Looking to adopt a medium sized tort for MD outdoors

Charlie24601

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I'm looking for something that would live in my fenced in backyard year round. So preferably an Ibera Greek. But also interested in Hermann's, Marginateds, maybe even Russians.
Shoot me a message if you know someone!
 

Tom

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Chris, the owner, has been an off and on contributor here on TFO, has all the species you are considering, and is somewhat close in New Jersey. I have had a few experiences with Chris and they have all been good.
Except that he starts babies on sand and says they don't eat for two weeks because they are living off of their yolk sac, and then he publicly makes fun of people who think this is a problem. He also starts babies under cfl type UV bulbs and spot lamps.

I cannot abide...
 

Charlie24601

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Chris, the owner, has been an off and on contributor here on TFO, has all the species you are considering, and is somewhat close in New Jersey. I have had a few experiences with Chris and they have all been good.
LOVE GST but have no idea how to get in touch. I'd absolutely adopt from them if they are willing.
 

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I believe they do or used to sell babies, but not adult rescues. Look on pet finder and look way outside your area as someone may be willing to meet you part way. Also look in Craigslist again far outside your normal area of looking
 

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I do no believe they are currently selling tortoises anymore.
Sorry, that should say they are not selling live animals anymore. Not sure if it’s temporary, but something with new regulations/ laws in their state. They now have on their website that they do not in their FAQ.

@Charlie24601, I am in VA, and I am always seeing Russians and even many Hermann's on craigslist in the VA/MD/DC area.
 

Charlie24601

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Sorry, that should say they are not selling live animals anymore. Not sure if it’s temporary, but something with new regulations/ laws in their state. They now have on their website that they do not in their FAQ.

@Charlie24601, I am in VA, and I am always seeing Russians and even many Hermann's on craigslist in the VA/MD/DC area.
Yeah, I'd rather not get a baby anyways. I've raised them before, but in the end I prefer getting an older tort that is in need of a home. If I had a big BIG backyard....or a horse farm....I'd totally rescue sulcattas.

My dream is a large ibera greek, or large hermanns. I haven't seen much for torts in the DMV area at all. If you ever see something, shoot me a note!
 

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