3573. A 4-month-old red-eared slider stops eating and swims lop-sided

 

Video - swimming lop-sided 2 weeks after purchase as a 3-month-old from a pet shop.

Anorexia, inactive for the past few days

The owner did not use this small filter as she
thinks it is not effective.

She has not provided shade for this slider to hide when 
he needs to get away from the ultraviolet light rays from 7 pm to 11 pm.

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Turtles are becoming increasingly popular, but housing them can be difficult. Fish tanks do not provide them with the dry space they need and outdoor ponds expose them to threats from potential predators. If you have the space and the skills, building an indoor pond could be a great option for your turtle. Keep in mind the rule of thumb for the size is 10 gallons (37.9 L) per inch of shell. An indoor pond can be a decorative addition to your home and consists of a pre-formed pond that you can purchase in a variety of shapes and sizes, a basking area, and a frame.

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SUMMARY —

• Red-eared sliders need an area of dry land to warm up and dry off.
• The basking platform should be (at minimum) large enough for the turtle’s entire body to leave the water.
• They also need a land area big enough for the turtle to walk about and lay eggs (if applicable).
• Heat and UVB lamps should be placed directly above the basking spot.
• The best way to provide a basking area for your turtle is to create an artificial shoreline.
• When properly built, above-tank basking platforms can be suitable.
• Basking islands are acceptable, but best used with an artificial shoreline.
• Avoid using store-bought basking platforms whenever possible.