Should I be worried?

[Angrycowgoesmoo]

I bought new substrate called coconut fiber and mixed it with this other mulch thing that I can't remember it's name (threw bag away already) and it seems to stick on his feet.

The problem with that is when he would go in his water and get out he would also go into his food and he would get the bedding in his food. Is it okay for him to eat? What should I do about it or am I just worrying too much?

Thanks for replying

 

[abclements]

No worries. A little Coco Fiber won't really harm him. It's when he's eating it by the mouthfuls that it becomes a problem. If you think it's too much, just feed him and then remove his food when he's had his fill.

 

[ascott]

and keep him well hydrated and that will help to lessen and impaction from substrate ingestion issue.....

with this species of tort....do you keep the substrate a little moistened down? this also helps to keep the issue to a minimum...and time will also help this to lessen....did you take the palm of your hand and press down really hard and pack it down to allow for a firm surface for walking and less sticking to tootsies?

 

[Minority1]

coconut fiber/coir is a great but messy substrate. There are mixed feelings on this matter some love it some prefer other substrates. It is harmless and safe to eat. I've never seen any bugs or tiny worms in coconut coir so that's a giant plus for me.


Old posts about coconut coir if you're interested.
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/thread-33625.html
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/thread-45179.html
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/thread-35861.html