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RE: Spotted Turtle - Please help!

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Posted by: jgSAV at Tue Nov 28 22:01:57 2006  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by jgSAV ]  
   

Yeah second that Ken.

Willieturtle, it seems you are on the right track. Up the calcium, vitamin D3, UV lighting, and make sure the phosphorous intake levels are not too high. As Ken said this reversal process will take a long time to correct. Without a picture (hopefully you can post one) we can't get a a full grip for this lumpy shell affect. I also want to make sure it is not normal juvenile spotted turtle shell growth, as their scutes will be sightly more pyramided when young but then completely smooth out. Because you are worried about the situation it is probably not this though. If it is true pyramiding from improper diet/conditions you may always see its "scars" but if turned around early enough, which you are can get the turtle back on the right track of proper overall bone growth and health.

Good luck.

-JG


   

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