broken shell

by Russell
(St. Petersburg FL)

My dog got ahold of my tortoise and she broke the shell and I was wondering if I can do anything to help him maybe there is something I can put on him to prevent infection if so please let me know A.S.A.P. my tortoise is very young and I need to address this matter very quickly


Thanks
Russell

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May 16, 2010
Damaged tortoise shell
by: Shelly

It's important to get the tortoise to the vet as soon as possible. The vet can properly clean the wound and prescribe antibiotics if necessary. Dog bites can be serious.

Keep it slow and steady.

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