Hello, my name is Francis and I've lived in the state of West Virginia for 3 years. I live by the Charleston area. For the past month or so I have been contemplating getting a tortoise, as I think having one would add a lot of joy to my life as well as the life of the tortoise. I'm not taking this decision lightly, so I have been doing a lot of research on the subject.
My heart right now is set on getting a Hermann tortoise, and I am planning to build my new tortoise's habitat over time, with the hope of getting a Hermann tortoise by my birthday which is in November.
My biggest question is, where is a reputable place where I could get them locally or online that maintain a high standard of care and love for their tortoises? I am absolutely set on getting a captive bred tortoise, for obvious reasons, and I am worried that I will be lied to by a salesman.
Also, I was wondering if there was a certain time of year that I would be able to buy a tortoise over others. Are they usually available year-round, or only during certain seasons? Thank you very much for your time! Love seeing pictures of your little torts.
My heart right now is set on getting a Hermann tortoise, and I am planning to build my new tortoise's habitat over time, with the hope of getting a Hermann tortoise by my birthday which is in November.
My biggest question is, where is a reputable place where I could get them locally or online that maintain a high standard of care and love for their tortoises? I am absolutely set on getting a captive bred tortoise, for obvious reasons, and I am worried that I will be lied to by a salesman.
Also, I was wondering if there was a certain time of year that I would be able to buy a tortoise over others. Are they usually available year-round, or only during certain seasons? Thank you very much for your time! Love seeing pictures of your little torts.