Hi all, i'm buying a viv, its second hand but is a very good deal. Comes with all lighting and its approximately 4ft. This will be my first tortoise, so i'm wondering if heat mats are ok? it comes with the viv. Or shall i buy a heat bulb instead? Im getting a baby Russian. Thanks.
I think it depends on the owner, because the viv will keep more heat in then a table, we live in a generally quite cold place so thats why i've been considering a viv. As long as the tortoise isn't kept in all day, i don't see the problem. Everyone will tell you different :) also i don't know if...
Hi, i've been doing my research and have visited a few pet shops to see what kind of lighting they offer, and what kind of enclosures best. Im going to get a Russian, and its going to be kept inside. If anyone could recommend the best kind of lighting, The pet shop is very expensive, not that id...
I never knew it was dangerous for them to roam around the house? my house is very minimal, wooden floor ect, so no dangerous obstacles. Is this still dangerous? Obviously it wont be left unsupervised. :)
Thats good to know, thank you everyone. my little ones very interested in little animals so we will be keeping the tortoise in a separate room. I have a large garden but its next to a main road so i wont be using it as much, only when im out there. I plan to keep the torte in a room, and space...
Thank you, i was just generally worried about hygiene ect.. but he doesn't go near animals, he's not allowed. Ive wanted one for years and finally i can get one, i want a family pet for my little one to grow up with. And off course, some hand gel with come in handy lol. I didnt know wether to go...
Hi Emm, i live close by too. Im looking to get my first tortoise but firstly needed some advice! where did you get Neville from (if you don't mind me asking)
Hi everyone, i new on here. i've joined because i been planning to get a tortoise for a while now, i've been waiting for the perfect home, and opportunity to get one. Ive done my research but still need a bit of advice from some of you professionals.
The tortoise would be an indoor one, as...
Hi, im new to this forum and have been trying to get some useful informations for a while, where do i begin,.
Ive wanted a tortoise for a long time, ever since i can remember, Ive been doing my research and plan to get one in December if given the right advice. Theres one problem, i have a...