First Tortoise

[xcourtney3]

I'm getting my first russian tort on Thursday. What items do I need in preparation?

 

[Kristina]

Here ya go - http://www.tortoiseforum.org/Thread...ive-or-Beginner-Tortoise-Owners#axzz1PxL9DoMw

Welcome to the forum

 

[wrmitchell22]

You will need an enclosure, indoor or outdoor. Food dish, water dish large enough to soak in, but not so deep to be dangerous. Fresh foods and mazuri tortoise chow. Lights, MVB and Ceramic Heat, possibly night bulb if you want, but not necessary. (debatable) Temp and humidity guages. I think thats a good overview, but definately read the link that Kristina included. Welcome to the TFO.

 

[dmmj]

Welcome to the forum
Russians are an awesome tort, especially for first timers

 

[Jenni_48463]

I too am a newcommer and thinking of a Russian for our first one!! How exciting, congrats!

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi xcourtney3:

Welcome to the forum!!

May we know your name and where you are?

 

[Torty Mom]

Welcome to TFO! Congrats on getting a tortie and glad you found us, lots of help here!

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi xcourtney3:

I just wanted to let you know that any post made in the "tortoise vendor review" section has to be ok'd by our fearless leader before it will show up on the forum. Your post is waiting to be approved.

 

[tortoises101]

Welcome to TFO and good luck with your new tort.

 

[gmayor]

Good luck they are a ton of fun very active little guys enjoy

 

[wrmitchell22]

I had a russian a long time ago and she was awesome, I had to rehome her when I went to training for 5 months. I think you will enjoy a russian. Mine was outgoing and not shy at all.