Friday, July 31, 2009

Hi, have just bought a horsefield tortoise all help appreciated?

hi, i have researched as best as i can but any advice from people will be appreciated on all aspects of care
thanks
Answers:
Hello..where did you buy him from..a good reputable, reptile seller knows all the care it needs %26 tells you to..otherwise, here's a very good reputable reptile site that has all the know you will ever need about any reptile, turtle, snake..you name it ..Take Care :)
Don't overfeed on the protein. This can lead to shell deformaties.
There are plenty of people who will give you advice on
www.preloved.co.uk

just look under the tortoise categories
Asking that for this species is a guaranteed headache! The Russian is actually a bit tricky, and most keepers have difficulty keeping them alive for more than a few years.

Try the reputable info at these sites:
- http://www.russiantortoise.org
- http://www.tortoisetrust.org
make sure you have adequate heating at check the temps regularly as the tortoise needs the correct temp to get his body warm ,the warmer he is the more alert and active he/she will be .
i bought a book from the bookshop so i can always read up on things ,my vet also gave me a care sheet when i took her for a check up

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