Light & Heat Set Up
Given the natural desert habitat of the Horsfield tortoise, sunlight, and specifically the components of sunlight are crucial to giving...
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House of Melvin
A Horsfield Tortoise Guide
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Lifespan
Documented to live in excess of 100 years, Horsfields (and most tortoises) should be part of family wills!
Is a Horsfield Tortoise the animal for you?
It may not be, and thats okay!
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Research, research, research.
I will always advocate for the best care for any animal, so check out the blogs below outlining my thoughts with the benefit of hindsight.
Space
More space is better.
Outdoor and indoor space is better.
The bigger the better.
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Before your Horsfield Comes Home
One of the most exciting parts of owning a tortoise is bringing them home the very first day. Below is a repository of information so your don't need to worry about missing anything.
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Daily Care
One of the most exciting parts of owning a tortoise is bringing them home the very first day. Below is a repository of information so your don't need to worry about missing anything.
Relocation
No Tortoise Left Behind
Moving abroad? The information below will you to get your tortoise where they need to be legally and safely. The process takes around 3 months from the UK to an EU country.
CITES Database
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Transportation
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UK Government Permit
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EU Import Permits
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