ABSTRACT: Knowledge of tortoise husbandry and welfare has come on by leaps and bounds in the past few years and nurses can now achieve much more in the education of clients in practice The aim of this article is to provide and encourage the implementation of basic knowledge of tortoise husbandry. Common problems associated with poor husbandry will be included to enable the nurse to promote the welfare of these challenging patients.

Author

Lucy Toombs BSc(Hons) RVN MBVNA

Lucy qualified from Middlesex University/Royal Veterinary College/ College of Animal Welfare in 2011, gaming a BSc (Hons) Degree in Veterinary Nursing. She has a keen interest in exotics and wildlife. Lucy has two dogs, one cat and two African dwarf frogs.

Keywords: Clinical, Health, Tortoises

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 28 (12) • December 2013 • pp400-404

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