Hibernation Interrupted. Now What?

[tutelman]

My daughter recently got a Russian Tortoise. During a run out in the yard about 3 to 4 weeks ago, he disappeared. Of course, we suspected - rightly as it turned out - that he had dug himself in for the winter.

Today, our friendly German Shepherd found the Russian, dug him out, and presented him to us. Do we return him to his burrow and cover him up? Do we bring him back inside and let him warm up?

Your assistance is appreciated!

 

[TestudoGeek]

Did you prepare him for hibernation? Torts need to be "slown down" for winter. See these links for detailed info:

http://www.tortoisetrust.org/articles/hints.html
http://www.slowcoach.org.uk/care/hibernat/hibernat.html

How long was he dugged-in?

You shoud also be carefull with the the dog\tortoise relationship. It can be lethal for the tort.

 

[wayne.bob]

i think it would be best if you keep him inside for now if he was not prepared.
i agree you should be careful with the dog situation.

 

[Sharleen]

Sorry to laugh, But that is funny, The dog said hey wake up! What are you gonna do sleep all day/winter! Your post made my day!!