That's definitely someone's pet. Don't let it go. It's got to be a nearby neighbor that lost it. If you let it go it will die when winter comes.Found this red-footed tortoise in my backyard. It's definitely not a native here as I live in Cleveland, Ohio. Not sure what I should do. Would it be safe to let it go considering it's not native?
Look around your neighborhood for signs posted on poles saying "Lost Tortoise". If you don't see any, try calling a couple of the veterinarians in your area to see if they might have gotten a call from the owner asking if anyone reported finding it.Found this red-footed tortoise in my backyard. It's definitely not a native here as I live in Cleveland, Ohio. Not sure what I should do. Would it be safe to let it go considering it's not native?
I'll be sure to keep a look out. In the meantime my family will be keeping it in our backyard. Thank you!That's definitely someone's pet. Don't let it go. It's got to be a nearby neighbor that lost it. If you let it go it will die when winter comes.
I've been doing some research on how to feed this little guy and this is very helpful. Thank you so much!e are fruit eating tortoises, the fruits where they naturally live are much different than our sweet, sugary fruits. Fruits like cactus fruit, papaya, figs, hard melons, etc. are best, but they can also have fruits like strawberries, blueberries, apples, or any other sweet, edible fruit as part of a varied diet. Feed a piece of “good” fruit the size of the tortoise’s head once a day, or feed a larger amount a few times a week. Mix in “sugary” fruits for variety.
My family and I have already fallen in love with this sweet little tortoise. We are hoping to find his family, but we have decided that if we aren't able to then we would be more than happy for him to join ours!If no one ends up claiming him, tortoises make wonderful pets. Or even if you do find his family, you may have fallen so in love by that time that you end up finding one of your very own
Do you have the "Nextdoor" app? It links you to your neighbors. It's a free app. I've seen many pets reunited with that App. Worth a try!!!I'll be sure to keep a look out. In the meantime my family will be keeping it in our backyard. Thank you!
They are crafty little climbers that’s how they get out in the first place. Keep a good eye on the little guy. We adopted ours from the humane society because he got out of someone’s yard, but they didn’t care for him very well. Now he is in his yard loving life, they are the most peaceful breed out of the 7 types I have. Loveable 100%I'll be sure to keep a look out. In the meantime my family will be keeping it in our backyard. Thank you!
I'll definitely give it a try.. Thank you for the suggestion!!Do you have the "Nextdoor" app? It links you to your neighbors. It's a free app. I've seen many pets reunited with that App. Worth a try!!!