Hello! Reliable star tortoise care sheet ???

[Ella.s]

Hello I live in the uk and am hoping to learn more about tortoises! I've been a tortoise owner for about 7 months now to two adorable baby Russians. I've had a baby star tortoise for just over a week now I've done research on her before we got her but I'm wondering how reliable some advice is... My Indian star is eating well pooping regularly and loves a good soak. Here are some pictures of her and her new enclosure

 

[Tom]

Can you link the care sheet for us? Then we could tell you how reliable we think it is.

I house stars the same as sulcatas and leopards and it works very well for me. One thing I have heard unanimously from all star keepers is that they like it warm.

Check it out:
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/how-to-raise-a-healthy-sulcata-or-leopard-version-2-0.79895/
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/beginner-mistakes.45180/

 

[dmmj]

was there anything specific that worried/concerned you? your tortoise is eating, pooping, and soaking, so it seems to be off to a good start. I know they can be more prone to RI's, so that is the main thing I would watch for.

 

[Grandpa Turtle 144]

Hello Ella welcome to the TFO from AZ, USA . Torts rule !

 

[Ella.s]

Thank you!
http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Turtles-Tortoises/Indian-Star-Tortoise/
Reliable?

 

[Ella.s]

was there anything specific that worried/concerned you? your tortoise is eating, pooping, and soaking, so it seems to be off to a good start. I know they can be more prone to RI's, so that is the main thing I would watch for.

What are the signs of an ill star tortoise?

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi Ella and welcome to the forum!

 

[Yvonne G]

That care sheet was written by a very well-known name in the tortoise-keeping world. I would trust it.

 

[Ella.s]

That care sheet was written by a very well-known name in the tortoise-keeping world. I would trust it.

Thank you and I will!

 

[pam]

Welcome Awesome pictures

 

[G-stars]

Agree, the author is definitely reputable. I would also recommend buying the book by him for star tortoises. It's definitely full of good material.

 

[Tom]

Thank you!
http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Turtles-Tortoises/Indian-Star-Tortoise/
Reliable?

There is some good info in there, but that care sheet is centered around full sized adults. Babies need a little more TLC than just putting them outside and stars are more delicate than some other species. Following the techniques I outline in the care sheet I linked for you will produce a smooth healthy star tortoise.

Never let the night time temp drop below 80 and soak that baby daily in warm water.

 

[Ella.s]

Thank you everyone!

 

[jeffjeff]

i have a care sheet for stars that a uk breeder sent me if you want to look at it and see what you think. i don't know how to get it on here but i can email it to some one so they can sort it.

 

[jeffjeff]

Hello I live in the uk and am hoping to learn more about tortoises! I've been a tortoise owner for about 7 months now to two adorable baby Russians. I've had a baby star tortoise for just over a week now I've done research on her before we got her but I'm wondering how reliable some advice is... My Indian star is eating well pooping regularly and loves a good soak. Here are some pictures of her and her new enclosure View attachment 121385 View attachment 121386 View attachment 121387

do you mind if i ask where you got your star? i'm considering one myself and looking for good breeders. i've only found the one so far that seems genuine and i'm still checking all the info out.

 

[Ella.s]

do you mind if i ask where you got your star? i'm considering one myself and looking for good breeders. i've only found the one so far that seems genuine and i'm still checking all the info out.

I got my star from a reptile shop but sorry I got the last one I'll let you know if they get anymore in!

 

[jeffjeff]

I got my star from a reptile shop but sorry I got the last one I'll let you know if they get anymore in!

thanks, i was just curios if it was the same breeder i've been recommended more than anything. i'm checking every thing out before i commit to a purchase.

 

[Tidgy's Dad]

I know i'm rather late here, but saw you were still about, so;
Hello, Ella and your beautiful star and a very warm if not entirely punctual welcome to Tortoise Forum.