Growing

[Chasen]

So, The Little T is growing. I'm beginning to see more white coming in and the last weigh in was 62g. That was a few days ago, so a new weight check will be in order tomorrow. Now that the staying alive hurdle has been crossed, my concern is preventing the pyramiding. Before anyone asks, the enclosure is as it should be with temps and humidity levels and the soaks are happening daily. Have a look and tell me your thoughts. @Yvonne G , I remember you recommending cold pressed coconut oil. Can you please tell me your application process? The whole carapace or just the growth rings? Thanx all

 

[Yvonne G]

I've recommended using it on new growth that isn't coming in as it should - fused, too dry, etc. But on a normal, good growing tortoise, I don't think any topical is necessary. Some people use it on a regular basis. If that's the case, you just dip your application cloth (any soft cloth wrapped around your finger) and wipe it on the tortoise. Allow it to absorb for about 15 minutes, then take a clean, soft, absorbent cloth and polish it all off.

 

[Tom]

So, The Little T is growing. I'm beginning to see more white coming in and the last weigh in was 62g. That was a few days ago, so a new weight check will be in order tomorrow. Now that the staying alive hurdle has been crossed, my concern is preventing the pyramiding. Before anyone asks, the enclosure is as it should be with temps and humidity levels and the soaks are happening daily. Have a look and tell me your thoughts. @Yvonne G , I remember you recommending cold pressed coconut oil. Can you please tell me your application process? The whole carapace or just the growth rings? Thanx all

Congrats man! You did it!

 

[jsheffield]

I use this product on my redfoot once a week ... I don't think it's necessary with a healthy tortoise getting a balanced diet and living in good conditions, but I think it helps keep his shell moist, and it looks nice.

Jamie

 

[Chasen]

I've recommended using it on new growth that isn't coming in as it should - fused, too dry, etc. But on a normal, good growing tortoise, I don't think any topical is necessary. Some people use it on a regular basis. If that's the case, you just dip your application cloth (any soft cloth wrapped around your finger) and wipe it on the tortoise. Allow it to absorb for about 15 minutes, then take a clean, soft, absorbent cloth and polish it all off.

Does it look like I should do it? Are you able to tell from the pics?

 

[Chasen]

Congrats man! You did it!

Thanx bud. It's a great feeling.

 

[Chasen]

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I use this product on my redfoot once a week ... I don't think it's necessary with a healthy tortoise getting a balanced diet and living in good conditions, but I think it helps keep his shell moist, and it looks nice.

Jamie

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I use this product on my redfoot once a week ... I don't think it's necessary with a healthy tortoise getting a balanced diet and living in good conditions, but I think it helps keep his shell moist, and it looks nice.

Jamie

Thanx. Where do you get it? I'm not finding anything when I google

 

[Blackdog1714]

Search on TFO I saw a post where I think he was willing to trade for some. He makes himself

 

[Yvonne G]

Does it look like I should do it? Are you able to tell from the pics?

No, he doesn't need it. I don't see any stuck scutes or any dry new growth seams.

 

[jsheffield]

Thanx. Where do you get it? I'm not finding anything when I google

I make it myself, and would be happy to work out a trade or something of you'd like to try some.

Jamie

 

[Chasen]

Search on TFO I saw a post where I think he was willing to trade for some. He makes himself

thanx

 

[Chasen]

No, he doesn't need it. I don't see any stuck scutes or any dry new growth seams.

Phew.. Thank you Yvonne.

 

[Chasen]

I make it myself, and would be happy to work out a trade or something of you'd like to try some.

Jamie

Thank you, but I'm told I don't need it..