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    Breathing issues

    A few weeks ago I took Watson my Hermanns to the vet for labored breathing. He also whistled when he breathed some of the time. He got antibiotics for two weeks. It's been a week since his last injection. His breathing looks better, but he still whistles. Does he need more time to heal or...
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    What type of Hermanns??

    I recently got two Hermanns tortoises. Can someone tell me which of the Hermanns they are! Thank you
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    Respiratory infection question

    How long after starting antibiotics for a respiratory infection before you start seeing/hearing improvement? We went to the vets last week but I was just curious what the timeframe usually is. Thanks
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    Coco coir question

    I got a large brick of coco coir but it doesn't say how much water to use. How much water do you use per pound of dry coco coir?
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    General care questions

    I just recently adopted two and am working on getting a larger enclosure built. In the meanwhile unwanted to make sure I'm keeping them as happy as possible in their temporary home. They are currently in a Rubbermaid tote with cypress mulch and sand for substrate. I'm going to get rid if the...
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    Pyramiding?

    I just recently adopted two tortoises. Their shells are not smooth. I am working on getting them set up properly now but want to know if there is anything extra I can do to reduce the pyramiding. They are at least 7 years old already if that makes a difference. Is the pyramiding of their...
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    How much space

    How much space should I plan for two Hermanns tortoises for an indoor enclosure? I live in the Midwest US so they will get outdoor time until winter. I just got them last week but already want to build them a great indoor pen to replace their current home. I'd appreciate any help in knowing...
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    New owner of Russian tortoises

    Hi. I'm a new russian tortoise owner. I adopted two from an friend who was getting rid of them. They don't have names yet. She never named them:(. I'm looking forward to getting them settled in and set up right. Any lighting information would be appreciated especially. I look forward to...
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    Introduction

    Hi all, I'm a newbie to the tortoise world but wanted to say hello. I am the proud owner of two russian tortoises. An old aquaintance wanted to get rid of them so I adopted them. They are at least 7 years old already and I think a male and a female. I'm already looking at how to...
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