Thank you so much for the confirmation Lin!
I find it difficult to balance the line between cautious and paranoid, haha.
I appreciate the tip to handle the spines if I tip toward paranoid!
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- 10 Mar 2021, 11:37
- Forum: Diet and Nutrition
- Topic: Question About Feeding Opuntia
- Replies: 4
- Views: 9717
- 08 Mar 2021, 18:51
- Forum: Diet and Nutrition
- Topic: Question About Feeding Opuntia
- Replies: 4
- Views: 9717
Re: Question About Feeding Opuntia
I always appreciate your detailed responses... whether they derail or not, lol! I've attached photos of the cactus in it's dormant state from today, it kind of deflates in the winter and comes back in Spring. They are native here. I think this is what you're describing, if so that's what we have. My...
- 08 Mar 2021, 17:08
- Forum: Diet and Nutrition
- Topic: Question About Feeding Opuntia
- Replies: 4
- Views: 9717
Question About Feeding Opuntia
https://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/plant-database/viewplants/?plant=262&c=3#.YEZZMWhKiM8 We've recently found some prickly pear cactus. We read that our Russian Tortoise, now four years old, can eat them without removing the spines. Since this is the only place I trust for information, I decide...
- 08 Jun 2020, 16:23
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Re: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
Quick update to let you know there have been no more noises at all. We hung out with him all day and there were none of the signs you mention.
Thrilled to report a good update. Even more excited to know we can see our regular vet with him should he ever need it!
Much appreciation!
Thrilled to report a good update. Even more excited to know we can see our regular vet with him should he ever need it!
Much appreciation!
- 07 Jun 2020, 15:06
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Re: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
He gets a single strawberry and a single (very small) piece of cucumber each year (spaced six months apart.) The purple bit is a spotted bellflower.
It was the first harvest of the season celebration.
It was the first harvest of the season celebration.
- 07 Jun 2020, 13:36
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Re: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
I can't even tell you how much I appreciate this forum... Hector's shell (and care) is wonderful BECAUSE OF THIS FORUM. I knew, in advance, of their greedy tendencies and we watch him carefully! Thank you, really, for everything you do. I can't count how many mistakes you guys kept us from making! T...
- 07 Jun 2020, 12:53
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Re: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
The slate rock was resting on the coconut coir bedding. He was digging under to go to sleep at night. We simply remove it at bedtime and no further damage has occurred.
- 07 Jun 2020, 12:50
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Re: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
He made the noise for about fifteen minutes this morning, intermittently. It was not constant. He hasn't done it since then. I took a video (thankfully) when he was doing it. It's a crappy video, but you can hear the noise clearly. I figured it would help you help me. I don't know why I didn't post ...
- 07 Jun 2020, 12:43
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Re: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
The two white spots on his upper shell are where the damage occurred. I think that is a decent photo. I am in Salem County, New Jersey, USA. We do have an exotic vet, but I'm not sure they have experience with reptiles. I would love a recommendation for a trusted vet. Keep in mind that during these ...
- 07 Jun 2020, 11:51
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10497
Hector- noises, shell question, aggressive...
Three things today. Hector will be 4 in September. We noticed a few odd things. 1. He was grinding the top of his shell as he was trying to get under his slate at night. He did some damage in just two days. We now remove the slate at night. He doesn't seem to be in pain and it appears to be healing ...
- 26 Dec 2019, 13:41
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: (Iceplant) Mesembryanthemum crystallinum
- Replies: 3
- Views: 8637
Re: (Iceplant) Mesembryanthemum crystallinum
You're always helpful! Our Christmas was nice and calm. Hopefully, yours was lovely! Yes, that helps. I don't know why I have such trouble searching the database. I'm hoping practice will help. I didn't think to search each word individually. Next time I'll try different variations. I put the whole ...
- 25 Dec 2019, 17:56
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: (Iceplant) Mesembryanthemum crystallinum
- Replies: 3
- Views: 8637
(Iceplant) Mesembryanthemum crystallinum
https://www.rareseeds.com/store/vegetab ... t-iceplant
I've read the entries for each iceplant variation. I don't see this specific scientific name in any of them.
