Recent content by Pancake88

Yup going by the responses that is the plan. I have my vet visit set up for early August. Thanks for the feedback.

Already ordered a new bulb will be here this week, thanks for the heads up about the UVB lights.

Should also mention the temperature above the hot hide is around 100-104F. The cool side stays indoor temp so around 72F.

Good to know about the UVB, I will order another today. I have watched a few videos about beak and nail trim. Is this something I should attempt myself or do those prices for the vet visit seem reasonable?

The walls are a little short to setup multiple layers. I have tried multiple layers in previous setups and most times the tortoise ends up getting stuck or knocks the layers down. There is about 3-4 inches of digging area in these hide spots. Seems like the 3 hide spots are a good enough...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006L10NY/?tag=exoticpetnetw-20 (18 Inch T8 Zilla Slimline 50 UVB Desert Fixture) - I have never had to change the light as the bulb has never gone out. It runs for about 14 hours a day. Check out...

My 10 year old Pancake has never had a nail or beak trim. I am wondering if it is time for one. Nearest vet that handles tortoises is hour and half away cost will be $60 health checkup, $15 nail trim, and $20 beak trim. Looking at the photos can you tell if a trim is needed or if everything...

Just finished building the new enclosure. Need to still figure out a good way to add my UV light that doesn't obstruct the view of the table.

Is there something you recommend for a general building guide? As currently I just have the converted aquarium for an enclosure.

Hi All, I have been reading through the past pancake tortoise threads looking for help in designing a new cage. But I have not found enough design ideas. I have a 9 year old pancake tortoise that I have had in the same 5x3 glass enclosure since a hatchling. I am looking to create a new much...