Renee_H
Well-Known Member
I can see how it would be taken that way so I apologize for how that came off. What I am saying is, if it’s so obvious then why IS it a question? Everyday we read post after post that states how essential it is that hatchlings *in captivity* require certain and specific care. Then when people find this forum they are immediately bombarded with *new information* about “how what why” and Craig’s list, sanctuaries/rescues/shelters, Facebook, YouTube inexperienced veterinarians are all immediately pointed out as the evidence to support WHY these animals require specific care that even former “experts” don’t know. Research takes TIME I get it. I’m asking if “the proof is in the pudding” why are we questioning it? Then I followed up asking Tom if he(others) have published any studies. Unfortunately even in the human animal world our research often takes decades to catch up in practice. I more or less am thinking out loud here so feel free to disregard.would take more than a "skim" to understand what's being said here........you should try actually reading the papers linked...... no one is recommending raising baby tortoises "dry" not one single paper linked advocates that......... they actually study the difference and affects.?????????
*we is society/breeders/vets/petstores/care sheets that are mass produced. Basically the info people don’t find until they find this forum. I’m a public health nurse this is how my brain works.