First, how to judge whether the turtle is constipated
In fact, if the pet owner usually pays attention to observation For tortoises, once the tortoise is constipated, the pet owner can easily find it. Turtle constipation is generally manifested as a long time without defecation, decreased appetite, decreased food intake, decreased activity and other symptoms. Turtles are most likely to have constipation symptoms when the seasons alternate in spring and autumn, because at this stage, the ambient temperature varies greatly from day to night, and the tortoise is prone to weaken the function of the digestive organs in this case. The reduction can cause the tortoise’s cloaca hole to shrink. At this time, the bait eaten by the tortoise cannot be fully digested, and the feces in its intestines cannot be discharged normally, resulting in the accumulation of feces in its intestines. Cause bowel rupture or cause death.
Of course, in addition to the above causes, there are many other causes of constipation in turtles. More or the turtle ingests indigestible food in the water, etc., the above conditions can also cause the turtle to be constipated.
Second, the treatment of tortoise constipation
When the tortoise is constipated , it will be very uncomfortable, and because of the discomfort, its feed intake will continue to decrease. And long-term constipation, tortoise constipation symptoms may develop into more serious conditions such as intestinal obstruction and intestinal rupture. Therefore, if the turtle is found to be constipated, be sure to help it solve it in time. Among them, the commonly used methods for the treatment of turtle constipation are:
1. Put the turtle from the normal water temperature into the water with lower temperature, which can promote the excretion of the turtle. At that time, this method is not scientific. , may not help.
2. Use Kaisailu for sick turtles to promote defecation. As for the dosage, please refer to the dosage for infants and young children.
3. Feed the constipated turtle with edible sesame oil to promote defecation, and so on.
If none of the above methods work, it is recommended to take the sick turtle to the pet hospital for treatment as soon as possible.
