I'm hoping to get some feedback from Cali members about the best tactics for wintering around here. My Russian tortoise, Larry, has been outside all summer, but lately he doesn't come out of his burrow very often and barely eats. I'm not sure if letting him stay outside all winter is a good idea. I have a kiddie pool habitat on an enclosed porch, which would be much warmer. Plus out of the rain....so is this the time of year when they start trying to hibernate, or is there something else going on with him? Also can anyone recommend a good tortoise vet in the Temecula area? Thanks in advance for the help.