Hi, I have just returned home with my first tortoise. It was a long decision and I have done a lot of research but I have found that various sites offer differing advice. So I went with a friend to get my tortoise from a breeder. My friend has 7 tortoises which he has had for many years, so I have got someone with some knowledge to help me.
However, I still worry especially about her first hibernation. I am having made an area for her, with a house and conservatory outside. In the meantime she is inside. So what advice can you give me to help her settle in, and to make sure she gets to a good weight before hibernating and various ideas for hibernation. The plan I have is the same as my friend does, which is to let them dig into the ground inside their house and then cover with hay and leave for the winter.
Thanks and hi again
However, I still worry especially about her first hibernation. I am having made an area for her, with a house and conservatory outside. In the meantime she is inside. So what advice can you give me to help her settle in, and to make sure she gets to a good weight before hibernating and various ideas for hibernation. The plan I have is the same as my friend does, which is to let them dig into the ground inside their house and then cover with hay and leave for the winter.
Thanks and hi again