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How to safely wake your tortoise after hibernation
It is important that your Tortoise returns to eating quickly after waking from hibernation. The following guidance notes will hopefully help to limit problems during this time and indicate when Veterinary assistance is required.
At Beaumont, we offer a variety of tests:
Treatment is directed at treating any underlying disease process found during examination or tests. General supportive measures though include regular bathing to promote drinking along with urination and defecation. If voluntary intake of fluid or food is not occurring then oral fluids via a stomach tube and force feeding is the next stage.
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