Good news! The vet said Squirt was actually in better shape than we thought! Her bottom beak actually fell off this morning but he said that it would grow back although probably not completely. We did find out she is about 15 years old and in generally good health. She got her nails and beAk...
Thanks all! Right now she is not eating at all. Her bottom jaw? Looks like it is cracked. I am a little concerned that she needs to be outside and I don't have a whole lot of room for that option...
Thank you for all of the good advice already! @ Kimber I have family in Riverside, so I know the IE well. :)
We were worried about putting her outside because we still have raccoons and possums in the area. We have been trying to get her out to roam around during the day. She needs a nail...
My name is Stephanie. She was only eating worms and some turtle pellets. She eats some fruits and veggies now and the pellets. Are those bad for her? Her shell is in seriously bad shape, it is turned up on one corner...
I there! I am new to the site, we inherited a turtle from my sons class and really have no clue about what kind she is, age, etc. Her name is Squirt. I do think something may be wrong with her jaw and she is not a spectacular eater. I made an appt with a vet for Monday but wanted to see what...