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My spouse brought up a debatable topic on tortoises. Here is his question. Are forum members totally against painting a tortoises shell? I explained I wouldn't personally do it. But, I would gladly ask the question for him.

This is not a simple decision. I am trying to decide which tortoise to get: A Male Leopard tortoise around 8 inches. Reasonably priced. OR A Male Star tortoise who is 6 inches. Reasonable priced. My dilemma is this, which do you think would do better in Colorado weather? In the summers it...

Hi, I apologize if some of these are repeat questions. I tried to search all the info on here for answers. However, I may have missed one or 2. What size or age can a pancake go outside in an outdoor enclosure? I am getting a hatchling. If you get a pancake and plan on getting a second from...

I am in search for some slate rock. I called Home Depot and Lowes neither carry it and didn't have suggestions on where to find it. I don't have any gravel companies near me either. So, the question is where did you get your slate rock? Thanks so much!

Would you think this guy is WC or CB? The previous owner thinks he is WC because he shell is so smooth. However I would think the opposite. Here he is:

Hi there, I am an experienced tortoise keeper. I just can't decide Pancake hatchling or Russian Tortoise Hatchling. I found a great breeder of Pancakes. No breeder on Russians. What do you guys think? And, why? *I DID check other threads and found none regarding this topic* :D

Looking for a Pancake tortoise. Would need shipping to Colorado. (80927) Please pm me if you have one for sale/adoption. **I apologize I posted another ad in the for sale section before I knew this section existed** Please delete that post mods. Thank you.

Anyone sell/breed Pancake Tortoises? Please pm me. I am looking for one. Thank you very much!

I am considering buying an adult leopard tortoise. However, I reside in Colorado and the summer's don't really get hotter than low 90's. I was wondering if someone that lives in a cooler part of the US could comment and maybe post a picture or 2 of their outside habitats. I want everything set...

I have a gorgeous laid back Chahoua (he is 52 grams) RTB. I am looking to trade for a leopard tortoise. I am not looking for a hatchling. Wanting him or her to be 5+ inches. Thanks so much!

This is my dream tortoise. After buying our house I decided to finally got one. I have been waiting forever. So, here is my dream.

I know it's not advisable to put 2 Hermann's together. But, what if they were both about the same size, age and were both females? Still a no? No, I am not interested in adding a male to the mix. Thanks!

This tortoise is in my area. This makes me so sad. http://pueblo.craigslist.org/pet/4278738215.html

2 of her eating (denying Mazuri and pumpkin) 1 picture (heading home) 1 picture butt and legs shot. I laughed so hard at this one.

What has been the longest your new tortoise has gone without a name?

Soaking. Temp bath bucket. Female? [hr] Just got her this morning. Wasn't aware of pyramiding when purchased. :(

When your tortoise is being shipped to you the next day, what do you do while you wait for what feels like forever?

Well, my enclosure is done. It has glass sides and locks. This is for safety purposes obviously.. I am excited about my new enclosure. It's 5 feet by 2 1/2 feet. It has 3 hides, one wooden log, Terra Cotta for water, food stones and finally the lighting. I have a ceramic heater on the end for...