My turtle bit another's tail. Is a minor injury serious? What to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Hi my pet turtle was rescently bit on the tail by my other turtle it doesn’t look too bad but I’m still concerned I cannot afford the vet right now is it something I should be concerned about? What do I do?
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Published on February 23rd, 2018
Separate them if you can to allow healing. Keep the water as clean as possible to prevent infection. Clean the area daily with a diluted betadine or chlorhexidine solution then allow for a 1-2 hour dry dock (out of the water) period. If the wound doesn't heal or if Sammy becomes lethargic or stops eating, then have your veterinarian or an experienced herp vet perform an exam and administer treatment as indicated.
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Published on February 26th, 2018
If you have a male who is constantly aggressive with a female then you may need to consider separating them. It can be dangerous and very stressful for the female. As for the wound I would encourage you to have her evaluated by your veterinarian soon. Reptiles do not heal very quickly and they can develop deep infections that many need antibiotic therapy to resolve. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.
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