Hello from Kingman, AZ. So long story short, someone dumped this little lady (fairly sure it's a lady amyhow) on my friend, told her it was a sulcata and vanished.
My friend is 100% an animal lover and often winds up overwhelmed. She's had this tortoise for almost 3 years and it hasn't grown at all really. But when it started to show pyramid8ng and she was going on vacation I agreed to watch her menagerie. I asked if she'd like me to lighten the load and take her into my home (I have a nice big yard when she's ready)
I don't think she's a sulcata, I'm thinking maybe a sonoran, but I am not willing to risk her health by guessing and providing improper care.
She's currently in a 20 gallon long tank with her uvb/heat lamp. ( I adjust the settings throughout the day so she doesn't get uncomfortable with my ac going) She eats her grass pellets mixed with a calcium treat, some veggies, and nice fresh water. I have no intention of keeping her there long term I just need to observe her for any signs of illness for a little bit.
It's a week since I've had her and that brings me to my request.
Can someone help me identify her? If I'm going to build/buy a proper enclosure for her, it might help a little if I know what she needs.
Thank you for your time and attention on the matter. Means a lot to me and Cecilia!
My friend is 100% an animal lover and often winds up overwhelmed. She's had this tortoise for almost 3 years and it hasn't grown at all really. But when it started to show pyramid8ng and she was going on vacation I agreed to watch her menagerie. I asked if she'd like me to lighten the load and take her into my home (I have a nice big yard when she's ready)
I don't think she's a sulcata, I'm thinking maybe a sonoran, but I am not willing to risk her health by guessing and providing improper care.
She's currently in a 20 gallon long tank with her uvb/heat lamp. ( I adjust the settings throughout the day so she doesn't get uncomfortable with my ac going) She eats her grass pellets mixed with a calcium treat, some veggies, and nice fresh water. I have no intention of keeping her there long term I just need to observe her for any signs of illness for a little bit.
It's a week since I've had her and that brings me to my request.
Can someone help me identify her? If I'm going to build/buy a proper enclosure for her, it might help a little if I know what she needs.
Thank you for your time and attention on the matter. Means a lot to me and Cecilia!