I have included the exact link from which I would buy it. Any help as to its safety would be appreciated (as always.)
I've read the entries for each iceplant variation. I don't see this specific scientific name in any of them.
I have included the exact link from which I would buy it. Any help as to its safety would be appreciated (as always.)
- 17 Dec 2019, 20:17
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: Sedum
- Replies: 11
- Views: 15949
Re: Sedum
Thank you very much!
Yes, that photo is excellent. I'm still going to bug you to be sure once we have them grown, haha!
Yes, that photo is excellent. I'm still going to bug you to be sure once we have them grown, haha!
- 17 Dec 2019, 19:46
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: Sedum
- Replies: 11
- Views: 15949
Re: Sedum
Found it!
I appreciate you taking time out of your holiday to help me!
I'm off to study. Have a wonderful time!
I appreciate you taking time out of your holiday to help me!
I'm off to study. Have a wonderful time!
- 17 Dec 2019, 19:31
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: Sedum
- Replies: 11
- Views: 15949
Re: Sedum
Awesome. As always, I appreciate you! I will buy a packet and start growing them inside under lights. Then, I'll post photos so we can verify their safety before we add them to the enclosure. Where can I find a designation on the difference between sparingly and in moderation? I'm trying to understa...
- 17 Dec 2019, 16:32
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: Sedum
- Replies: 11
- Views: 15949
Re: Sedum
As I'm planning his enclosure, please allow me a follow up question. If I buy a mix, how long would it have to grow before I was able to identify any sedum acre? I've asked the shop owners if it's included in the mix, but realized I wouldn't trust what they say anyway. I'd rather be sure. After all,...
- 07 Dec 2019, 15:41
- Forum: News, Announcements and Events
- Topic: Sir Hector Sends His Love
- Replies: 2
- Views: 16712
Re: Sir Hector Sends His Love
Good! That's exactly what my post was intended to do. I'm very happy he looks healthy. Warms my heart. He's currently in a 75-gallon enclosure (fish tank.) He's getting much too big for it. We allow him to roam around the kitchen for a few hours a day (under heavy supervision, after we've swept, and...
- 07 Dec 2019, 13:01
- Forum: News, Announcements and Events
- Topic: Sir Hector Sends His Love
- Replies: 2
- Views: 16712
Sir Hector Sends His Love
I just wanted you to know that this is our go-to spot for learning and help. We are preparing to install a permanent outdoor enclosure for Hector next year. He celebrated his third birthday in September. I began doing my research for what plants to include and, naturally, I came here! I've had priva...
- 14 May 2019, 14:32
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector falls asleep with his neck extended. Normal?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4882
Re: Hector falls asleep with his neck extended. Normal?
Yay! I am ecstatic and giddy. I appreciate the response!
- 14 May 2019, 12:49
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Hector falls asleep with his neck extended. Normal?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4882
Hector falls asleep with his neck extended. Normal?
Hector will be 3 in September. He's a Russian Tortoise. We've had him since he was 3 months old. He's started falling asleep with his neck fully extended with his head on the substrate. Is this normal? Some sources we've seen tell us he's a very happy, contented tortoise. But, I want to check with t...
- 17 Feb 2019, 18:14
- Forum: Questions about Plants
- Topic: Sedum
- Replies: 11
- Views: 15949
Sedum
I have found several sources for sedum seed mixes. I can see that Sedum spp. is okay for a tortoise. We have a Russian tortoise. Specifically, I was thinking of buying one of these mixes and would like advice as to their suitability for Hector's summer outdoor enclosure. https://www.michiganbulb.com...
- 03 Jun 2017, 13:46
- Forum: General Tortoise Care
- Topic: Questions about Hector's Care
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4169
Questions about Hector's Care
Hector is a 9-month-old Russian Tortoise. He came to us in November. I've spent the last year researching, but still have many questions. I will attempt to be as clear as possible. 1. I purchased Miracle Grow Potting Soil. Is it safe for him if I use this to grow his food? The seeds were purchased f...