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 HIBERNATION

At what age should tortoises go in hibernation (Russion Tortoises)
08/03/08  09:52am

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   Message To: Thaa-One-And-Onlii   In reference to Message Id: 1817920


 HIBERNATION

Also russian tortoises that are kept inside do they have to be hibernated?
08/03/08  01:04pm

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   Message To: Thaa-One-And-Onlii   In reference to Message Id: 1818119


 HIBERNATION

Hi the best type of home for a ALL tortoises is outdoors when the weather is warm or during summer days.

A russian does need to be hibernated, but you dont have to hibernate for long.

Most tortoises that hibernate, will benefit from as little as 8 weeks hibernation.
08/03/08  01:17pm

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   Message To: RepticTay   In reference to Message Id: 1818133


 HIBERNATION

At wat age should they start hibernatin?
08/03/08  02:54pm

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   Message To: Thaa-One-And-Onlii   In reference to Message Id: 1818240


 HIBERNATION

Any where from 1 year old and above.

However, if you’ve recently had your tortoise, then do not hibernate for the first year of owning your tortoise.
During the first winter without hibernation, house indoors in a stable enclosure with a heat light, and uvb reptile light.

Then, before hibernating take the tortoise to a REPTILE SPECIALIST vetinary, and make sure your tortoise is 100% healthy, and the correct weight.
08/03/08  03:13pm


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