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- Jan 18, 2012
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I have always loved reptiles and have cared for tutles, red eared sliders and most recently my first Sulcata. This forum was a huge help with learnign about his care. Unfortunately the breeder, which is also one of the website sponsors, sent me a sick hatchling with closed eyes. Through the help of a reptile vet at Ohio State University hospital, I have done everything I can to help Hondo. As an Eco writer for Yahoo News, I am using the experience to help other new tort owners and to discourage anyone from purchasing through the same breeder. He was so ill when he was sent and when I called repeatedly with my concerns and details about his behavior, they just brushed off the non-eating and closed eyes as typical hatchiling behavior, it is not. It was very expensive to try and nurse him back to health, but sending him back as they suggested would have been a death sentence. I love the little guy so much and hope my experience will save others from going though the same heartache. I have tons of space and hope to adopt as many Sulcatas as possible.