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So I've been wanting sulcatas for years now and decided IT'S TIME. Ive owned and own other breeds of tortoises, but never the sulcatas. I've done lots of research on them, and I'm ready for the commitment. The problem is, I don't have their house finished. I'm starting with 3 adults (all around 35lbs 16-18") but I will be getting them months apart. I'm hoping to get the first one next week, but the temperatures outside aren't ideal for them to stay in. Currently its 70f during the day and 50f during the night, only getting colder as winter approaches. I have a shed, but its more or less a room with drywall, insulation, flooring, etc.. so I definitely don't want a dozer crashing around in there. But I do plan on making a "box" to put in there. Would an 8'x8' frame (12" walls be high enough?) be big enough for one and possibly two sulcatas for around two months until their winter housing was finished? What should I use as the bottom, plywood? substrate? Heating?
Could they stay in their 24/7 or should I carry them out periodically when the temperature was..? I know this kind of setup is not ideal, but would it hurt for up too two months? Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
Could they stay in their 24/7 or should I carry them out periodically when the temperature was..? I know this kind of setup is not ideal, but would it hurt for up too two months? Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!