DISABLED BABY TORTOISE GETS WHEELS!

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  • @Mist3rChing
    @Mist3rChing 2 роки тому +171

    What a strong character he's showing despite his condition. He definitely deserves a second chance at life. Hopefully he recovers them rear legs when he's bigger

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  2 роки тому +14

      Thank you!!

    • @Ty-sm9cv
      @Ty-sm9cv 2 роки тому +20

      @@GardenStateTortoise Something that might work would be a "skid plate" for the bottom of the shell. You can get teflon sheets with adhesive on them, This would prevent friction on the area that contacts the ground and it would increase mobility by reducing friction =)

    • @bryceharper446
      @bryceharper446 2 роки тому +2

      He’s a fighter

    • @HelloItsKaz
      @HelloItsKaz 2 роки тому +4

      YES! Although a Cyborg Tortoise would be pretty cool.

    • @RowanWarren78
      @RowanWarren78 2 роки тому +1

      @@GardenStateTortoise Hi, I wasn't sure how to reach you but I would very much like to write a children's book about your baby with wheels! Please let me know what you think. I wouldn't want to do this without your blessing. 😊

  • @inmyshoeswheelsoptional9848
    @inmyshoeswheelsoptional9848 2 роки тому +18

    As a wheelchair user thank you for all you do & how you constantly show you don't see disabled Animals as all that "different" :). As every animal & person is different, his differences are just a bit more unique. They just need a bit extra to be themselves, like us disabled folks. Also thank you for calling it quality of life & for seeing he just need a bit extra to have that quality of life, along with your vet, who deserves massive props too for helping this guy & working with you guys to do that. He just needs some extra help for equity to be like other torteses. I love you not seeing it as he needs pity or he's an "inspiration". As Hey he knows no better for his life & he doesn't see he's different. But all the same thanks for taking all this extra care & work, that others wouldn't, & seeing it just as the way he is & what he needs, just like any other animal has needs too, his are just a bit different & unique & he just needs a bit more care ^°^. Really wishing him all the best and hoping he does get better with his legs, but even if he doesn't improve, I know he's with the best people for him, and thanks again for being those people ❤️.
    Tho on side note, especially as someone with Ehlers- Danlos Syndrome (EDS), I'm curious after seeing the x-ray if there's something similar in tortoises? I know there is in dogs. I have nerve issues making me an ambulatory(can kinda walk rarely) wheelchair user... but also from the EDS (I'm on the severe end of the condition & have 0 ability to make collagen: impacting every part of my body including my nerves) but the biggest issue is our, skin, muscles, & hypermobility; especially of our joints & between them... But also especially when we're growing in the womb it creates a lot of issues, either lack of development or stuff like scoliosis but also later in life our bodies degenerate much easier(like my nerves). So is it possible the issue that's causing this might be similar? As maybe it could be collagen related, either affecting his nerves or maybe he has less of those collagen parts, meaning the legs didn't quite get enough to develop yet, or maybe did it create a kind of lack of development in them as well as maybe a dislocation or hypermobility of his back legs when growing, so much that they moved out of place? As I know their shell is keratin and our keratin is hugely impacted too, along with the rest of us. So if that were the case could you maybe test for it and maybe increase it with an injection to stimulate said hormone/cell maybe that could be creating a similar issue with his lack of development in the legs? But then again I could be way out there in my thinking and trying to see too much relatability in this guy's situation. But I'm so glad something so easy as the skateboard wheels could be used to create his lil wheelie wheelchair. So all the same he's able to act and move around & have quality of life ^°^. Please keep us updated as I really am hoping all the best for him and also can't wait to see how he grows 😊. Also really hope nothing goes wrong for him as he's at such a fragile stage & being monitored, but not like he hasn't been given steps in the right direction & getting the best care from you guys, even if it does.

  • @katielyn531
    @katielyn531 2 роки тому +93

    Awwww I love him/her. Can't wait to see the progress 🐢🛹

  • @Loumarie0
    @Loumarie0 2 роки тому +67

    Go Artemis! This cutie is lucky to have such caring humans ❤❤

  • @jeanninegill3071
    @jeanninegill3071 2 роки тому +66

    Go Artemis!! How cute! I sure hope he will regain the use of his back legs, but if not how lucky he is to have been born there where he can be properly cared for! 😁💚🐢

  • @KeithRN
    @KeithRN 2 роки тому +86

    Love how much you and your family love these animals.

