring comes, they will start eating much better. When they do start eating, feed as much as they want for a while. After that, you'll just have to get a feel for how much and how often they need food. Or maybe your turtle will be ready to be released in the spring.

Answer 4

Ill or injured turtles should not be hibernated except by experts. They generally do better in the wild than they will in captivity, even if apparently badly injured. I'd strongly suggest returning it to where you found it before it gets too late.

If you do keep it, you need to keep it awake and healthy all winter. Try htp://www.austinsturtlepage.com for care sheets, medical info, and a forum you can get top quality help from.

Good luck!

Answer 5

you should not let it sleep. Keep it indoors and make it think its still summer. Without knowing what kind of turtle you have, its hard to tell you what it needs. It may be an aquatic turtle. They are hit on roads about as often as terrestrial turtles.

Answer 6

the turtle might not hibernate if it's not in its natural habitat, so keep giving it food and water. also, contact a veterinarian who handles reptiles for more information. good luck!

Answer 7

You should give it food and water and if u can don't let him hibernate, because it may not survive the winter injured. And at spring release it.

Answer 8

In most states it is illegal ( and unadvisable) to keep native wildlife in captivity. The best thing for the turtle is to go to a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, You can find one by contacting your Department of Natural Resources.

Answer 9

well turtles r very sensitive sometimes so what i think you should do is to leave it alone and watch it once in a while but yes still water and feed it

Answer 10

I suggest you give it food and water, and the turtle will decide if she wants to eat and drink, or just go to sleep.


Good Luck with your turtle! : )

Answer 11

don't listen to whoever gave you advice above. still give him fresh food and water, just in case. you can never be too careful. i don't own a turtle, and i don't really know much about them. but i'd say just keep food and water there.