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    Pool chemicals and torts

    So, I've been allowing my torts out to graze in the grass on nice days (which are frequent in the Phoenix area, but not so much of late). They've been out at least twice in the past few weeks, but never before because they are so small. I know there are no pesticides or fertilizers used on...
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    Red light

    Does the CHE require any special fixture to house it like my UVA/UVB/heat bulb does? Keith
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    Red light

    I've been reading a lot of the previous posts and I hear many use a red "heat" light at night to ensure good digestion. My house can get down to the mid 60s at night and I may need to add such a light. If so, where can I get one and what specification should I be looking for? Thanks. Keith
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    Diet Changes

    They are still small, so they are only able to graze outside on weekends (when I can keep an eye on them).
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    Diet Changes

    So, I've been making changes in my tortoises' diet (which was almost exclusively bermuda grass as per my initial post), including more variety (usually some type of dark leafy greens) as well as a calcium supplement on the top. The problem is that now that they've tasted the good stuff, they're...
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    Combined UVA/UVB/heat lamp lifespan

    In the combined experience of the group, how often should I replace my UVA/B heat lamp? Is there any way to tell when they are not functioning correctly (I could not think of one)? They are quite expensive and I don't want to throw away a good one, but want to make sure my 1 yr. old sulcatas...
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    Introduction and care questions

    What about additional calcium and phosphorus supplements? Is cuttlebone sufficient? Keith
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    Introduction and care questions

    Hi! I originally posted most of this to the "Welcome" section, but thought it might be more appropriate to post here as it is sulcata related. I'm hoping to get some more in depth insight from the experienced users here. I'm also new to forums (being more used to a yahoogroups format), so I...
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    New member

    Hi. I'm new to the group and, like many others here, I'm looking to give better care to my two sulcata tortoises. Some background... My tortoises were approximately 1 year old on Oct. 1, 2009. I got them as hatchlings about 10-11 months prior. I've been keeping them inside due to their...
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