My tortoise was hit by a car and can't move. What should I do now?

A veterinary visit is important, as soon as possible and this tortoise sounds critical, if even alive. It is difficult to palpate a heart beat so a doppler at the veterinarian is needed. Good luck.

Tortoises have been known to appear dead for several hours and then start moving again. Please have a reptile vet see Freda asap, as they can help you determine what is going on. Check https://findavet.rcvs.org.uk/home/ for reptile vets in your area, and good luck.

He should be examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. If your vet is unavailable, have him seen at the nearest veterinary ER. The wounds should be assessed and treated as indicated. Antibiotics and pain management will likely be indicated. Secure the tank to prevent incursions by predators or scavengers.

Haru needs to be examined by a veterinarian immediately. X-rays will likely be taken after a physical exam to diagnose any fractures or spinal injury. Soft tissue damage would have a better chance at recovery than a fractured spine. Only your vet can determine Haru's prognosis after an exam. Good luck.

Paraplegia in a reptile is a very bad prognostic indicator. I would call up the company who shipped this animal to you right away and let them know what is hapening. Unfortunately, many of these companies have disclaimers regarding injuries or illness during shipping, so they may not be so willing to help you. In terms of medical care for your reptiles, I just did a quick look into your surrounding area. There are a couple of doctors in East Lansing and Grand Rapids who appear to treat reptiles. Because there aren't many around, many times they are happy to just talk to your on the telephone if you give them a call and describe what is going on. Hope this helps.

Thanks for reaching out about Silica. By the description, this could be a calcium deficiency or metabolic bone disease. Check and correct husbandry parameters such as environmental temperature (day/night, highs/lows, basking site/cool side), UVB exposure and diet. A veterinary visit is highly recommended, ASAP, even if you don't elect to perform any diagnostic testing. Medications can be suggested and/or provided to improve recovery. Good luck.

Thanks for reaching out about your turtle. Removed from the water to a dry enclosure with a warm towel, to prevent drowning. A veterinary visit this morning is highly recommended, as the high water temperatures have probably caused some internal thermal damage, maybe brain swelling. Anti-inflammatories and possible medications to decrease brain swelling. This is an emergency by your description. Good luck.