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FAQ's Page This page is just where I answer some frequently asked questions on various tortoise message boards I visit. Q.) Should I 'bath' my tortoise? I 'bath' all of my tortoises to keep their hydration up. They absorb water through the cloaca and will also drink through the mouth whilst bathing. I soak them in Luke warm water for 20 minutes. My large tortoises get baths weekly, and my younger tortoises get daily baths. I also offer large dishes in their enclosures so that they have a good opportunity to drink and soak themselves at their own free will. Q.) My tortoise has urinated a white creamy substance- is this normal? Yes, this is called Urates. It is the expulsion of excess uric acid. It is completely normal. It should be creamy in consistency, not gritty or solid. If Urates are gritty or solid, then your tortoise is probably dehydrated. Increase the baths to two a day until the tortoise's Urates return to a normal consistency. Dehydration can be fatal if not treated instantly. Q.) Help! I found my tortoise upside down, could he die of this? Tortoises often take a tumble when they are exploring their enclosure. They will not come to any harm as long as they are not left on their back under lamps for a long time. If you find your tortoise under the lamp, then they may be dehydrated, so give your tortoise a long soak. Tortoises can easily flip themselves back on their front if they have a suitable substrate, and probably flip on their backs lots of times when you are not looking! I have personally watched my tortoises fall on their back and right themselves many times. To Submit your questions for the FAQ page- just email me at: Click here to go back to the homepage
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