Hitting an internal organ via IM injection is not possible, even through hind limb injection. Other injections, in turtles may be an issue, such as bladder, but muscular is not near any organ. Please read these refeernces as many still believe what is commonly posted online:





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Posted by: golfdiva at Thu Jul 31 16:57:37 2008 [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ]



I think it's because it's easier to accidently hit an internal organ when an injection is give in the back legs. However, if the turtle needs several shots, the vet will rotate which leg is used. I know my vet gave my turtle an injection in all four legs.

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