Re: Tortoise help needed

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Posted by Jen B on March 04, 2001 at 10:23:01:

In Reply to: Tortoise help needed posted by Lori on March 03, 2001 at 18:42:12:

Hi Lori--

You are already doing what I would suggest-- that is, research *before* you buy. (Of course, you should continue to research after, as well). Understand all the aspects involved in tortoise care, referring to different sources, as there is a good deal of conflicting information around. Also before you buy, you should *aquire* all of the things that you will need. Have the habitat set up. It would also be a good idea to identify a vet who specializes in herps (reptiles) ahead of time.

I also live in PA, and I wanted a species that I could overwinter indoors. You will probably want to stay away from larger tortoises that need really big, year-round, outdoor enclosures. I'm a big fan of testudo tortoises, which are generally smaller in size-- Hermann's, Greek, or Russian tortoises are good considerations (stay away from the Egyptian for now, as these are tricky and not good beginner torts).

I've given you a link to the breeder where I purchased my Hermann's tortoise. They were very good, and patiently answered all of my questions about various species.

I hope this helps. Keep researching. Good luck!

Jennifer

: Hello all
: I am considering purchasing a tortoise and have been doing research but have some questions...
: A)What tips might you have for me
: B)What breed might be good for pennsylvania climate (indoors of course)
: c)Do any of you have your set ups online so I could look at them

: Thanks bunches
: Lori

Central Tortoise Reptile Farm

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: Hi Lori-- : You are already doing what I would suggest-- that is, research *before* you buy. (Of course, you should continue to research after, as well). Understand all the aspects involved in tortoise care, referring to different sources, as there is a good deal of conflicting information around. Also before you buy, you should *aquire* all of the things that you will need. Have the habitat set up. It would also be a good idea to identify a vet who specializes in herps (reptiles) ahead of time. : I also live in PA, and I wanted a species that I could overwinter indoors. You will probably want to stay away from larger tortoises that need really big, year-round, outdoor enclosures. I'm a big fan of testudo tortoises, which are generally smaller in size-- Hermann's, Greek, or Russian tortoises are good considerations (stay away from the Egyptian for now, as these are tricky and not good beginner torts). : I've given you a link to the breeder where I purchased my Hermann's tortoise. They were very good, and patiently answered all of my questions about various species. : I hope this helps. Keep researching. Good luck! : Jennifer : : Hello all : : I am considering purchasing a tortoise and have been doing research but have some questions... : : A)What tips might you have for me : : B)What breed might be good for pennsylvania climate (indoors of course) : : c)Do any of you have your set ups online so I could look at them : : Thanks bunches : : Lori

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