Diesel Dogtoise
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"Diesel", my dogtoise (he's a tortoise who thinks he's a dog, the way he follows me all around the yard) is healthy, active, good eater, good pooper. But recently I notice what appears to be a separation of some rearward scutes on his shell. I'm feeding him mostly wild grass, weeds and hay, with minimal veggies and fruit. He lives in my large Southern California backyard, and sleeps in a wooden dog(toise) house, with a heat pad attached to the back wall. He rarely drinks the water I give him, but I pre-soak his food in water, so he's getting some water in addition to the water content of his food itself.
Here are some pics. What is happening here and what should I do?
Here are some pics. What is happening here and what should I do?