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Old 24-01-2019, 09:49 AM   #13
ClareandCo
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Ok, I tied and cut the thing. He seems a lot better in terms of mobility and overall attitude, but so far today hasn't eaten anything. Hopefully he will get better soon.

@Yvonne G, they are somewhat rare here too, and I'm in Argentina, where the species originates. It's illegal to sell them, let alone have one as a pet. I haven't seen a turtle for sale in a pet shop since the 80s. BUT, Margaret Turtler and Darthes, the parents of all my torts, have been in the family since before that.
Glad it seems to be sorted.

If they are illegal to keep, presumably a Vet is under an obligation to report to the relevant authorities should you take in for treatment? Although, if they are in their original 'home', it would be slightly different?
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