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Hello everyone! I have finally decided to get another tortoise. I have done quite a bit of research and decided to get a red foot. The warm, humid Miami climate is most similar to their home climate so I would keep them outdoors year round (unless it gets under 65). While researching, I have...

Hello all! I purchased a bag of pure cypress mulch from Home Depot for $2.50, which was a tremendous bargain! I added abiut 2-3 inches to my baby sulcata's enclosure and he loves it so far. He has dug a hole all the way to the bottom and sleeps in it. I have a few questions: How often should I...

Hello! I am currently setting up an indoor enclosure for my baby sulcata and I am very confused about the lighting/heat. I am planning on buying a CHE, heat lamp and UV lamp. What brands/types do you recommend? How do I keep the enclosure from getting too hot? I know coiled UV bulbs cause eye...

Hello all! I have had my Sulcata for about 4 years and he has not grown. I did thorough research before purchasing my tortoise and I am educated on tortoise care and husbandry. Housing: I have an under the bed storage bin that I keep him in. I use paper towels as substrate as per tortoise...

Hello all! I am new to this forum. I have a 4 year old Sulcata Tortoise that I purchased from Pet Supermarket. As soon as I saw him I had to have him so I went home and spent about a month researching before I brought him home. If I was aware that tortoises could be adopted, I would have adopted...