As mentioned in my intro thread, I don't currently own a tortoise. I want one but first I have some questions.
First off: Is it really a bad idea to purchase a tortoise from a pet store? I ask because I can't seem to find a breeder in my area. I hear that many of the pet store tortoises are overly stressed, sick, etc. Is that true? Is their quality of life (in the future) truly bleak?
Second: I've only ever had dogs and I know the drill when it comes to vet checkups with them. With tortoises I've read a lot of different things. Some say that regular vet check-ups will actually cause stress, while others say that it is a must to take them regularly. Which is true?
Third: I'll probably think of something else to ask later.
Thanks in advance!
First off: Is it really a bad idea to purchase a tortoise from a pet store? I ask because I can't seem to find a breeder in my area. I hear that many of the pet store tortoises are overly stressed, sick, etc. Is that true? Is their quality of life (in the future) truly bleak?
Second: I've only ever had dogs and I know the drill when it comes to vet checkups with them. With tortoises I've read a lot of different things. Some say that regular vet check-ups will actually cause stress, while others say that it is a must to take them regularly. Which is true?
Third: I'll probably think of something else to ask later.
Thanks in advance!