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He's quite the character, as you can see from the pic where he would rather stand on his hind legs then climb to get food.

Here he (I think?) is! He is so cute and funny. He started eating right away and is currently asleep in his basking light. Any advice? I will be taking him to the vet this week for a checkup just in case.

On a happier note, my Russian is arriving in two days!

Slowpoke, your Russian sounds adorable! I hope mine is like yours.

Christmas Tree Storage tubs were still on sale today, so if anyone is lurking, I would check them out now. I actually lucked out twice today. My mom is visiting tomorrow and offered to bring an extra Rubbermaid storage container for my tortoise's "at-home" home . So I will be making that...

Lynne, you have been such a help to me on this forum so far. What a wonderful resource you are. I really appreciate the help. And to all- thanks for the welcomes and the advice. I have decided on a Russian.

Joe, love that you are from Naples! Does my screen name sound familiar?

Quick question first though- what size container should I get? It will just be one tortoise.

Wow! Taylor and Lynne- those are both amazing! Taylor, I am particularly envious of that outdoor enclosure. Lynne, great idea about the storage containers and the second level. I am off to search for some now- I will keep you updated!

Hi all! I will be getting my first Russian within the next week. I would love to see your set-ups for inspiration. Post your pics, please!

Thanks for the welcomes! Any advice on the species/gender/age?

Yvonne- Thanks for the reply and the catch. Sanibella is fine with me. I do have an outdoor space for the tortoise at home (and actually possibly at school) and agree that there is no real substitution for sunshine. Thank you for the recommendation of the MVB. Thanks for the feedback on the...

Hi! I am excited to finally post on this forum. I live in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US. I teach third-grade at a high-poverty, inner city charter school. My tortoise (that I have not yet selected, hence the need for advice) will not only be a lifetime family member to me, but will also be a...