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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Ya I already have another one who is a TTPG member and does very well with this species.
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Breeder got back to me today. He said the rest of the batch was solid and only has a 7 day satisfaction guarantee but is willing to work with me on the price of another from next year's batch. They do have a terms and service so I realize I'm not entitled to any refund or replacement and that's...
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Appreciate that
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    I don't disagree with any of this. I assumed the health issues were from a young hatchling being shipped and would go away with proper husbandry. He did eat and poop just not as much as what I've seen in the past. I'm by no means not an expert so this is where I take some of the blame and think...
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Just wanted to vent to some fellow tortoise lovers is all. I don't believe the breeder was trying to make a quick buck and I guess I feel partly to blame since it's the first one I've lost. I've felt since I started this hobby I've had the best care possible and have always done my research but...
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    I made this post just to vent about the loss not really put the breeder on blast or anything. I've got other hatchlings from them in the past and haven't had an issue..
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Ya waking up today I can't help but feel a little more upset about this aspect of it. The breeder still hasn't replied to me email and ot was just a little over a month since I received them so I'm kind of doubtful anything will come of it. I'll update if I do hear back.
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Ya I figured it was just a little pliable because it was so young but it only got worse. I emailed the breeder literally an hour before it passed saying I was thinking about a vet visit and asking for suggestions. I don't like asking for hand outs so hopefully they offer something but even if...
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    Tort passed away.. frustrated

    Just venting because there's nothing else I can do at this point. Got an egyptian hatchling last month. When received his shell was a tad squishy and had trouble opening eyes. Never had much of an appetite and was very lethargic. Did everything I've done with my 5 others and unfortunately today...
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    Tortoise table app beta

    Just figured I would help these guys and gals share this since there's a lot of knowledgeable people here. This is a useful app and they are working on improvements. You can download the beta of the updated app in the link below..
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    Hello there

    Thanks for the kind words, I've definitely researched a lot and continue to do so. It's hard to tell in the pics but the redfoot and radiated tubs are sitting in a home-made greenhouse. I used pvc pipes and plastic sheets to throw it all together. Of course its just temporary for while they're...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    Man your luck works fast I just got the job offer!! Quick wish me luck on winning the lottery
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    They have a plant in Kansas City which I live about an hour away from now so it won't be a big move. I noticed TX is where a lot of radiated breeders are so that wouldn't have been bad lol. This way I'll still have access to relatively cheap property and close to family so it's not all that bad...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    Thanks I'll look into Audubon centers as well, and thank you for your service! Right now I'm currently unemployed after a failed contract renegotiation and our unions business rep selling us out and losing half the plant their jobs.. The company I've been interviewing with is called honeywell...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    No worries I appreciate the honesty especially from someone with as much experience as yourself, and thank you for your wisdom. I should add that I didn't expect much from zoos in the first place and maybe put my foot in my mouth when I started this post with just mentioning them. I figured a...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    I feel like I should be paying you for all this information. My biggest problem with getting my project started has been "legitimizing" my torts so when I do get to the final stages of breeding and offering them to institutions (if that ever comes to fruition, still not giving up on my goal...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    Sounds like most of the legislation that seemingly makes sense but dies for no reason other than "politics"
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    I didn't realize the can of worms I was opening with my original question but I'm very glad I asked nonetheless. It mentions at the end of the video that they hope to send the radiated to Europe and the states. I wonder how they plan in doing so if nobody will take them. Or why Madagascar...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    From my little bit of reading it seems the more regulations the less things start to make sense. My example of the snapper for example or soft shell even. It's okay to fish for them but keeping more than 5 without permits is a no no. Would this be because they're worried they would get released...
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    General questions regarding breeding, conservation, and assurance colonies

    Well if you wrestle any bears make sure to record it. Haven't seen any good bear wrestling action since the state banned it. /s
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