{"id":252,"date":"2022-10-06T13:55:04","date_gmt":"2022-10-06T20:55:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shilohsvet.com\/blog\/?p=252"},"modified":"2022-10-06T13:55:05","modified_gmt":"2022-10-06T20:55:05","slug":"our-guide-to-pet-tortoise-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shilohsvet.com\/blog\/our-guide-to-pet-tortoise-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Guide to Pet Tortoise Care"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There are many reasons why an individual decides to live with a pet tortoise. Aside from being quiet and peaceful animals, they are truly fascinating to observe and engage with. In other words, they add value to an owner\u2019s environment and bring loads of joy and satisfaction to boot. However, as with all pets, caring for a pet tortoise requires careful planning and preparation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Making a Match<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A healthy pet tortoise appears alert and clean. Prospective owners should look for any possible signs of illness or injury. Take into account the appearance of the shell, eyes, nose\/beak, skin, and muscle tone. They should be able to easily lift themselves off the ground, walk freely, and breath without straining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soon after you adopt a pet tortoise, we recommend scheduling an exotic pet wellness exam<\/a>. We can ensure that your new pet tortoise is in great health, and make recommendations for care at home. A fecal exam and bloodwork may be an important priority to your household, as some zoonotic diseases,<\/a> including Salmonella<\/em>, can be transmitted between tortoises and people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acquiring Gear and Supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The enclosure you decide on for your pet tortoise depends on how big they\u2019ll eventually get. Keeping in mind their needs for balanced temperature and humidity, you\u2019ll need to provide housing that promotes a warm, humid basking spot. They also seek relief in a wading dish nearby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can mitigate issues related to heat by installing easy-to-read<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Healthy and Happy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In addition to a dry, clean substrate, proper ventilation is key to their health. As such glass aquariums aren\u2019t always the best fit for a pet tortoise enclosure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other environmental hazards to avoid include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n