Desert region tropical tortoises have specific requirements when it comes to their care. They require regular exposure to a source of UV light so they can turn Vitamin D2 into D3. They also need...

You need a hygrometer in your tortoise’s enclosure if you want to keep the humidity at the right level. Too much humidity can cause shell rot or respiratory problems, while too little can dehydrate...

If you're contemplating buying a tortoise then one of the questions you are probably considering is whether or not tortoises smell bad. Fortunately, tortoises themselves do not smell bad and they...

Any pet can be used for emotional support, whether it be a dog, cat, rabbit, spider, or in this case, a tortoise. Whether the pet you use for emotional support is recognised as an 'Emotional Support...

You can give your tortoise both fresh weeds/plants and pellets. They can, and should be offered in combination, unless you have access to a wide variety of fresh plants that contain all the necessary...

Red marks on your tortoises shell (the carpace) or underside (the plastron) could be a sign of Septicaemic Ulcerative Shell Disease (SCUD) or another form of Septicaemia. If you notice red markings...