I just recieved a sulcata tortoise today. He is medium sized. I noticed when I took him out of the shipping box he was a little wheezy. I also just noticed his nose is runny. Does this mean he is sick? What can I do for him also when I take him to the vet what will they normally give him? Anymore info would be helpful. Thanks!
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Sulcata respiratory infection...
gidyen39
Jun 04, 2003 09:19 PM
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cagrlalwys
Jun 06, 2003 10:47 AM
Respiratory infections (which is what it sounds like) are very serious and can kill a tortoise if left too long. Take him to the vet and he will get antibiotics for it. I forget which one they gave me when my female russian had a small one but it sure worked. Good luck and I hope he feels better soon 
Gidyen39
Jun 06, 2003 02:40 PM
I took him to the vet yesterday and sure enought a URI. They gave me a nasal flush of baytril solution to apply every 24-48 hours. He said he should show no signs in 5-7 days
