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My 4-month Horsefield tortoise is inactive and won't eat. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Tortoise

My tortoise doesn’t seem to be very active today and seems to have a loss of appetite. It’s a 4 month horsefield tortoise. Normally very active just seems a bit off

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on January 20th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Pedro. Review husbandry and diet, as if too cold, will depress appetite. Illness such as upper respiratory disease (sinus congestion) or intestinal infections/parasites can affect appetite. If husbandry is adequate, a veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. Good luck.

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