Posted: Wed Dec 30, 2015 4:28 pm Turtle Hatchling Ate Gravel
I'm a first-time herp owner, and didn't know that gravel was a no-no despite doing my research, somehow i missed it. A few days ago, i noticed Turbo was coming on bigger pieces if my naturally-colored gravel, but then spitting it out. I removed my gravel that night, but i missed a couple tiny pieces (1/8 to 1/4' diameter) and i believe i saw her swallow one. This is the first time i actually saw her swallow a piece, but I'm not totally sure she hasn't before. I'm really, really nervous now since she's so small (only 3' shell length) even though she's eating as voraciously and is as active as usual. What signs should i look for that are signs she needs to be seen by a vet? I've never actually seen her go to the bathroom, so i wouldn't notice if she stopped.