  • @bluedeva
    @bluedeva 2 роки тому +14

    My old tortoise had his hips damaged after a dog attack and my old vet used one of those finger skateboards and then he tried the wheels from a Lego kit and he temporarily glued a Lego connector to help attach the wheels to the carapace. It really helped him get around and stay active, unfortunately he caught an infection and didn’t survive but we wanted to at least give him a chance. I really hope that Artemis’s hips start to grow and he will still thrive and hopefully learn to use his back legs at least for now this will really help him get around. What a cutie🤗🐢🤗

  • @molcatz9634
    @molcatz9634 2 роки тому +22

    Aw! That's so freaking cute! He's doing a wheelie good job walking now!

  • @marsfeathers
    @marsfeathers 2 роки тому +36

    what a beautiful little tortoise!! how fortunate that even though his legs might not have developed correctly he still has so much energy and desire for life! it's obvious just from how he was able to get himself out of the ground (at least mostly lol). I can't wait to see how Artemis grows and I'm crossing my fingers and sending lots of love

  • @pamelapilling6996
    @pamelapilling6996 2 роки тому +16

    Way to help Artemis. Love the new wheels.

  • @gildedheist
    @gildedheist 2 роки тому +9

    Yayyyy Artemis! Proud of this little bundle of joy. ❤ Thanks for loving and helping lil Artie. 😍🥰

  • @twoturtletom
    @twoturtletom 2 роки тому +10

    When I started producing Hingebacks, I wasn’t prepared for the inevitable hatchlings with physical disabilities like Artemis. It’s been quite rewarding to steward special animals like these. 👍🐢🐢👍

  • @tamarrajames3590
    @tamarrajames3590 2 роки тому +9

    What a sweet little guy, I love that you named him for Artemis, and I’m sure she will watch over him. I really appreciate the lengths you go to so these animals can have a solid chance at life. He is definitely trucking along with his new wheels.🖤🇨🇦

  • @Saraseeksthompson0211
    @Saraseeksthompson0211 2 роки тому +1

    THis is the cutest and sweetest thing I've ever seen!!!!

  • @leilanipunanimania6815
    @leilanipunanimania6815 2 роки тому +3

    I’m thinking he may have more traction with the rubber lego wheels, they also spin much easier with less force needed. What a cutie pie.

  • @lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64
    @lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64 Рік тому +1

    He's so tiny and cute. Great job of giving him wheels!❤

  • @2sweet4yall
    @2sweet4yall Рік тому +1

    God bless little Artemis💚🐢

  • @steffymuze
    @steffymuze 2 роки тому +2

    He is zooming right along! Will be fun to follow his progress (love the hat btw! "that's just Reggie")

  • @bloodcountess81
    @bloodcountess81 2 роки тому +1

    I have aquatic turtles but I can't stop watching these videos about turtoises.

  • @aprilbolivar4719
    @aprilbolivar4719 2 роки тому +1

    What an amazing Hermanns! You guys are the best!

  • @unLUCKY95
    @unLUCKY95 2 роки тому +28

    I loved following Helix's story and was so sad when he passed, he was an amazing little tortoise. Glad he inspired you to give this little guy a chance and a way of getting around, can't wait to see more of him/her!

  • @sachismith8601
    @sachismith8601 2 роки тому +13

    I love this! Thank you so much for sharing this story!

  • @capdatzme19
    @capdatzme19 2 роки тому +2

    omg Artemis is a blessed lil' tortoise 🐢❣ Thank you for helping Artemis get a chance to continue living a normal life. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼

  • @sylviaueckermann655
    @sylviaueckermann655 Рік тому

    I am a leopard tortoise mom....I adore her, so to see this little guy getting a chance at life is fantastic! Well-done 👏

  • @reptilemetaljen
    @reptilemetaljen 2 роки тому +7

    So sweet 🥰🥰🐢 cool technique with the wheels lol 🎸

  • @valleyluvsU
    @valleyluvsU 2 роки тому +11

    love how you’re giving this tortoise a chance! all these animals deserve love and a chance to live ☺️💗
    love your content keep it up! 💗

  • @Mrskorba
    @Mrskorba 2 роки тому

    Thank you for giving this sweet baby a chance!

  • @apile0fb0nes36
    @apile0fb0nes36 2 роки тому +6

    Your channel has been a great source of information for my growing turtle obsession! I have to say box turtles are my favorite at the moment, they’re just so cool!

