I'm no expert but he deffinatley needs more light! I suggest getting a thermostat so you can see exactly what the temperature is. It's also very dark, and probably doesnt feel like day time to him! I use both a warming light and a uvb florescent light. Russian Torts also like a thick layer of...
Hello everyone! I know it has been a while but I wanted to give everyone a little update on tortalini. I ended up going with coconut coir, and saw no improvement in his eyes or activity. I bathe him regularly and that seemed to sooth him. I decided my next plan of action would be to put him in...
I appreciate all the advice, I really do. This forum has helped me so much! I want the best for him and I respect all the experience and knowledge you all have :)
Thanks but I never said I had rescues this tort. Not only this but I dont have that mentality. I'm learning and doing the best with recourses I have. I made mistakes and spent money on things I didnt need so now it will take a minute for me to get the funds to get the added heat source.
Yes I understand that. Sorry if I came of rude that was not my intention, I am new to this and am considering everyone's advice that's why I'm on here! I was not saying that I dont want to raise the temperatures more, I just dont have the money to get the added heat source at this time. I'm...
Yes, well at petco his tank was only 70 so hes warmer than hes been the majority of his life. He seems to be doing okay and is pretty active so I'm not too worried about it. When I have the extra money I am thinking about investing in a ceramic heat lamp or a heating matt. He ate last night and...
He runs his eyes frequently, and they seem to be a little swollen. He hasn't opened them much since I got him. If I dont see an improvement I'll get him some ointment.