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  1. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Thank you Krista! Cheers to tortoise time ?
  2. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    That’s awesome your aldabra are growing up too! 10 acres is a huge amount of land for a few tortoises to take a bite out of. Where are you located? Although you’ll hear from adult giant tortoise keepers that horse fencing isn’t adequate, it is a great option with modifications to fence off...
  3. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Sure I can answer that question too, however the point of my update on tortoise forum was to share the story of these tortoises growing up over a longer period of time instead of the typical “I have a new tortoise post” but then disappear or “I’m top dog breeder/ dealer” post. The original...
  4. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

  5. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Great question Wellington ( by the way great to see that you haven't changed a bit!) Its human nature to fear what you don't understand. Zebras are grazing herbivores. They are a prey species with defense mechanisms of avoidance ( running away, the first choice ) or kicking ( reserved for...
  6. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Until next time... enjoy your tortoise time... they grow up fast ?
  7. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Last years pasture buddies- now waiting for him at the new property. Tico seemed to not mind as long as he thought he was center of attention.
  8. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Last years bloopers...
  9. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    This is the third year Tico has shown increasing interest in breeding behavior. This year, he consistently found the correct side of her shell and is mounting more effectively. It will take more time, possibly decades, but it’s a good start for a young age.
  10. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Tico, proud of his mud wallow.
  11. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    It’s been 5 years since the last update on Tortoise Forum, so I thought I’d post an update on my original 3 Aldabra- Tico now 12 y/o male, Kennedy going on 10 y/o female, and Gilligan 9 y/o male. While the rest of the zoo have moved to the new property, these original 3 are seemingly enjoying...
  12. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Tico's gregarious personality... it's difficult to say if he wants to be watch dog or just the center of attention.
  13. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

  14. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Kennedy catching some rays...
  15. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    It's been a busy year starting our veterinary practice (for that reason I have been AWOL form the forum), however coming home to tortoises has kept me as grounded as possible day after day. Tico is now over 24" SCL!
  16. TortoiseDVM

    Galap Tyrone -Getting some Size

    Tyrone looks great!!! 9" and smooth growth at one year... Way to set the precedence :) Great job!
  17. TortoiseDVM

    Master and Commander

    Enjoying the great outdoors!
  18. TortoiseDVM

    Master and Commander

    Warm soak...
  19. TortoiseDVM

    Master and Commander

    New white growth lines...
  20. TortoiseDVM

    Grazing Aldabras

    Sea Kelp! Tico enjoying his kelp snack!
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