Hi, I hope someone can help, or offer some advise. I have 2 4 year old herman tortoises (George and Ruby) and the last time I took them to the vet he mentioned hibernating them soon. When I purchased them the breeder said to wait until they were 5 years old, but I have heard people say as they are medditereanean that I dont have to hibernate them at all if I dont want to breed from them (which i'd rather not). I'm not really keen on the idea of hibernating (because I'b miss them! and be so worried that they wouldn't wake up again ) but if it's best for them I'd gladly do it. We live in the UK so there it is really cold in the winter, so maybe it would be best if they are asleep through this? so some questions! if it is best to hibernate them how do I do it? and if i dont are there things I should do to make sure they're kept nice and toasty through the winter? any help would be appreciated. thanks! Katie, George & Ruby x
Oh, forgot to mentione how much they weigh! George is 1lb 1.5oz, and Ruby is 1lb 9.5oz thanks!
Oh, forgot to mentione how much they weigh! George is 1lb 1.5oz, and Ruby is 1lb 9.5oz thanks!