Amconaway88
New Member
Hello everyone!
After extensive research (and a lot of begging from my husband and children) I recently purchased a red footed hatchling from a private breeder. I'm so excited for this new experience, and I can't wait to watch him grow!
A little about myself, my name is Anelise and I am a 29 year old wife and mother of 3 little boys. While I have little experience with tortoises, I do have a lot of experience with animals! My red-footed baby arrived this morning, about an hour ago, and after a soak he is now exploring his new home a bit! I have carefully followed all of the recommendations that I've read for his new home, and he seems to be doing well so far. My only concern, and I know I'm probably being neurotic, but he hasn't eaten yet. The breeder advised me to offer food after his soak when he arrived and I did, but he didn't seem interested. He did appear to drink a bit during his soak and was definitely very active!
How long does it normally take for a new hatchling to start to eat when you get it?
Any and all advice is welcomed! Thanks in advance!
After extensive research (and a lot of begging from my husband and children) I recently purchased a red footed hatchling from a private breeder. I'm so excited for this new experience, and I can't wait to watch him grow!
A little about myself, my name is Anelise and I am a 29 year old wife and mother of 3 little boys. While I have little experience with tortoises, I do have a lot of experience with animals! My red-footed baby arrived this morning, about an hour ago, and after a soak he is now exploring his new home a bit! I have carefully followed all of the recommendations that I've read for his new home, and he seems to be doing well so far. My only concern, and I know I'm probably being neurotic, but he hasn't eaten yet. The breeder advised me to offer food after his soak when he arrived and I did, but he didn't seem interested. He did appear to drink a bit during his soak and was definitely very active!
How long does it normally take for a new hatchling to start to eat when you get it?
Any and all advice is welcomed! Thanks in advance!