I think, I am : ) I am going to start to get my supplies together today! Whether it is this exact tortoise, im still debating on supporting a pet store. It would be too cold to have them shipped safely to me at the moment though.
Also, If you meant my measurements those are supposed to be in. and floor space. I took it as you meaning not having amount of space. But, that is a typo and not really anything to do with my question.
I do know what it means : ) I also, work with horses both professionally and dealt with many different types of species. Just not personally with tortoises.
I have seen many different set ups and many different types of species setups ( not just on this forum). I know some Aldabra Giant...
All my animals have more room than they need. My two rats have a mansion (takes up space, not in a tank that is bad for them too) and my hamster is kept in a cage that is well over the minimum requirement of 450 sq ( usa standards) my guy is in something close to 750 sq floor space. That...
A few months back,I had put my plans to a halt after, speaking with my family.. Now, something has changed and they said to go for the Tortoise. I think, it is the fact that I cant have rodents anymore. Watching my rats decline in heath due to old age and my hamster. Is not something I enjoy...
Thank you for all this information! I truly appreciate it and coming from a farm animal background. I understand the importance of escape proof. I was interested in getting a Russian Tortoise. But, might be leaning towards a Hermanns now.
Im just going to build my own enclosure and donate those...
This is similar to being in the aquatics hobby but, This is my first reptile EVER.
Im starting to price point and just get familiar with the items that i would need. Im picking up cypress mulch and some terracotta plates for his (food/water). I might just buy a humid hid from a store instead of...
Thank you!!!! I was trying to find this thread before:) This forum is a life saver and im lucky enough to have multiple exotic/avian vets in my area. So, that is one less thing for me to worry about. I know, they will answer any questions. Is there any questions to ask that would help me pick at...
Thank you! I completely understand the vetting, they just want to make sure their animal is getting a good home :) I have a lot of time to figure out where im getting them from though. So, my focus is just learning
Hi,
I am new to the forum and starting to research more about owning a tortoise. I have made the decision to go with a Russian (although, it was close between a sulcata and Hermann's)
I just find the Russians really cute and a good choice for me. As, this isnt just my first tortoise but, my...