I have a tortoise that was attacked by a dog, we took him to the vet and got shots and a solution to soak him in 3 weeks ago. now he stays inside until better. just got attacked again but much worse. no exotic vets around to take to... what should I do? please help. my number is 7148736087
I NEED HELP!!!!!!! (dog attack)
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Why is this tort getting attacked twice? Fix that problem ASAP and put the tort for now in an enclosure with paper towels on the bottom and keep him warm 85 with a basking spot and water.
Post pics and if you have anything left from the first attack use it. Then keep this poor fella away from any dogs for good!
Post pics and if you have anything left from the first attack use it. Then keep this poor fella away from any dogs for good!
Dogs and tortoises never mix, ever. What kind of tortoise and how old? Where are you located?
Follow @wellington's instructions and keep a close look after him. Post pictures of you can.
Follow @wellington's instructions and keep a close look after him. Post pictures of you can.
Why can't you take him back to the vet the poor thing already seen for the first attack?
We dipped him in a tub of water and put the ointment the vet gave us from the previous incident. There is no 24 hour exotic vet on duty. He his alive and moving but seems to be in pain. I plan to take him to the original vet we saw first thing in the morning. I fear this is really bad. I live in the city of orange. Once again,please help
Tortoises are popular chew toys among dogs, especially when they hit the flesh and their predator instincts kick in. That's a pretty bad wound but I believe he can survive with proper and constant care and an infection doesn't get started. If it was your dog, do not allow him around your tortoise anymore.
City of Orange, Texas or California?
City of Orange, Texas or California?
Eduardo Hernandez
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California, I recognize the 714 area code as mine
OP, I know there's a 24/7 vet in Fountain Valley that claims they can treat exotic animals, but I have no experience with them so I'd search around first. I don't remember the name, however.
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You need to get him to a vet, whether they specialize in exotic animals or not. I should think any animal vet would know how to patch up a bloody wound?? hope he gets treatment quick! Keep us updated about how he's doing, and please keep him away from the dog!!!!! If the dog is not yours, then keep him inside until you have a chat with your neighbors.
Gosh! That's a horrific injury. Keep it clean and apply pressure to keep it from bleeding while getting the animal to animal ER. I am so sorry for your tortoise and you. Pls keep us updated.
It does look bad and I'm sure he's in pain. I'm hoping by now you were able to get him to a vet. Let us know what happens. If your not at the vets yet, keep him warm and the wound clean and bugs away.
What dog keeps attacking your tortoise? Is it yours? No offense but I'm scratching and shaking my head on this one...
Eric, I think the OP is feeling horrible about that. Sometimes we learn the hard way...
Oh, I understand Pearly but my post is meant to be a reminder that if this tortoise survives...any and all steps should be taken so another reoccurring attack doesn't happen ever again. Even if it's the OPs dog. Nursing the thing back to health is a priority but there also better be a planned solution to these attacks too or there will be no more tortoise! No sugarcoating on this one, sorry!
Any Vet ASAP that will cover the wound, give something for pain and guide you to a closest specialist. Any Vet will be better then nothing. Good luck and hurry!
Any Vet will be able to give first help.
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I know, Eric, and completely agree, but I also believe in redemption. Bad things happen to good people, and some of us tend to anticipate and avoid problems, others are more of risk takers, and yet another group has little if any ability to foresee the bad consequences, but by this same token those are the people who tend to think in completely different categories, then most of us, often outside of the box. They are the visionaries, the inventors and innovators, maybe the heroes who without hesitation jump into the burning house to safe someone... you know what I'm saying? Having ALL those types of human ways of thinking is what makes our beautiful World turn around. We all make mistakes at times and as long as we are willing to own them and make amends, it's ok. Again, bad things HAPPEN. Accidents HAPPEN. I feel horrible for the little tortoise! My heart breaks for the pain and horror she's been enduring, but our OP is attempting to counteract whatever had caused that horrific accident. Was it someone's mistake and lack of foresight by letting the dog in with the tort? Or was it just pure freak accident? It's DONE. Can't undo. Now it's about damage control: first aide to the hurt animal, for God's sake I hope someone gives her some narcotic pain meds! treat her traumatic injury, control bleeding and prevent infection. Then if she survives, facilitate good rehabilitation to restore her to normal function and provide her with good loving, safe home for the rest of her days as she will be a Special Needs Pet from this time on. Then... we all need to draw valuable lesson from this and spread the message in the effort to prevent such unnecessary accidents from happening in the future
One attack ok but 2 times in 3 weeks No excuse
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Once, but not twice!
Bashing people online is not helpful. Whatever the reason. Please focus on helping not judging.
I know, still, all I can think of now, is "that poor tort! Someone give her some pain meds! Now!" And "that poor OP!" I know he will do enough self-bashing without our help. I'd rather give him credit for reaching out for help.
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How's your tortoise doing @jakeman87 ? We're all anxious for you! I hope you were able to find a vet!
