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My tortoise has a runny nose and watery eyes. Does it need a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My tortoise is having running nose and watery eyes.please advise

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on December 11th, 2016

Have Peechu examined by an experienced herp veterinarian. She may have a respiratory infection. If left untreated, it can progress to pneumonia which can be deadly. Check the temps and humidity in her enclosure. Low temps can stress her and high humidity can cause respiratory infection.

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