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    Growing cactus where Sulcata roams?

    I know this is a dumb question but I'd feel bad if something went wrong because I didn't ask... is it ok to grow cactus where my sulcata will be roaming? I checked and the cactus that I'm going to plant is safe for tortoises to eat (Cereus Peruvianus), but I know Sulcatas can be persistent about...
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    Front of face looks raw?

    I noticed over the past few weeks that my Sulcata seems to be getting raw around his mouth. I have never seen him rubbing up against the side of his enclosure but I do use terra cotta saucers as his food/water bowls and I am thinking that might be what's causing it. I provide him with a saucer...
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    T5 or T8 ReptiSun to mount 11 inches above Sulcata?

    So far I've been putting my Sulcata outside for an hour or two around three times a week so that he would get the UV that he needs but it's getting too cold (and cloudy) to do that. Now I'm looking for a ReptiSun 10.0 UVB bulb to mount in his container to give him the UVB he needs during the...
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    My little Atlas

    I've had my hatchling Sulcata for a couple of months now and I've become more attached to him than I thought I would! I didn't weigh him when I first got him but from October 30th to November 5th he gained 15 grams (50g > 65g). I've never measured him but I'd say his shell is between 2.5-3...
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    What to do when receiving tortoise hatchling by mail?

    I just purchased my first ever tortoise (a Sulcata; I did months of research to ensure I know what I am taking on with a Sulcata) and I have its home all set up and ready (should arrive Thursday). I know their care requirements but one thing I don't have experience with and haven't found much...
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    Looking to purchase a baby Sulcata

    I have been doing research and preparing for the past few months and I'm finally ready to purchase a baby Sulcata (well, when I can get it delivered on one of my days off). Are there any reputable members that have any baby Sulcatas available? I see that @Tom is a highly recommended breeder but...
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