Lilyflowerbud
New Member
Hello,
In anticipation of some warm weather I would like to get my tortoise an outdoor enclosure.
Marigold is a Herman’s tortoise and lives in a heated enclosure inside.
I take her outside on warm days and let her wander about for a bit under close supervision. I thought she might enjoy an enclosure outside in the summer, if it is warm enough. We’re in southern England- so hopefully we might get some sun!
Obviously will ensure there is a nice shaded hidden bit for her to retreat too.
Does the enclosure need a base? I’m worried about her digging out and escaping. Would a chicken wire base cause injury to her feet? Should I look for an enclosure with a solid base? Or does that defeat the point? She loves eating the clover and dandelions. Maybe she wouldn’t burrow out and I’m being over cautious?
Any advise or recommendations for ready made enclosures?
In anticipation of some warm weather I would like to get my tortoise an outdoor enclosure.
Marigold is a Herman’s tortoise and lives in a heated enclosure inside.
I take her outside on warm days and let her wander about for a bit under close supervision. I thought she might enjoy an enclosure outside in the summer, if it is warm enough. We’re in southern England- so hopefully we might get some sun!
Obviously will ensure there is a nice shaded hidden bit for her to retreat too.
Does the enclosure need a base? I’m worried about her digging out and escaping. Would a chicken wire base cause injury to her feet? Should I look for an enclosure with a solid base? Or does that defeat the point? She loves eating the clover and dandelions. Maybe she wouldn’t burrow out and I’m being over cautious?
Any advise or recommendations for ready made enclosures?