My RES has been eating her basking dock and I am not sure why. At first I thought she was still hungry so I would feed her but she would immediately start eating the dock afterwards. Then I tried Turtle Bone thinking she needed to chew on something. She ignored it. I am at a loss. Over time, she has eaten a decent size chunk out of the dock, since she seems to be smart enough to do it when I am not around. Anyone have suggestions? Thanks.
Andrea
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RES eating basking dock
actf
Nov 13, 2010 03:14 PM
Replies (4)
Linda G
Nov 13, 2010 08:02 PM
What is her dock make out of?
actf
Nov 20, 2010 10:35 AM
It seems to be some type of durable styrofoam to me. It's the Zoo Med Turle Doc. Here is a link to it: http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2752662
DMBfan
Apr 19, 2012 10:45 PM
I have the same exact problem and just posted on the forum about it. I have no idea what to do to prevent her from doing it. I've done all the same things you have! I have to buy a new dock every couple months! If you come across any solutions let me know!
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actf
Apr 21, 2012 07:34 PM
It was the oddest thing when my RES was eating her basking dock. So as odd as her behavior began, it oddly stopped. Not sure why but she just stopped. So sorry I don't have any gratuitous advice on this. I hope your turtle stops one day like mine did.
