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    Getting a second tortoise

    Thank you for the information. Some great stuff in here. Ill find some time later to read through it again. Looks like I might need to make a few changes.
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    Getting a second tortoise

    Wow that was fast. Thank you for the speedy reply. I will have a look. They are in separate tables and I’m building them separate outdoor enclosures at the moment.
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    Getting a second tortoise

    Hi all, just a quick question. I have had my Horsefield tortoise for a couple of years now but have recently got a baby Hermann. I have him in a open top table at the moment but have come across a few websites now that say a vivarium would be better. Which one should I choose? Thought I’d ask...
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    Worried about shell rot

    Thanks you so much. I was very worried there.
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    Worried about shell rot

    Thanks for getting back to me. No I’m talking about the brownie green spot on the lower right side of the photo.
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    Worried about shell rot

    Hi All, I is the attached picture something for me to worry about?
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    UVA basking bulb

    Do I need uvb basking bulb even tho I have a uvb tube light above the table?
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    UVA basking bulb

    Sorry all but I’m still confused. I have just purchased the T5 pro kit 12%. I’m very happy with the tube light but what I’m unsure about is can I use a uva basking bulb along side it or do I need a different type of bulb? Thanks
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    Unsure on basking light needed

    Thank you for taking the time and for the information. I will have a look at basking bulbs now.
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    Unsure on basking light needed

    Hi All, I got some amazing help with my last post so thought I’d ask you guys anoth question. I have just bought the T5 pro kit 24w tube light and I’m now wondering what basking light to use. I have a heat only one at the moment but I’m wondering if that’s all I need or would I be better with...
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    So confused

    Thank you so much for all you help. I really appreciate it. So much to learn when it comes to tortoises, but really enjoying it. Thanks again.
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    So confused

    I used boiled. I have left it out in the sun all day today.
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    So confused

    Hi, just a quick question. I have used the linseed oil as suggested. I was just wondering how long after it dries do I need to leave it before putting my tortoise inside?
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    A big thank you & my new enclosure

    Wow!! That setup is amazing. Great job.
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    So confused

    Thanks, it’s nice to hear what other people do. I think that sounds like a good way of doing things. I’ll definitely be keeping him in on cold/wet days and bringing him in at night.
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