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Hi - I've recently noticed my tortoise runs towards his food when I put it in his habitat but runs right over it like he doesn't see it. It takes him a little time to find it. He wasn't always like this. In his old habitat he'd slowly walk over and eat -never just walk all over his food...

Thanks so much.

How close to my tortoise can/should the light be? Also, can I use my dome lamps that I already have?

Thanks again. I can order that from Amazon :o)

If he is getting light through the window, does that help?

Thank you! Is there a brand you can recommend?

Hi Everyone - I'm getting confused as to what kind of lights I need. I am currently using a 60W Daytime Heat Lamp for the day and a 60W nighttime incandescent heat bulb for night, as advised by pet store. I have him where he can get some sunlight from the window. What does my russian need...

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Where do I find the digital gauges and do I need more than one? I'll check the bulb.

Thanks. I was definitely worried about his shell. He mostly ate carrots, broccoli and zucchini during the first year. Just recently I've turned to different types of lettuces - endive, escarole, red leaf, collard greens and kale. Most recently I have gotten him dandelions. He loves them...

Hi Here's some pix. One is earlier this year and the others I took today.

This first picture of Lenny is earlier this year. The other pictures were taken today. I'm worried about his shell.

What about now that it's getting colder? What kinds of weeds?

I live in Virginia. Today it is 63 and raining. I think I have to keep him inside.

My son Haden is 10. He's a very gentle guy and loves Lenny. (I love Lenny too).

I need some guidance - I have had my Russian Tortoise for just under a year. He's gained a lot of weight and seems to be busting out of his shell. His shell is growing though I think. I believe we were giving him unhealthy food - zucchini, carrots, broccoli and lettuces. I've cut out the...

I have a russian tortoise named Lenny Bubbles. He's my son's but we take care of him together. I'm so grateful for this tortoise forum.