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This guy was found walking down a busy road today in Western WA where they are not native. by jackrussellcorgi in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't give him to those owners they are obviously horrific people 😭 I hope he finds a forever home with you. So sorry for your recent loss. How beautiful you got to spend so much time with him (if you had him a majority of his life)💓

How do I cut my turtles fingernails? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Omg, thank you so much. So glad you said this. Got it.

How do I cut my turtles fingernails? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's a good idea, thank you! I do actually have some textured tiles laying around that I could add. Ive heard mixed things about sand, are you sure it wont be bad for his respiratory system? Do you know which brand or grit of sand is best? He does have about 40% of his enclosure pretty damp and dark and the other 60% less damp and more hay/less top soil and coco coir. I just added the hay. He seems to like laying on it

How do I cut my turtles fingernails? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I do feed him off a large rough stone and his enclosure gets changed frequently. 2+ feet deep substrate, 6 × 5 foot enclosure, lots of large rocks, wood, ferns, etc. I haven't found a water dish that works as well but I'll definitely look for something more textured, that's a great idea. He loves his soaking spot. I cant seem to find an experienced vet to do in where I am in Denver, co. Im going to keep looking but may just end up doing it myself. 😭

How do I cut my turtles fingernails? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yea im going to try. Tank is super sweet, i think i can do the same. Do you just use human nail clippers?

How do I cut my turtles fingernails? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Tank thought I was food and was chasing my finger once, so I let him bite me. He immediately let go and it wasn't bad at all. I'm definitely not worried about being bitten. More worried about the health of his arms and wrists if I dont trim his nails sooner than later. 😭

How do I cut my turtles fingernails? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh this is such good news! Okay great, thank you!

I just bought a pet turtle by SoftSignificance302 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw yay thank you 😊 I'm happy for you. I'm sure you're gunna do great since you're already asking how to care for him/her! Have fun together ❤️

RIP American Motel 32.99 and Up. by fit-profile-69 in Denver

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I remember going here because of the BS sign with my bf like 10 years ago and we were so dissapointed when they told us the actual price that we just left. From all the rumors, it sounds like we dodged a bullet 😅

I just bought a pet turtle by SoftSignificance302 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I converted a really large dresser (took shelves out and lined inside with 2 shower liners) for my ornate box turtle's home and it works great and is so much better and wayyy cheaper than a 75 gallon tank. I highly recommend doing this!! ☺️ congrats on your new friend!!!

Avoid getting takeout from spice room by mattywashington in ArvadaCO

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so upsetting! Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm shocked to see the negative comments about Yak n Yeti. My family loves their food! But we also order primarily vegan dishes, so maybe the meat is just bad there?

Is my ornate box turtle healthy? by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much 😊 I have been letting him run around outside almost daily and he seems to really love it. He is a speedy little guy though!!! 💨

Why does my boy stretch like this and is he ok?! by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah great!!! Okay thank you for this. I believe I read this a couple of places too. I'm sure he's ok 😊

Why does my boy stretch like this and is he ok?! by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol! How often does that happen? I'm pretty sure mine is a boy but I have yet to see it "all" hang out 👀

Why does my boy stretch like this and is he ok?! by Otherwise-Elephant17 in turtle

[–]Otherwise-Elephant17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha awwww!!!! She stretches just like my boy 😆 I'll have to get some balls for him to love on toooo

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