Turtles and Tortoises

Learn more about our turtle and tortoise services below.

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Turtle and Tortoise Care in Westford, MA

Veterinary Care for Turtles

At Whole Pet Veterinary Hospital, we understand the unique needs of turtles and are dedicated to providing specialized care for these remarkable pets. From aquatic to terrestrial species, our team is experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide range of health issues, such as respiratory infections, shell damage, nutritional deficiencies, and parasites. 

Veterinary Care for Tortoises

At Whole Pet Veterinary Hospital, we provide expert veterinary care for tortoises, focusing on their unique health and husbandry needs. Our services include wellness exams, nutritional counseling, and treatment for common issues such as metabolic bone disease, shell infections, respiratory problems, and parasite management. We also offer guidance on proper enclosure setup, temperature regulation, and diet to ensure your tortoise’s long-term health and well-being. Whether you’re caring for a small Russian tortoise or a larger Sulcata, our team is dedicated to helping your shelled companion thrive through personalized, compassionate care.

Common Turtle & Tortoise Species

Here are some of the most common species we see at Whole Pet Veterinary Hospital:

Turtles

  • Red-Eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans)
  • Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta)
  • Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina)
  • Map Turtle (Graptemys spp.)
  • Musk Turtle (Common Musk or Stinkpot) (Sternotherus odoratus)
  • Spotted Turtle (Clemmys guttata)
  • Yellow-Bellied Slider (Trachemys scripta scripta)
  • Diamondback Terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin)
  • Cooter Turtle (Pseudemys spp.)
  • Reeves Turtle (Mauremys reevesii)

Tortoises

  • Russian Tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii)
  • Sulcata Tortoise (African Spurred Tortoise) (Centrochelys sulcata)
  • Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis)
  • Greek Tortoise (Testudo graeca)
  • Hermann’s Tortoise (Testudo hermanni)
  • Indian Star Tortoise (Geochelone elegans)
  • Red-Footed Tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonarius)
  • Yellow-Footed Tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulatus)
  • Egyptian Tortoise (Testudo kleinmanni)
  • Pancake Tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri)