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Rehabiliation

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Russian Tortoise
Nail Care: Clip their nails like you would a dog's nail, careful to avoid the quick.

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Russian Tortoise
Beak Care: There are several tools that can be used to trim the beak such as a nail file or Dremel tool. (Sedation might be required by a veterinarian.)

The cause of beak excessive beak growth is inappropriate habitat setup. Habits need rocks and hard surfaces to help the animals wear down there nails and beaks. Adding a bird cuttle bone to the habitat may also be helpful. You should not use sand. 

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Three-toed Box Turtle
This image shows early signs of respiratory infection or illness. Eye drops must be provided by a veterinarian. You can also rinse with luke warm water before using drops.

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Three-toed Box Turtle
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This image depicts an abscess. It is important to catch early if you can and begin treatment.

Acceptable Medications:
  • BayTril (by prescription from vet.)
  • Repti Calcium
  • Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP
  • Repti Turtle Eye Drops


Note: Always check with your veterinarian before administering medication.


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Allen E. Anderson
(C) (515) 631-0734​
allen@sandboxsanctuary.com
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  • Home
    • About the Owner
    • Beginning of the Sanctuary
    • Sponsors
    • IA Laws
  • The Sanctuary
  • Photo Gallery
    • Turtles
    • Tortoises
    • Educational Programs
    • Iowa Photo Gallery
  • Learn
    • Rehabilitation
    • Reproduction
  • Programs
  • Other Projects
    • Field Research
    • Toads
    • Toad Research
    • Tree Frog Research
    • Rattlesnakes
    • General Gallery