Urgent Care :: Im worried about my turtle!

[ashcan_86]

I have had my RES for about a year now and he has been just fine and eats normally and would swim around and act like a normal turtle. Well recently he has stopped eating and wont swim he just floats. I have no idea what to do and I don't want him to die. He's part of my family! Please help!!

Thank you,
Ashley

[WarChief]

I'm by far not an expert on turtles. however, as with any other of gods creatures, when they start acting lethargic, I would have a vet trip planned as soon as I possible could. Only a good vet check will give you some positive directions to go in.

There are links on the RES site that will help you search for a vet in your area if you don't already have one in mind.

[Diamondbacks4Life]

Yes, if he is floating that is not a good sign combined with the not eating. He could have a bad respitory infection. You should seek a vet asap as it can be deadly if left go.

[penelope]

First, welcome to the Forum and trusting us with your question.
Ashley, I have to agree with WarChief and Diamondbacks4Life - not eating AND just floating is a bad sign.
Find a vet in your area and get him checked. Taking a shortcut at this point is playing with fire. Trust me. I know.