shell peeling??

[Vanillukit]

I just noticed this on my tortoise today after a soak, is this normal?? the other part of her shell has been like that since we got her.

 

[Ink]

How long have you had your tortoise? It looks like an old injury that is causing the scutes to fall off due to new growth. I'm not am expert.

 

[Vanillukit]

How long have you had your tortoise? It looks like an old injury that is causing the scutes to fall off due to new growth. I'm not am expert.

5 years

 

[Sarah2020]

Ensure regular warm shallow soaks for 30 mins in a high sided container. Check diet and ensure calcium is provide for good shell, bone, beak and claw growth. I would also give the shell a gentle run over with a soft toothbrush and wipe on some coconut oil on the top to help moisturise new growth and scutes. Enjoy

 

[Vanillukit]

Ensure regular warm shallow soaks for 30 mins in a high sided container. Check diet and ensure calcium is provide for good shell, bone, beak and claw growth. I would also give the shell a gentle run over with a soft toothbrush and wipe on some coconut oil on the top to help moisturise new growth and scutes. Enjoy

should i do coconut oil after the lights go off so she doesn’t get cooked lol

 

[Alex and the Redfoot]

should i do coconut oil after the lights go off so she doesn’t get cooked lol

It's better to do after soaking to trap more moisture on the shell.

You need to apply a really thin layer and then gently wipe the shell with a paper towel or cloth. The shell should not be shining like a bowling ball.

 

[Sarah2020]

I apply after a soak with kitchen Paper and gently rub over. Tricky parts I rub in oil with a finger. Heat should not be so hot or close to fry it!