Soren
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Hello everyone! I haven't posted on here ever but i've been stalking around whenever I need advice. I have 2 tortoises at the moment, a russian named Rohan and a marginated named bruno. I know its not generally recommended for them to be housed together, but I learned that after they'd been together for a while. I'm always checking for signs of aggression and Bruno has a nice moist hide for when he needs that extra humidity. Rohan is believed to be around 4 years old and Bruno is around 2-3
I've decided im going to at least try to hibernate rohan next winter, and had some questions
1. I live in pennsylvania, so winter temps are kind of inconsistent and I don't have a garage. Would a mini fridge/ incubator work best?
2. Bruno is still a little baby, is it safe to hibernate him? I know it generally leads to longer lives, but is it better to wait until he's older?
3. I've heard both that they should be kept alone while hibernating but also that they should be given baths. Which is best?
4. How long should they be starved before hand to make sure their tummies are cleared out?
5. Should I schedule a vet appointment beforehand just to make sure they're doing good? Both of them are healthy little things, heavy and active. They have good but not crazy appetites and love going on walks to the park. No signs of any ailment, but would a check up still be best?
Sorry for all the questions, I've just totally fallen for my boys and I want to make sure they have the longest and happiest lives possible.
I've decided im going to at least try to hibernate rohan next winter, and had some questions
1. I live in pennsylvania, so winter temps are kind of inconsistent and I don't have a garage. Would a mini fridge/ incubator work best?
2. Bruno is still a little baby, is it safe to hibernate him? I know it generally leads to longer lives, but is it better to wait until he's older?
3. I've heard both that they should be kept alone while hibernating but also that they should be given baths. Which is best?
4. How long should they be starved before hand to make sure their tummies are cleared out?
5. Should I schedule a vet appointment beforehand just to make sure they're doing good? Both of them are healthy little things, heavy and active. They have good but not crazy appetites and love going on walks to the park. No signs of any ailment, but would a check up still be best?
Sorry for all the questions, I've just totally fallen for my boys and I want to make sure they have the longest and happiest lives possible.