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Posted by Andrew Godambe on January 10, 1999 at 21:29:18:

In Reply to: Re: Where do I begin? posted by Marissa on January 10, 1999 at 19:20:49:

I agree with Marissa, a first tortoise is a very important decision on your part. Some species are very hardy and in the beginning we all make mistakes! The money you would spend on a rare animal would be better used on books and equipment. Russians seem to do well in warm, wet places like here in Houston where I live aswell as up north (assuming you live in the US). I had one for a few years and it now lives with a friend who keeps a small group. Russians are charming little torts, remind me of hamburgers. Keep us posted on your decision. Good luck.

: Hi Marlene,

: Glad to hear you are doing this the right way, researching first, purchasing later! Well, Pancake tortoises are very difficult to find and they are NOT for beginner keepers. Neither are Kleinmanni (Egyptian) tortoises. Where you are located will play a big part in your decision as well, mainly your climate and temperatures outside during winter and summer. Tell us a bit more (or feel free to e-mail me privately) and I'll give you much more info and links to browse. For now, check out the link below to the Tortoise Trust website...a great place to start!

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: I agree with Marissa, a first tortoise is a very important decision on your part. Some species are very hardy and in the beginning we all make mistakes! The money you would spend on a rare animal would be better used on books and equipment. Russians seem to do well in warm, wet places like here in Houston where I live aswell as up north (assuming you live in the US). I had one for a few years and it now lives with a friend who keeps a small group. Russians are charming little torts, remind me of hamburgers. Keep us posted on your decision. Good luck. : : Hi Marlene, : : Glad to hear you are doing this the right way, researching first, purchasing later! Well, Pancake tortoises are very difficult to find and they are NOT for beginner keepers. Neither are Kleinmanni (Egyptian) tortoises. Where you are located will play a big part in your decision as well, mainly your climate and temperatures outside during winter and summer. Tell us a bit more (or feel free to e-mail me privately) and I'll give you much more info and links to browse. For now, check out the link below to the Tortoise Trust website...a great place to start!

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