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    Getting a second tortoise

    Thank you for the information. Some great stuff in here. Ill find some time later to read through it again. Looks like I might need to make a few changes.
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    Getting a second tortoise

    Wow that was fast. Thank you for the speedy reply. I will have a look. They are in separate tables and I’m building them separate outdoor enclosures at the moment.
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    Getting a second tortoise

    Hi all, just a quick question. I have had my Horsefield tortoise for a couple of years now but have recently got a baby Hermann. I have him in a open top table at the moment but have come across a few websites now that say a vivarium would be better. Which one should I choose? Thought I’d ask...
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    Worried about shell rot

    Thanks you so much. I was very worried there.
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    Worried about shell rot

    Thanks for getting back to me. No I’m talking about the brownie green spot on the lower right side of the photo.
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    Worried about shell rot

    Hi All, I is the attached picture something for me to worry about?
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    UVA basking bulb

    Do I need uvb basking bulb even tho I have a uvb tube light above the table?
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    UVA basking bulb

    Sorry all but I’m still confused. I have just purchased the T5 pro kit 12%. I’m very happy with the tube light but what I’m unsure about is can I use a uva basking bulb along side it or do I need a different type of bulb? Thanks
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    Unsure on basking light needed

    Thank you for taking the time and for the information. I will have a look at basking bulbs now.
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    Unsure on basking light needed

    Hi All, I got some amazing help with my last post so thought I’d ask you guys anoth question. I have just bought the T5 pro kit 24w tube light and I’m now wondering what basking light to use. I have a heat only one at the moment but I’m wondering if that’s all I need or would I be better with...
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    So confused

    Thank you so much for all you help. I really appreciate it. So much to learn when it comes to tortoises, but really enjoying it. Thanks again.
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    So confused

    I used boiled. I have left it out in the sun all day today.
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    So confused

    Hi, just a quick question. I have used the linseed oil as suggested. I was just wondering how long after it dries do I need to leave it before putting my tortoise inside?
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    A big thank you & my new enclosure

    Wow!! That setup is amazing. Great job.
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    So confused

    Thanks, it’s nice to hear what other people do. I think that sounds like a good way of doing things. I’ll definitely be keeping him in on cold/wet days and bringing him in at night.
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    So confused

    Thanks for the reply. I will just put him out there on warm sunny days for now then as he is still very small. Don’t want to do anything to put him at risk. I’m happy that he will be safe from predators. Really appreciate all the help I’m getting here.
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    So confused

    Thank you for all the information. He is just over 2 years. Plans at the moment are that he will be outside from June until September. Maybe next year I will feel a bit braver and make it a bit longer.
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    So confused

    Brilliant, thank you for the info it really has helped me out.
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    So confused

    Thank you very much for the reply. Just one quick question, is all linseed oil safe to use on the inside of the enclosure?
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    So confused

    Hi all, tomorrow I will me making a enclosure in my garden for my Horsefield tortoise. I’m in the north of the uk and concerned about how to protect it from the rain. I have done some research on waterproof pain and varnish but still unsure what is safe and what’s not. Any help would be greatly...
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