  • @aliciagreen5411
    @aliciagreen5411 2 роки тому +1

    Artemis has thousands of people on her team ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @christinenolan1418
    @christinenolan1418 2 роки тому +1

    I can’t wait to see what happens with this brave, courageous little guy. I’m hoping his legs get better as he grows up. Go Artemis! Let’s not forget how cute your little girl is. She’s beautiful. 🥰

  • @capstar633
    @capstar633 2 роки тому +1

    First pet I ever had at age 4! Thank God for you that Artemis had you!

  • @barbarawalsh4936
    @barbarawalsh4936 2 роки тому +2

    Quite an ingenious way to give this little guy a chance to enoy life. He is such a cutie. We found a turtle in our backyard that we believe was dropped by a Hawk or local Spotted Eagle. We named her Squirttle and she lived in a clothes basket, with full run of the house during the day. She got access to water which she loved, and we took her outside 3-4 times a day, to get fresh air and crawl around. Our Pitbull puppy got very attached to her and protected her when she wandered the yard. My son did some scouting of local ponds but couldn't find any other turtles. We have a Nature Preserve here in Tulsa, and they had several tutles the same type as our girl, so we took her to the pond there and check on her often.

  • @sharonkaczorowski8690
    @sharonkaczorowski8690 Рік тому

    You take such thoughtful and kind care of your beasties…it’s a big part of why I watch your videos. Thank you!

  • @shannon_w.
    @shannon_w. 2 роки тому +1

    Omg I have NEVER seen anything so cute in my life! I didn’t know that I needed to see this little guy today, but I did that’s for sure!

  • @diane7546
    @diane7546 8 місяців тому

    Awww, thank you for giving Artemis the ability of mobility and your continuing love and care of God's creatures. ❤❤

  • @Ohhhoneyyy
    @Ohhhoneyyy 2 роки тому +1

    Love that shirt ❤ also comparing the X-rays was such a good idea

  • @krissyscott4327
    @krissyscott4327 2 роки тому

    I live stories like this! All animals deserve a chance & Im so glad you gave Artemes that cahnce!

  • @Contessa6363
    @Contessa6363 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for helping him!! I had a cat named Artemis. Great name!👍👍😃🙏🙏🙏🐢🐢🐢❤️❤️❤️

  • @birchtree2274
    @birchtree2274 Рік тому

    As one wheeled creature to another, I congratulate Artemis on a fine set of wheels and a happy, fulfilling life.

  • @YochevedDesigns
    @YochevedDesigns 2 роки тому +1

    Artemis is going to be a great mascot and advocate for kids with physical differences. What a cutie patootie! 🥰

  • @elnoramiller5001
    @elnoramiller5001 Рік тому +1

    Bless him heart baby got wheels
    It's the cutest baby

  • @Karen-dx4cs
    @Karen-dx4cs 2 роки тому

    Thanks for being so special to little Artemis!❤❤❤
    I love turtles!🐢🐢🐢

  • @TraciPeteyforlife
    @TraciPeteyforlife Рік тому

    Artemis is strong of character and ready to live and take on life. I do hope the little dude gets movement in his legs as he grows.

  • @juliejones974
    @juliejones974 2 роки тому +6

    Seems to me Artemis is the definition of a fighter.

  • @jacquiebee3103
    @jacquiebee3103 Рік тому

    Aww, Artemis is so cute! I am glad that you are giving them a chance, and I can't wait to see how they do! 😊💜

  • @AK33_akamini
    @AK33_akamini 2 роки тому +5

    Best thought! ! Every video shows how much you love turtles! I envy you who can keep many turtles and the turtle who met a wonderful owner❤🐢

  • @rocioaguilera3555
    @rocioaguilera3555 2 роки тому

    Go, Artemis. Your human dad is taking excellent care of you.
    The wheel chair is awesome.

  • @maxrhiabelleagilityclass4836
    @maxrhiabelleagilityclass4836 2 роки тому

    Precious. Thank you helping him.

  • @debbyschweighardt5810
    @debbyschweighardt5810 2 роки тому

    What a wonderful idea, giving this special tortoise wheels to get around! 😀

  • @erkheth
    @erkheth 2 роки тому +1

    Such a tiny fellow, well done for helping him out. The love you have for these creatures is something very special to see 💗

  • @ramonameischner9861
    @ramonameischner9861 2 роки тому

    I love this video I love everything that you your wife and the sanctuary is about God bless you all keep up the good work. And Artemis you're a character LOL

  • @ladybugmama99
    @ladybugmama99 2 роки тому

    So caring of you. Wonderful!

