Gus has lived at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History since 1942
Halifax’s favourite gopher tortoise is on the mend.
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The Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History says Gus, its beloved 104-year-old tortoise, successfully underwent a planned surgery Tuesday to remove a bladder stone. Bladder stones, which are hard lumps of mineral that form inside animals, is a common affliction among tortoises.
“The procedure to remove his bladder stone was a success, and he is resting comfortably with his care team,” a museum update stated Tuesday evening. “Gus will remain with his veterinary care team for close observations for 48 hours, before returning to the museum later this week.”
A CT scan revealed the stone.
The museum said Gus’s recovery is expected to take eight to 10 weeks but that they’ll continue to provide updates, adding that they appreciate the tremendous support.
“Thank you to his vet team for their excellent care of our beloved Gus and to everyone for your support and well wishes,” said the statement.
Gus has lived at the museum since 1942.
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