Hello!

[sandersgrey]

Hi, I've been reading a lot of stuff on the forums and thought I'd make an account. I don't have a tortoise (or any immediate plans to get one). I'm trying to figure out if I can take care of a tort as much as they would deserve. I live in an apartment in Washington DC. A tort is a responsibility I'll have for the rest of my lifetime and I want to make sure that I can provide a good home.

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi, and welcome!

Many people keep tortoises indoors all the time. It's a little costly to provide everything the tortoise needs, but it can be done.

 

[JoesMum]

The biggest problem is space. Even the smallest species will need a minimum of 4' x 8' except while it is a tiny baby. In the wild they roam miles and they still need lots of space in captivity

They are solitary. They don't get lonely and don't want a friend, so don't make the mistake of getting two!

This thread is a good starter to read: Beginner Mistakes
https://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/beginner-mistakes.45180/

 

[Careym13]

Welcome to TFO!!

 

[LoonyLovegood]

Hi and welcome! Definitely take your time researching all the tort species and browsing all the different types of indoor enclosures that best fit your lifestyle. That's what I did and my baby leos are in a 55 gallon storage bin for now. You could dedicate half a room for your tort if you have the space, or even the patio if you have one? Any pet is a responsibility but there's just something endearing about turtles and tortoises