Quick Answer: Pet tortoises can live 50-100+ years, making them one of the longest commitments in the pet world. They need specific UVB lighting, temperature…
Quick Answer: The most common reason a tortoise stops eating is that its enclosure is too cold. Tortoises need a basking spot of 95-105°F and…
Quick answer: The best tortoise species for beginners are Russian, Hermann’s, and Greek tortoises. They stay relatively small (6-10 inches), tolerate a range of conditions,…
As development and urbanization encroach on their natural habitat, Texas tortoises are becoming more popular as household pets. But before you go out and buy…
Keeping a pet tortoise indoors is absolutely possible, but most people underestimate how much space, equipment, and planning it takes. I’m going to walk you…
Tortoises may not get bored, but they do need enrichment in order to live their best lives. Tortoise enrichment can come from two primary mechanisms;…
Are you thinking about getting a pet tortoise? They are fantastic creatures, long-living, hard-shelled herbivores that can bring much joy and laughter when cared for…
When we got our first Russian tortoise, we were undoubtedly beginners and needed to know where to start. There are so many opinions on the…
Tortoises are some of the oldest, longest living animals on earth today. They come in many sizes and colors and are like modern day dinosaurs.…
Why is my tortoise bobbing its head? That is a question that gets asked often by new tortoise owners. Tortoises bob or nod their heads…
