I stopped in a nearby pet shop today that specializes in reptiles -- Scales and Tails in Burbank, CA. I was curious if they carried Mazuri, and, as a newcomer to the world of caring for torts, was curious what other useful supplies and advice they might have to offer.
The first thing I did was peek in on the torts for sale and I was so upset by what I saw --badly pyramiding torts of various species all crammed in bright glass boxes with no hides at all and water dishes overflowing with poop. Their food was some kind of brightly colored kibble that looked like Trix for torts.
I had come to this store specifically because they were the supposed reptile experts in the area and the way their torts were housed showed such willful ignorance I was shocked.
I didn't see the Mazuri but left without asking for it.
I don't get it. I've had torts for 6 weeks and am learning and tweaking and trying to help them be as healthy and comfy as possible. Why wouldn't a business that's sole reason for existing is reptiles do the same? I know they have a lot of other animals to care for, but I found this incredibly depressing.
OK, sorry for being Debby Downer but I had to get that off my chest.
The first thing I did was peek in on the torts for sale and I was so upset by what I saw --badly pyramiding torts of various species all crammed in bright glass boxes with no hides at all and water dishes overflowing with poop. Their food was some kind of brightly colored kibble that looked like Trix for torts.
I had come to this store specifically because they were the supposed reptile experts in the area and the way their torts were housed showed such willful ignorance I was shocked.
I didn't see the Mazuri but left without asking for it.
I don't get it. I've had torts for 6 weeks and am learning and tweaking and trying to help them be as healthy and comfy as possible. Why wouldn't a business that's sole reason for existing is reptiles do the same? I know they have a lot of other animals to care for, but I found this incredibly depressing.
OK, sorry for being Debby Downer but I had to get that off my chest.