If for any reason any of you may think that I've been "overly" concerned - in the past - about 'husbandry' [ enclosure - temps - lighting - diet, etc. ] from whomever.. how I ( seemingly react ) respond at times ------ watch this!
I'm asking a specific Q? and would appreciate any specific objective responses and/or answers.
I understand [ never accept ] the fact that there are those that love to research ( like as if they thrive on contradiction and confusion ) and analize til they're paralized..... and those that literally have said to me "I've kept ? species for 3 weeks.. so I do have some experience!". And post answers and advice that doesn't apply, matter, or is so detailed and confusing that it is virtually of no useful application. OR have absolutely no experience whatsoever with the species in Q?.. and any experience? they do have is not only 'short-term' but is with a tortoise from a different "HEMISPHERE"!
The Q? is: Do those that give "advice" know or care how important it is to have 'hands-on' experience to ensure the best care for any particular species of tortoise or turtle?
Anyone else feel the same way????? This is not about 'wanting-to-be-heard' or trying to help or some other ego or emotionally driven mind-set. This is about 'what are the best "husbandry practices" for tortoises?'
I guess this is more than ONE Q? Generally speaking we love these critters that are tuff and resilient.. [ discounting 'abuse' before we acquire them ].. "Why are so many having so many health issues with their tortoises?" Could it be the advice given?
I can only encourage anyone to insist on asking what experience ANY given 'care-giver' has!
Objective responses please?
Terry K
I'm asking a specific Q? and would appreciate any specific objective responses and/or answers.
I understand [ never accept ] the fact that there are those that love to research ( like as if they thrive on contradiction and confusion ) and analize til they're paralized..... and those that literally have said to me "I've kept ? species for 3 weeks.. so I do have some experience!". And post answers and advice that doesn't apply, matter, or is so detailed and confusing that it is virtually of no useful application. OR have absolutely no experience whatsoever with the species in Q?.. and any experience? they do have is not only 'short-term' but is with a tortoise from a different "HEMISPHERE"!
The Q? is: Do those that give "advice" know or care how important it is to have 'hands-on' experience to ensure the best care for any particular species of tortoise or turtle?
Anyone else feel the same way????? This is not about 'wanting-to-be-heard' or trying to help or some other ego or emotionally driven mind-set. This is about 'what are the best "husbandry practices" for tortoises?'
I guess this is more than ONE Q? Generally speaking we love these critters that are tuff and resilient.. [ discounting 'abuse' before we acquire them ].. "Why are so many having so many health issues with their tortoises?" Could it be the advice given?
I can only encourage anyone to insist on asking what experience ANY given 'care-giver' has!
Objective responses please?
Terry K