SpartanTort
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Does anyone know if tortoiseshome.com is a reputable tortoise seller? Anybody have any experience buying from them?
Thanks.
Thanks.
They appear to be an overseas Asian supplier.Where are they located? I've never heard of them before.
Interested in either a leopard tortoise or a radiated tortoise. Preferably older female.I've never heard of them, but they sound like another "flip for profit" business. Those types of places do not breed. Instead, they buy hatchlings in bulk, raise the price, and resell. And sadly tortoises are not kept in good conditions with them in that process. I've seen too many heartbreaking stories of people who received severely ill tortoises and hatchlings, and they didn't survive very long. I recommend getting from a reputable private breeder instead.
What species are you interested in? We would be happy to provide you with more reputable sources that care more about tortoises and raise them properly and healthy.
Interested in either a leopard tortoise or a radiated tortoise. Preferably older female.
I live in Southern California.Just a heads up that the Radiated Tortoise is an endangered species and has special requirements (CBW Permit). What state do you live in? You will have to find a Radiated Tortoise breeder in your own state and get one, which doesn't require the permit. They'll ask you to provide proof that you also live in the state.
If you want to buy a Radiated from a breeder in another state, both you and that seller will need to have the CBW Permit. Unfortunately, that specific permit is very difficult to obtain, so we can help you find a breeder in your own state if there are any.
I’ll take any reputable sources you recommend. I’m looking for an adult female leopard tortoise specifically. Thank you.I've never heard of them, but they sound like another "flip for profit" business. Those types of places do not breed. Instead, they buy hatchlings in bulk, raise the price, and resell. And sadly tortoises are not kept in good conditions with them in that process. I've seen too many heartbreaking stories of people who received severely ill tortoises and hatchlings, and they didn't survive very long. I recommend getting from a reputable private breeder instead.
What species are you interested in? We would be happy to provide you with more reputable sources that care more about tortoises and raise them properly and healthy.