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  1. Maisey

    Hi

    Hi. Thank you all for your warm welcome and the links. I got a red foot tortoise last year, he was 3 months and unfortunately I lost him. I was so gutted, I refuse to go through that again so I will be getting one over a year old to try and lessen the chance of death. I think I have decided on...
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    Hi

    Hi. I cannot wait to get to know you all. I currently don't have a tortoise but I'm looking to learn as much as possible before we make the commitment. Can anyone recommend a website with lots of information or personal experiences for the best tortoise breeds for beginners. Me and my...
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    Concerned (eye problem, not eating)

    Id just thought id let you no I have taken him to the vets this afternoon. Though his eyes are a lot better he still hasn't eaten and had become very lethargic. Unfortunately the specialist wasn't there today so we have to go back in the morning but hopefully they can sort him out. I'll let...
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    Concerned (eye problem, not eating)

    Thanks, I have bought a new uv bulb but not a strip light now as he just wouldn't move at all last night and I wanted something ASAP. The new uv seems to be making a difference already to his eyes. I'm going weed/flower picking tonight to try and get new foods to convince him to eat. I have also...
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    Concerned (eye problem, not eating)

    Okay thank you i'll only feed fruit a couple of times a week, I have read a lot online but it is so hard to know what is right and what is not. I cannot remember what type of bulb I bought him, could you please advise me a decent one and i'll buy a new one tomorrow. I have also read strip...
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    Concerned (eye problem, not eating)

    He has a UV bulb approximately 1 month old, a heat bulb that is red if that makes a difference. He is a fussy eater but he does eat and he is has access to water and bathing 247. His diet varies, he is fed romaine lettuce, basil, mint, dandelions, pepper, chicory etc, I try to vary it as much...
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    Concerned (eye problem, not eating)

    Sorry yes a red foot, his is on a diet if fruit and vegetables alternative days plus one day protein which he normally get a boiled egg. His humidity could be higher to be honest though it is 60 and I do spray it at least 3 times a day.
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    Concerned (eye problem, not eating)

    Hi. I have an approximate 6 month to a year old tortoise. He seems to be going through a shed as he has white marks around his eyes but he seems to be struggling to open one of his eyes, right now he has one eye fully open whilst the other is just slightly open. His half closed eye is watery and...
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    First time tortoise keeper :)

    Thanks guys. I have been doing a lot of research but thought a forum full of tortoise owners would be the best possible place to get advice and tips :). Sheldon is still rather shy at the moment but he is getting there. Loves his baths. I look forward to getting to know you all and your...
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    First time tortoise keeper :)

    Hello from England. I have just acquired my first tortoise and I absolutely love him. He is a red foot called Sheldon and approximately 6 months old. I have never kept tortoises before but I am enjoying learning all about them. I've have only had him 4 days so far but he is settling in well, I...
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