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My Sweet Tort got her Toenail stuck and when she pulled her toe the entire nail came off leaving only the quick, as seen in this picture. POOR THING. I have put triple anti-ointment on it as the vet suggested. However, is there anything more I can/should do for my poor Tort?

The life of Soso

Thank you! I can tell by this pic, that Soso's shell is similar just a larger area. Thank you~

You would be surprised! :) Usually when I wake up to turn her "daytime on" she already beats me to the punch with a look that says, "Take me outside and watch me eat in this sweltering weather."... I just do what I'm told.

30!? Wow! I wish I knew how old Soso was! She is much larger, but I guess size wouldn't be a major indicator either way?

I recently adopted a Russian Tort, her name is Soso. Judging by her exterior it looks like she had a pretty rough go of things until they found her wandering in Milwaukee, WI and took her to a reptile sanctuary. Her scutes, which are they to protect the boning underneath (correct?) are chipped...

Thank you KaitK! This was taken shortly after her adoption, so her shell is still in rough shape, but she looks so much healthier now! I will upload some soon I hope! How old is your Tort?

This is ALL great information! Not just for beginners even, it's also a great reminder for long-time pet owners!

I always look at forums discussing this subject. When I became a first time tort owner, I was so excited about my new addition. I really thought Soso must be "lonely" being by herself and always eating or sleeping....How's that for an unknowledgeable Russian Tort owner for ya?! I'm very glad I...

I'm excited to be part of Tortoise Forum, and can't wait to hear what everyone has to say. As a relatively new Tort owner (2 years) I love hearing and learning new things, and peoples' opinions on them. I understand not everyone will agree with you, your posts, and vice versa, however that's...