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My turtle has respiratory infection symptoms. What should I do now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Turtle | Female

My turtle is showing Symptoms of respiratory infection.. need urgent help as she is suffering alot n i feel she will die.. no nearby turtle vet so had to get help online.. plz help She is 6 months old..

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 5th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Dory and including a photo. Remove from an aquatic environment and dry dock. Heat support should be in the 80-85 F range. Allow to soak in a shallow, clean room temperature water for 1-2 hours twice daily, monitor to avoid drowning. A veterinary visit is mandatory for the prescription of antibiotics, which need to be injections, in an animal this ill. You need to find a veterinarian. Try the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV.org), they have a find a vet area. Good luck.

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