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usually when you have a healthy tortoise, their eyes are quite shiny and their nose is quite smooth, but if your tortoise is sneezing, squeeking or has a yellow nose you should seek medical attention, just to be safe

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Contrary to popular belief, turtles are actually pretty active. If your turtle isn't moving, even when you touch it or pick it up then it is likely to be a sign it is sick or has died.

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Well its realy qiute simple if your turle cant breathe it's dead, if it can it's still alive.

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http://www.expertvillage.com/video/8075_turtle-ownership-guide-healthy.htm Alexandria Nofeelya♥

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you only suppose to feed it a pinch a day if its small if big 2 pinches

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your a bod

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How do you care for a injured turtle whose shell has been punctured?

In 1991 our family had a tortoise and the family dog bit a hole in it's shell. Actually, two. We took the tortoise to a friend who cleaned the holes and applied plaster-of-paris. For years the tortoise had the plaster cast on it, and as the tortoise grew, pieces of the plaster would come off. All these years later, the plaster is completely gone, and the tortoise has a beautiful shell. You can't even tell that it ever had a problem. In 1991 our family had a tortoise and the family dog bit a hole in it's shell. Actually, two. We took the tortoise to a friend who cleaned the holes and applied plaster-of-paris. For years the tortoise had the plaster cast on it, and as the tortoise grew, pieces of the plaster would come off. All these years later, the plaster is completely gone, and the tortoise has a beautiful shell. You can't even tell that it ever had a problem. In 1991 our family had a tortoise and the family dog bit a hole in it's shell. Actually, two. We took the tortoise to a friend who cleaned the holes and applied plaster-of-paris. For years the tortoise had the plaster cast on it, and as the tortoise grew, pieces of the plaster would come off. All these years later, the plaster is completely gone, and the tortoise has a beautiful shell. You can't even tell that it ever had a problem.


How do you tell the age of a tortoise?

you tell how old a tortoise by counting the square like things on its shell.Correction: - The above information is incorrect, it is an old wives tale. In short, unless you know when a tortoise was born it is almost impossible to determine it's age.


Is a tortoise or a hare the modest?

the tortoise


What tortoise lives in Arizona?

is there a tortoisethat lives in Arizona becasue i searched it and this does not tell me anything and this is for homework and i really need to know


What tortoise eat?

the tortoise eat pegeounus

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How do you tell which country your tortoise is from?

you can't or ask the person in the pet shop where he got the tortoise from


How can I tell if my tortoise is ill?

if it stop eating


Will a young Spur Thighed tortoise happily live in the same tank as a 7 year healthy female Horsefield Tortoise?

Different species of tortoise should not be kept together. While it is unlikely that they would object to each other, there is a problem with the fact that different species of tortoise have different bacteria in their gut. The bacteria from one species can be dangerous to another. You say you keep your tortoise in a tank, please note that this is not a healthy environment for a tortoise. They should be kept in an outdoor enclosure, weather permitting, and on a tortoise table at other times. Visit www.tortoisetrust.org or www.tortoisefirst.com for more information.


Why are your tortoise's feces white and runny?

This could be a sign of infection in your tortoise, or a symptom of internal cancer (depending upon your tortoise's age and health status). Regardless of the cause, loose faeces are not healthy and can result in your tortoise becoming dehydrated, which can be fatal if severe or prolonged enough. You may want to consult your veterinarian about treatment options for your tortoise as well.


Can anyone tell me what make and model of the tortoise colored sunglasses Leonardo DiCaprio sunglasses wears in Catch Me if You Can?

They are Ray Bans Light Tortoise Wayfarers.


What if your tortoise has a blocked nostril?

I would say take him/her to the vet. they will tell you if its common or not.


How do you tell female turtle and tortoise turtle are wife?

Look for a wedding band.


Are tortoises suposst to have dirt or sand in their sandboxes?

sand not dirt because dirt does not have healthy ingredients in it for the tortoise or turtle


How can you tell the difference between a turtle and a tort is in picture by shell?

how can you tell the difference between a tortoise and a turtle by shell in picture


Is a tortoise an example of an arthopod?

if you want me to anwser the question you have to tell me what arthopod is ok bye.


What is the size of the leaves of Gabi plant?

tell it to the tortoise with feelings :D yah such a hella


How do you care for a injured turtle whose shell has been punctured?

In 1991 our family had a tortoise and the family dog bit a hole in it's shell. Actually, two. We took the tortoise to a friend who cleaned the holes and applied plaster-of-paris. For years the tortoise had the plaster cast on it, and as the tortoise grew, pieces of the plaster would come off. All these years later, the plaster is completely gone, and the tortoise has a beautiful shell. You can't even tell that it ever had a problem. In 1991 our family had a tortoise and the family dog bit a hole in it's shell. Actually, two. We took the tortoise to a friend who cleaned the holes and applied plaster-of-paris. For years the tortoise had the plaster cast on it, and as the tortoise grew, pieces of the plaster would come off. All these years later, the plaster is completely gone, and the tortoise has a beautiful shell. You can't even tell that it ever had a problem. In 1991 our family had a tortoise and the family dog bit a hole in it's shell. Actually, two. We took the tortoise to a friend who cleaned the holes and applied plaster-of-paris. For years the tortoise had the plaster cast on it, and as the tortoise grew, pieces of the plaster would come off. All these years later, the plaster is completely gone, and the tortoise has a beautiful shell. You can't even tell that it ever had a problem.