Hello Everyone,
I have never had a tortoise or even held one. My wife and I are psyched about getting a tortoise. Please help me pick the perfect tortoise for our home. We live in Sarasota and the tortoise can be outside on our our screened patio. I'm planning to build an elevated tortoise table or enclosure. I can definitely bring him/her inside if it gets too cool. We would like to get a few and try breeding them one day. I think a small species would be best. What do you recommend for my climate and setup? I have been reading about tortoises for years and know the basic care.
Also, once I pick a species how do I locate a great breeder? There are tons of people selling torts on the web. I'd like to get one from a local breeder if possible.
Thanks, Heath
I have never had a tortoise or even held one. My wife and I are psyched about getting a tortoise. Please help me pick the perfect tortoise for our home. We live in Sarasota and the tortoise can be outside on our our screened patio. I'm planning to build an elevated tortoise table or enclosure. I can definitely bring him/her inside if it gets too cool. We would like to get a few and try breeding them one day. I think a small species would be best. What do you recommend for my climate and setup? I have been reading about tortoises for years and know the basic care.
Also, once I pick a species how do I locate a great breeder? There are tons of people selling torts on the web. I'd like to get one from a local breeder if possible.
Thanks, Heath