Tortugadad
New Member
Dad I want a pet.
Definitely the scariest words in the English language.
So my questions for the esteemed members of this forum:
What breed of small tortoise would make the best pet for a 9 y/o boy?
Considering both personality and ease of care is there any breed that would be a good choice? We live in New York City with cold winters so the tortoise would be living indoors.
As I expect I will be the primary care giver for the tortoise for the next two to three decades (at which point I hope to gift the tortoise to any future grandkids while chuckling evilly) I would also appreciate advice on the best enclosure and set up with a focus on simplicity and low maintenance.
So for all you experienced tortoise parents if you were starting from nothing how would start off?
What type of tortoise is diurnal, friendly (for a reptile) and hardy? ( I was attracted to the pancake tortoise but I admit to being a total noob. Extra credit if you can recommend a reputable breeder)
Once you have selected a type of tortoise how would you set up the habitat to make care simple?
I know caring caring for a tortoise takes a lot of time and money but I was looking for recommendations based on your experience on the best way to do it and I would willing be to invest money now to save time and effort later. Once again recommendations regarding brands and vendors is appreciated.
I do not expect everyone to agree but I do want to take advantage of the experience you have had caring for tortoises.
Thank You
Definitely the scariest words in the English language.
So my questions for the esteemed members of this forum:
What breed of small tortoise would make the best pet for a 9 y/o boy?
Considering both personality and ease of care is there any breed that would be a good choice? We live in New York City with cold winters so the tortoise would be living indoors.
As I expect I will be the primary care giver for the tortoise for the next two to three decades (at which point I hope to gift the tortoise to any future grandkids while chuckling evilly) I would also appreciate advice on the best enclosure and set up with a focus on simplicity and low maintenance.
So for all you experienced tortoise parents if you were starting from nothing how would start off?
What type of tortoise is diurnal, friendly (for a reptile) and hardy? ( I was attracted to the pancake tortoise but I admit to being a total noob. Extra credit if you can recommend a reputable breeder)
Once you have selected a type of tortoise how would you set up the habitat to make care simple?
I know caring caring for a tortoise takes a lot of time and money but I was looking for recommendations based on your experience on the best way to do it and I would willing be to invest money now to save time and effort later. Once again recommendations regarding brands and vendors is appreciated.
I do not expect everyone to agree but I do want to take advantage of the experience you have had caring for tortoises.
Thank You