New Member Introduction

[Pokey2010]

I am a new member living in Maricopa County in Arizona. I got my Sulcata, "Pokey" when someone found it by the side of the road, offered it to my brother-in-law who was not interested, and asked me if I wanted it. I had thought about having a tortoise before but didn't know anything about them and didn't pursue it. I am very happy I said I would take it. I have it in a 10 gallon aquarium and believe it may be time to move up to something bigger. It is about 6-7 months old and growing well. I am happy to have found this site because I know only one other person with Sulcatas and don't have much contact with them.

 

[Laura]

please post a picture...
I think you have found agreat place to learn and help your new friend stay healthy!
Welcome!

 

[dmarcus]

Hello Pokey2010 welcome to the forum. I have a 5 year old Sulcata.

 

[ALDABRAMAN]

Welcome!

 

[Torty Mom]

Welcome to TFO!

 

[coreyc]

Welcome to the forum some pic's would be nice

 

[pdrobber]

welcome

 

[bikerchicspain]

Hello and Welcome..

 

[John]

hello

 

[Isa]

Welcome to the forum

 

[Yvonne G]

Hi Pokey2010:

Welcome to the forum!!

May we know your name?

 

[Tom]

Hello and welcome. I'd love to see a pic too.

I'd give him a warm water soak. He might have gotten thirsty out there on the road.

 

[tortoisenerd]

Welcome! The Enclosures section has some great ideas for enclosures, such as tortoise tables (wood boxes), plastic tubs, livestock water tanks, etc.

 

[Pokey2010]

I am a new member living in Maricopa County in Arizona. I got my Sulcata, "Pokey" when someone found it by the side of the road, offered it to my brother-in-law who was not interested, and asked me if I wanted it. I had thought about having a tortoise before but didn't know anything about them and didn't pursue it. I am very happy I said I would take it. I have it in a 10 gallon aquarium and believe it may be time to move up to something bigger. It is about 6-7 months old and growing well. I am happy to have found this site because I know only one other person with Sulcatas and don't have much contact with them.

 

[Jacob]

Welcome, i own a baby sulcata as well!
I love them, there full of energy and very curious!
And yes u need to movie up to a 60 gallon terrium or bigger!
Make sure he gets sunlight during the day outside for about an hour

 

[Fernando]

Hello and welcome!