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dog attack

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Question
What can I do to treat my sulcata's shell?  It has a small puncture on lower carapace and 2 on the top.

Answer
Hi Stephen,

You need to take him to the vet for proper sterilization and medication. Shell damage isnt like a cut on flesh. It can be severe and if infected can cause serious damage. Contact your vet make an appointment. If you dont have a vet search this site for one located near you.

http://www.herpvetconnection.com

Besides that just work on keeping the enclosure clean until then and do what you need to prevent more damage.

Good luck
Yexalen