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Urine colour
Posted: 28/05/2015 by isy.ewart@googlemail.com

Dear forum


Had my tortoises a month now and all seems well but today Boo a 6 year old Herman passed a large quantity of pink coloured urine.  I understand that dandelions can change the colour of urine but I am obviously concerned that there may be something wrong.  I may take to the vet anyway but any advice gratefully received. 

Many thanks
Isy

Re: Urine colour
Posted: 28/05/2015 by Tom

Hello Isy,

It may be something it has eaten, or it may have urinated shortly after defacating, hence a brownish tinge. I assume that they are living outside most days (?).

Play safe, but rather than take it to a vet, perhaps arrange to have a fairly fresh urine sample tested.

Also discuss with the previous owners.

Regards,
Tom

Re: Urine colour
Posted: 02/06/2015 by isy.ewart@googlemail.com

Dear Tom

Thanks for response.  I have to say all seems well again now - urine clear as ever.  I don't know what that was but I'm limiting dandelions for a while. 

Regards

Isy

 

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