My DT has been hibernating since December 5th. He stays pretty cool in his box in my cold garage. I'm curious- Should I soak him in a tub of cool water, and give him a chance to drink?
I've used regular playground sand for the interior of my Desert Tortoise den. He seems to like it. Is plain ol' sand not a good thing to use? It does get on his food occasionally. I'll sometimes wet it firm in there. Any suggestions if not the sand?
Lately my buddy seems a little pooped snd doesn't come out too much. Even if I offer him a nice flower. I noticed his nose is wet and he was sniffling briefly. It's warm out yes, but wouldn't that prompt him to come outbid his hut? I'm worried, he's only been here 3-weeks. Am I feeding him too...
Has anyone ever had trouble with feeding your Tortoise Butternut or Acorn Squash? I have a large Desert Tortoise and he has trouble with the thick skin. Should I Skin it snd just feed the inside of the squash?
Hello! Just signed-up. Looking forward to interacting with everyone and learning as much as I can. I have a California Desert Tortoise which I adopted from the Turtle & Tortoise Society here in San Diego, California. Clifford is 50+ years old and absolutely beautiful. So hello everyone, I'll...