  • @alliseuss1555
    @alliseuss1555 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing some of the medical details of Artemis' story. It's super interesting from a veterinary perspective. I hope he does well!

  • @ElfsArt24
    @ElfsArt24 2 роки тому +1

    I love tortoises I actually got a horsefield called Rio, from a not so great owner sadly. She's quiet deform and struggles with human contact and sometimes eating. She has quiet a flat shell for an adult and a over bite but she's loving life from what I can tell. We have cuddles and I had feed her, but she definitely trys to do it herself.
    She has a great personality and never lets her deformities get the best of her.

  • @Spacey7
    @Spacey7 2 роки тому +1

    Great idea but a little high for the little lad. Very kind of you to take time to care for this special needs baby tortoise 🐢💕🐢

  • @sharonkaczorowski8690
    @sharonkaczorowski8690 Рік тому +1

    Wow he looks great with that! He’s amazing!

  • @carolmcdougal7917
    @carolmcdougal7917 2 роки тому +1

    Little guy couldn’t be in better hands 😊

  • @skittles3310
    @skittles3310 2 роки тому +1

    I love Artie and I'm so glad he has a chance to have a life he deserves.

  • @LL-fb8wz
    @LL-fb8wz 2 роки тому

    I have always loved turtles. They are amazing animals.

  • @jess_bounce
    @jess_bounce 2 роки тому

    Ohhh Artemis is really gonna zoom around fast when he gets a little bigger and can put some weight on his wheels. Can’t wait to see his progress!!

  • @chariwater1
    @chariwater1 2 роки тому +1

    Awww. 😊. You are kind.

  • @robertahill7001
    @robertahill7001 2 роки тому

    The biggest heart ❤️💋 some ppl have is so sweet Ty. 🙏 👼

  • @afranklin3963
    @afranklin3963 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing, I love your videos and learning more about turtles. It is amazing what you are doing for little Artemis!

  • @em-agan
    @em-agan 2 роки тому

    I would love to adopt a disabled tortoise when I have a home of my own. Until I’m out of apartment living I’ll have to satisfy my love of tortoises with research and videos like this 🥰

  • @dawnjones9035
    @dawnjones9035 Рік тому

    Him just staring down Artemis after "careful supervision" took me out lol

  • @RossJ316JC
    @RossJ316JC 2 роки тому +4

    🙂Adorable little bugger, hope everything turns out good for the little guy.

  • @azuradawn5683
    @azuradawn5683 2 роки тому +2

    Aww this is adorable and I'm so glad Artemis is doing well! Can't wait to see how they continue to get around (with a little help or not) as they grow!

  • @hillarymack8287
    @hillarymack8287 2 роки тому

    Thank you 😊 💓

  • @l.t.4364
    @l.t.4364 2 роки тому

    Awesome you're giving him a chance. ❤❤

  • @pdmullgirl
    @pdmullgirl 2 роки тому +3

    Oh my goodness! Talk about being at the right place at the right time!! That was what I like to call divine intervention. I think you were meant to be right there when you you were to find little Artemis. And I think that wonderful!! It’s going to fun watching him grow up and get stronger. Good job!
    ❤️💜💚

  • @SweetNaz78
    @SweetNaz78 Рік тому

    Such an amazing story for this little one. Thank you so much for sharing everything you are absolutely so helpful. I found that I was feeding our tortoise improperly because the reptile store we got her from gave us absolutely wrong information. I feel that maybe we don't have a Greek, but another subspecies of Eastern tortoise. I've recently found a vet nearby that I can bring her to for a check up. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

  • @cali4597
    @cali4597 2 роки тому

    I have a Russian tort Herman that lost the use of his back legs and I used legos! I happy to watch this video and seeing we are doing what you are doing as well. Makes me feel like I am on the right track! If you ever need a home, I would totally apply since I know how to take care of a special needs tort

  • @vyc_vyprr2296
    @vyc_vyprr2296 2 роки тому +1

    this is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen.

  • @craniumrex4614
    @craniumrex4614 2 роки тому

    Art for Artemis! Fantastic. You explain everything so well!

  • @jannaj2719
    @jannaj2719 2 роки тому +1

    You mentioned helix! 😢😊 great video as always!

