When a new turtle first arrives home, many breeders will be eager to feed it food. In fact, this is incorrect. The tortoise may not adapt to a new environment when it first arrives, so we should not rush to feed it. We need to take a step-by-step approach and let the tortoise take the initiative to eat in three simple steps!

The first step: After buying the turtle, it needs to rest for 2-3 days after it arrives home. Do not feed it during this period of rest. This period of time allows the new turtle to adapt to the new environment and reduce stress reactions. During the resting period, we can observe the activities and excretion of the new turtles to ensure that they are healthy.

Step 2: After resting for 2 days, we can start trying to feed. First, we put 2-3 grains of turtle food in the water, then walk away, and then check whether the turtle has eaten it after 30 minutes. If the turtle does not eat it, we need to fish out the turtle food in time to avoid damaging the water quality. The amount of turtle food should be determined according to the size and age of the turtle to avoid overfeeding.

Step 3: If the new turtle has been refusing to eat turtle food and dried shrimp, we can try to replace it with fresh shrimp meat. Cut the shrimp meat into small pieces, then mash it and put it in the water. When feeding, avoid giving food to the new turtle, which can make the new turtle feel more at ease. Generally speaking, 90% of new turtles will take the initiative to start eating at this time.

If the turtle still doesn't open its mouth to eat food at this time, you need to consider whether the turtle is sick.

In the process of feeding turtles, we need to pay attention to the following points:

1. The feeding time should be fixed: we can choose to feed in the morning or evening to let the new turtles develop Good eating habits.

2. The frequency of feeding should be moderate: For new turtles, feeding 1-2 times a day is sufficient to avoid overfeeding.

3. The types of feeding should be diverse: In addition to turtle food and shrimp meat, we can also provide new turtles with some fresh vegetables, fruits and meat to ensure that they receive adequate nutrition.

4. Pay attention to the appetite and excretion of the new turtle: If you find that the new turtle has a loss of appetite or has abnormal excretion, you should adjust the feeding method in time or take them to the pet hospital for examination.

The feeding method of new turtles after they arrive home needs to be adjusted according to their actual conditions. Through reasonable feeding, gradually let the turtle start eating, without rushing. Step by step we can help new turtles adapt to their new environment faster and allow them to grow up healthily.