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Rumor is our big guy, he currently weighs about 27 pounds. His age is unknown. He came to us 3 years ago and has resided on our farm since. As some might remember he did escape at one point and was found 120 some days later! We are downsizing our farm and planned to bring him with but he has...

He would of called from under his bed, hahaha. I was so scared he would drop him if he retracted fast and that escaping air sound came out. I kept warning him that it could happen but that he is not hissing! He's not a shy tortoise, thank goodness.

Thank you all for sharing this great news with us! I have read each and every comment as they came and have just been too busy up until now to comment. He is home and "grounded"/not allowed in the main yard (which is where he escaped) and instead is in his usual space. He has over an acre to...

The woman originally rumored to of taken our sully has reappeared in our lives all of a sudden. We haven't heard from her in months yet yesterday just after Cat (Florida Fish and wildlife) posted here and called the hospital this lady did too. I'm wondering if she has been following this thread...

It's our boy! We've had the gentlemen take him to our nature center where he'll safely stay until we get back into town! So happy!!!!

Hey there! Morgan actually did get the call. Our hospital also called to let us know the gentlemen and you (Cat) called as well! We've returned your call but like you said, you're out. I am going to call the regional number as suggested. Liz was not available either. Busy day for everyone! I'm...

Little George is STILL with us! He has even started eating on his own just last week or so! Amazing. His eyes still don't stay open on their own though. They dry up and close really quickly so I am hesitant to release him.

Nothing as of yet. We've had some cold weather here in North Florida, it even snowed one day. I am hoping that wherever our baby is that he's inside and warm at least. I wish I had a good update for everyone. Thank you for thinking of us and sending us all the good vibes you can!

I finally got a CRE hung at the right level above him to keep him comfy while soaking. I've noticed that his skin gets buildup or something on it after soaking. Almost like he's waterlogged in some parts. Does that make sense? She he goes longer between soaks his skin looks great/normal but his...

He's still kicking! We've taking everyone's advice and have been doing the baby food soaks twice a day (45 mins or so each.) I've mixed chicken with carrots and peas with a bit of warm water. Still not eating on his own though. Im afraid of leaving him in anything but the damp moss we have him...

I meant to add, the hoarder lady found out someone had contacted me about a tort they found...she had the nerve to ask me if I would put her in touch with the lady because she wants one...red flag much? I don't know what I can do to get closer and know for a fact she doesn't have him. Today I...

Still nothing. The weather here has finally warmed up again. It was warm when we list him then cooler for a week and now warm again. Hoping he's safe wherever he is. Heart breaking to think we won't see him for Christmas. A lady called me today and said she found a tortoise stuck in her fence...

Thats the feeling I've gotten too, that someone saw him crossing and picked him up. Good intentions or not. The dog went right to the fence across the street, we entered and she hesitated to enter the tall brush, finally she did but kept circling and losing a scent. I don't know if she was...

The dog came out this morning and worked for an hour or 2. She did pick up her scent at the spot we suspected she got out at, she then went under the fence and across the road to the woods we've been walking. That's when she lost the scent. It's been closer today so we're hoping he's burrowed...

Thank you. You have no idea how good it feels to be able up come here and know others can sympathize with the situation. I think friends are tired of hearing about it. Tomorrow a retired tracking dog is coming to help. Worried that tomorrow marks a week and that this dog hasn't worked since last...

Yes! I started baby food soaks and did another injection of antibiotics, his eyes are now opening and he's ready to run. He still hasn't taken food on his own but is so far beyond what anyone thought he'd get to. I'm so proud of him. Can't wait until he starts to eat. At that point we'll bring...

This is exactly how I feel. Clearly I don't want to be chipped, but my pets, yes! (And maybe even my daughter one day, haha.) [hr] Thank you. Still no sightings. Frustrated. He seemingly just poofed. I think that's the worst part, that we have no idea where to start. We've combed the area...

Your ears must be burning because I've mentioned you and Walking Rock at least a dozen times during this process. When we do (and I hope it's a when and not if) he is getting tagged immediately. [hr] That's what I would worry about too. Is loved to see a subcutaneous gps as well! They have...

Update, we still have not been able to locate Rumor. I'm sure every one of you can imagine how hard this is. We have only had this boy a short time but you guys know how attached you can get to your torts. I still can't believe it's happened and keep checking and checking obsessivly only to come...

Oh, good to know. I hadn't thought of chicken baby food too. Luckily my partner is a vet, she's small animal though so we've been using her and our herp. vet associate combined to get this little guy going. Neither thought he'd make it through the night but I've been hovering and babying him. I...