litefoot wrote:You have a good plan on those two areas of concern. I would modify just a little. Yes keep them clean so no infection sets in as you are doing. A quarantine tank would be good to use for awhile just in case an infection shows up , observe well to protect the other turtle from any shared infections , that’s if they can only share the same tank. To offer better healing time I would dry dock over night ( keep temps right) then place in a quarantine tank during the day so it can eat , hydrate , play and be a turtle. Keep it simple , turtles use there claws for everything…
I would place a dry towel in the dry dock and keep dry dock on the small side so not to move around a lot. This will help prevent father damage especially to the nail area. This will heal good and he will be well again ! Dry docking is best for wound care and keep it clean. Over night give's more heal time and he should sleep at night with less moving around.
That fall may not seem a lot to us giants but a turtle it’s big. In the next few days observe well for any other signs for internal problem.
You done good homework , keep it up !
A herp/reptile vet visit would tell you what's being done is good. X rays and a hands on visit to look could tell if other possible internal problem but myself think he should be ok from 2' especially with no other warning signs. A vet visit would be more peace of mind for you , your call. Do as you are doing and observe well. You are a good parent !
Is this Cheeky or Cheesy ? Both must be much larger now.
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