Help Exact Search: You have found an injured or sick turtle or tortoise. In nature a sick or injured animal is at risk of being eaten by a predator. For this reason they only display symptoms at the very end of their illness so if you find a turtle that is sick or injured you must get that turtle to a local vet, rehabber or Wildlife Center. Do not allow this animal to come in contact with any other wildlife or pets. Transport it in a safe and clean container. Do not release this animal without consulting an expert. Turtle Homes will assist you to find help for this turtle. There are several ways of going about this. You may call us for help with an injured turtle 7 days a week from the hours of 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM EST. 516 623-3079. If you come across a turtle that is injured after hours you must bring it to your local animal emergency room. You may contact one of the Turtle Home Alliance Groups. For a listing of your local group press here. Check with your local animal control office, Fish and Wildlife or Department of Environmental Conservation. They will have a listing of where you can bring the turtle or you can check here for a local person.

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