just to add yes her enclosure is big enough 2ft by 12ft with temperature gradients and basking spots as well as soil to dig in and various hides. I just think it is important get access to sunlight and being able to forage over a wide terrain. I am well aware of the dangers posed by letting...
i walk her standing next to her she doesnt run loose. 30 minutes to an hour weather permitting and then back to the enclosure. she gets quality sun rays and gets to work those legs climbing up and down the hill. cant do outdoor enclosure because of native fauna, so walking her is best way to get...
Except it wouldn't. For the same reasons the death penalty doesn't make murder disappear. That's all I am gunna say here. I don't know why I clicked in this thread. My heart goes out for tortoises everywhere. I hope this tort recovers and lives a long long life.
If you read my post. In no way did I excuse the behavior. I said he should be locked up. I don't know if you read Old Yeller, but tl:dr the boy has to put down his loyal pet dog because he had rabies and was going to kill the boy. Yeller wasn't a villain or evil. A disease was.
I won't comment...
The individual was arrested and is mentally ill. We should all have our hearts out for this poor tort. However, mental illness is a serious issue especially in areas like SF were the homeless population is largely swept aside and unaided. As a person who struggles with PTSD and Trauma we should...
It depends, I think on the personality of the tort. Mine isn't afraid of me in any capacity and seems to have a general sense that if i pick her up it's not a reason to be scared but she is going someplace enjoyable like outside or bath time etc. First thing when I wake up is morning soaks...
Consult a care sheet for each species. It will also vary depending on your lighting situation. There is such a thing as to much. Causes for pyramiding are still not as well researched as they should be so keeping an environment and nutrition as close to optimal should minimize these issues. My...