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    Hibernation?

    Kind of disappointing I can’t get my questions answered.
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    Hibernation?

    What is the best substrate to use when hibernating a Hermanns? And when should I stop feeding? I was planning on 2-3 weeks before.
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    Hibernation?

    Any suggestions out there?
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    Hibernation?

    Ok so after reading a bunch of threads on here I’m definitely going to use the refrigerator method. I’m reading conflicting info on when to stop feeding him. Some say 4 weeks others say only 2. Also what is the best substrate to use in the hibernation box?
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    Hibernation?

    I definitely don’t have to worry about predators. The cage is secure and locked. But I think you’re right on being able to monitor temperature better in fridge. Outdoors who knows what might happen.
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    Hibernation?

    I have an 8 year old hermanns and I was thinking about trying to hibernate him this winter. I have always kept him awake in the past. I’ve read up quite a bit on the subject but the idea of it still makes me a nervous wreck. I can’t decide if I should let him do it naturally in his cold frame...
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    Mosquito spraying

    The chemical is Dibrom. They say it’s not harmful to people or pets.
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    Mosquito spraying

    I agree. And people tried to stop it from happening but they still voted to do it. I have my inside enclosure ready to go for tonight and a nice heavy duty tarp to cover the outdoor one. My biggest concern now is all weeds. They will be ruined won’t they?
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    Mosquito spraying

    So my city has decided it’s going to do an aerial spray for mosquitoes tomorrow night. Not too happy about it but nothing can be done to stop it. I should probably bring my tortoise inside for the night while this happens right? Do I need to cover the outside cage with something to keep the...
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    Sleep positions?

    I think it’s pretty normal.
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    Poisonous plants

    Poppies are listed as do not feed on the tortoise table
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    Tortoise Diet

    I would skip the fruit and vegetables for sure. Hermanns aren’t supposed to have any at all really. Stick to your diet of weeds and maybe add some mazuri once or twice a week. Also you really don’t need to dust with calcium and vitamins every feeding. Only a couple times a week. And I’ve never...
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    TAP WATER?

    Yes. I’ve seen others on here say if it’s safe for you to drink and bathe in its safe for your tort.
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    New addition

    Thank you. I will be monitoring the temperature this week to see and will update.
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    New addition

    Thank you.
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