Hi as stated I have a new russian tortoise. I'm calling him Mr T Anyways I've had Mr T for a week now and I was wanting some opinions and some advice from you guys.
His enclosure for now is a 55 gallon tank and for substrate I'm using play sand and Cedar mixed 50/50. I've heard the countless debate on using play sand but I was wondering what you guys think?
Second I have a nice big flat rock for Mr T's food so no sand gets mixed in with it. For the life of me Mr T will not eat off of the rock he only eats out of my hand. I've placed him near the rock and he's even watched me put food on it but he will not eat off of it. Is this something that takes time for him to learn?
Third I have some calcium powder that was giving to me from the lady that owned him. Is this something I should continue to use or should I get a cuddle bone?
As the last item is soaking. So far I have soaked Mr T. 3 times this week for a good 20 mins each time. I have yet to see him use the bathroom is this something I should be concerned about?
I'm sure I will have a ton more questions but for now these are my biggest concerns. I thought I had all of this figured out before I got Mr T, but it is a learning experience. So far though I am thrilled as he is very playful and active and he seems happy!
Thanks for taking the time to read and I look forward to all the helpful advice!
His enclosure for now is a 55 gallon tank and for substrate I'm using play sand and Cedar mixed 50/50. I've heard the countless debate on using play sand but I was wondering what you guys think?
Second I have a nice big flat rock for Mr T's food so no sand gets mixed in with it. For the life of me Mr T will not eat off of the rock he only eats out of my hand. I've placed him near the rock and he's even watched me put food on it but he will not eat off of it. Is this something that takes time for him to learn?
Third I have some calcium powder that was giving to me from the lady that owned him. Is this something I should continue to use or should I get a cuddle bone?
As the last item is soaking. So far I have soaked Mr T. 3 times this week for a good 20 mins each time. I have yet to see him use the bathroom is this something I should be concerned about?
I'm sure I will have a ton more questions but for now these are my biggest concerns. I thought I had all of this figured out before I got Mr T, but it is a learning experience. So far though I am thrilled as he is very playful and active and he seems happy!
Thanks for taking the time to read and I look forward to all the helpful advice!