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Re: sick turtle

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Posted by jimsworld on April 21, 2003 at 18:36:04:

In Reply to: Re: sick turtle posted by turtleyman on April 21, 2003 at 15:58:33:

:do you have a UVB light? if not, this (and natural sunlight) is the only way to give the turtle vitamin D3. if you use natural sunlight, make sure its not through the window glass, or aquarium glass, because that reflects the vitamins and the turt will not get them...... other than that, try to consult a vet. good luck and keep us posted


Well you definitely have a respiratory infection. Lack of vitamin and too cool of temperature are high causes of this. Increase the temperature to around 37 C and get a good multivitamin. You must..I add...MUST go and see your vet. He will probobly recommend treating, if needed, with nephrotoxic and cardiomyotixic drugs. Don't mess with RI's they can quickly kill your friend...Hope this helps..




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