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Hi guys, I know this is a common question but I am just not finding the answers I need anywhere online. Please bear with me and explain in real simple terms as I am still a newbie and so confused by all the options available. So, Ralph is a horsefield, no older than 10 months old. We live im...

Thanks. He is very reluctant to soak. It really seems to stress him out so I only bathe him for a few minutes. Hopefully this will improve with time.

Hi, I have had my horsefield over a week now. He is no more than 8 months old. Hehas a very healthy appetite and pees and poops daily. I am just wondering how much should he sleep? He stays in a vivarium with extra ventilation. One end there is a spot where temp is around 32 to 34 degrees. When...

And another of his flakey head and shell

It wouldnt let me add them to the previous post so heres the back of his shell.

Hi I have had my horsefield tortoise for a week now. I am new to caring for a tortoise. I believe he is no older than 8 months. He has quite dry flaky scales on his head and legs. Is this normal? I am bathing him for only a few minutes each day as he does not seem keen. I thought dehydration...