pinkgirlisnice
New Member
Hi again! I have a few questions/asking for advice! I have (what we believe to be a male) russian tortoise! I got him a little over 24 hours ago from petsmart. I’ve done tons on research on the testudo genus, russian tortoises themselves, and how to care for them as well as keeping them indoors. I was wondering if anyone could give me advice on how exactly to schedule out his days? So for example, lighting times, eating, etc. Is there a specific time I should be feeding him around? How often? With the lighting, I’ve heard 12 hours on, 12 hours off is good. Does that sound right? I have a leopard gecko, and with him have a pretty set schedule, so was wondering if someone could help me plan out a schedule or at least give advice on the questions I asked, assuming it’s a good idea to have a set schedule with russian tortoises.
Also a bit off topic, but I haven’t seen him out of his enclosure once (besides when I’ve taken him out). He is always buried. Is this okay/normal? At least while he’s still getting used to being moved since it has only been a little over 24 hours? He’s eaten/drank once that I’ve seen and pooped twice again that I’ve noticed. Hopefully that’s good. Being a new tortoise owner can be pretty stressful as I want to make sure I’m doing the best I can to take care of him and love him and make sure he’s happy and healthy. Appreciate all the responses and advice!
Also a bit off topic, but I haven’t seen him out of his enclosure once (besides when I’ve taken him out). He is always buried. Is this okay/normal? At least while he’s still getting used to being moved since it has only been a little over 24 hours? He’s eaten/drank once that I’ve seen and pooped twice again that I’ve noticed. Hopefully that’s good. Being a new tortoise owner can be pretty stressful as I want to make sure I’m doing the best I can to take care of him and love him and make sure he’s happy and healthy. Appreciate all the responses and advice!