Final Disposition
Released 23 January 2013
Marcia upon admission.
9/10 Turtle arrived with a small wound, possibly from a propeller. Treating with antibiotics.
9/12 “Marcia” not interested in eating. Started Fluid therapy.
9/14 Offered live crabs today. Turtle ate immediatley and started taking other food items later that afternoon.
9/27 Turtle has been taken off fluid therapy since it is eating very well. Turtle is now actively foraging for food.
10/7 Turtle has been put on antibiotics.
10/31 Bloodwork indicates low iron levels, weekly iron injections will be given.
11/7 Blood work parameters have improved and Marcia has been taken off antibiotics. Turtle is very active, eating well, and resting on the bottom of the tank.
11/9 and 11/16 Received iron injections.
12/11 Received antiparasitic medication. Due for one more dose of antiparasitic meds and as long as all other blood parameters maintain, turtle will be eligible for release soon.
1/6 Bloodwork and weight gain indicate turtle is eligible for release.
1/23 Marcia was released today!
Marcia during treatment.