  • @saga2964
    @saga2964 2 роки тому +3

    Are you doing any physical therapy to develop those back legs? Will being at an angle with the wheels cause any developmental issues with his front legs?
    I'm so glad you are giving him a good chance! (Just asked the former questions out if curiosity and not at all as a criticism! )

  • @shubhamgawandi5999
    @shubhamgawandi5999 Рік тому

    Simply Adorable !!

  • @randyhorne1067
    @randyhorne1067 2 роки тому

    Good luck with your rehabilitation cute little guy

  • @PK-oy4fe
    @PK-oy4fe 2 роки тому

    He's a little sweetheart. I hope and 🙏 that he eventually is blessed with movement in his back legs.with the wheels you could have named him Chaos after the Greek car!😇❤️

  • @jdtheone
    @jdtheone 2 роки тому

    Okay I really really like this story that little turtle has a great shot at a good life thank you

  • @shandell279
    @shandell279 2 роки тому

    I will never say it enough, men who loves cats and all our wild friends are freaking adorable.
    Such a cutie, I love his little wheels.

  • @bodang158
    @bodang158 2 роки тому

    I love how your videos are educational as well as entertaining. I'm learning so much about turtles and tortoises ever since I started watching your channel. Go go go little Artemis!

  • @joshuastover1047
    @joshuastover1047 2 роки тому

    Love this so much. Thank you for giving the little guy a chance!!

  • @ChevyGirl-1984
    @ChevyGirl-1984 2 роки тому

    So cool! When I saw his wheels, I thought…..hmmmmm…..is that part of a tech deck? I think that’s what they’re called? Lol love it!!!

  • @agevan6735
    @agevan6735 2 роки тому +1

    Artemis,, Looking forward to seeing and hearing that first Frontside Grind!

  • @donnaroberts34
    @donnaroberts34 2 роки тому

    Wow, such a strong spirit! ❤️So glad you found this little one! Looking forward to seeing his/her progress. 👍🥰

  • @KxNOxUTA
    @KxNOxUTA 2 роки тому

    Sweet pumpkin will need those wheels cleaned from poop, too, from time to time so definitely good that they can be taken off. It's so cool how enthusiastic it looks about it's elevated speed.

  • @aiden3627
    @aiden3627 2 роки тому

    It’s so cute! Looks excited to explore on it’s new kicks!

  • @Blitzkrieg1976
    @Blitzkrieg1976 2 роки тому +1

    Omg, that's the cutest thing! Not that I think his/her disability is something to laugh at ( I'm so sorry about my wording, I'm nervous )DEFINITELY admire the strength of this baby and the love you provide to these amazing creatures ❤️ please say hello to Otis for me.God bless you for everything you do! Baby Hot Rod!

  • @jenleigh342
    @jenleigh342 Рік тому

    I swear you have a FRONT ROW SEAT IN HEAVEN...THE WORLD IS A BETTER PLACE BECAUSE YOU ARE IN IT...😁😄😄😀😇😊😉

  • @davidkelly1298
    @davidkelly1298 2 роки тому

    It is so awesome that it will at least have a chance at life there.

  • @susanwest8239
    @susanwest8239 2 роки тому +1

    I love this video. You show how much you love animals. As I do.

  • @Sabrina746
    @Sabrina746 9 місяців тому +1

    Can you tell me how Artemis is doing now with his little wheels and how he is doing with his legs that can't move. I think he or she is so adorable, I love him or her so much, he or she is so precious.

  • @angl2353
    @angl2353 2 роки тому

    ❤🥺 thank you

  • @loriw2661
    @loriw2661 2 роки тому

    We’re all pulling for you Artemis!!!🐢❤️🐢

  • @mangleshp
    @mangleshp 2 роки тому

    such a cute little guy, definitely a small but strong tortie. will definitely be sticking around to see how to it goes!

  • @thecatsmeow9972
    @thecatsmeow9972 2 роки тому

    Awww thank you for what you do ❤ glad I found your channel

  • @6ixcc
    @6ixcc 2 роки тому

    Very good on u to help this tortoise

  • @ismewhat1234
    @ismewhat1234 2 роки тому

    Super cool stuff great stuff & good luck👍. Thanks for sharing this information super interesting

  • @katiedid1851
    @katiedid1851 2 роки тому

    I really really love your videos. I enjoy your care of all your creatures.