Posts by Alex

Tortoises are often viewed as a lazy person’s pet, in much the same way that other reptiles or fish might are often perceived. However, whilst it's true there are a lot of things you won't...

If you're just getting started caring for a tortoise, or maybe you're still just thinking about getting one, and you're not sure exactly what's involved, then fear not - we've put together this...

Tortoises need their shells like humans need their houses. Largely defenseless against predators, tortoises have evolved, and indeed thrived thanks to the presence of their shell. Without this...

Whether it’s the first or fiftieth time you’ve done it, putting your tortoise into hibernation is always a nerve racking process. From making sure the tortoise is sufficiently plump...

It's more or less the norm to keep a single tortoise as a pet, I don't tend to think of them as sociable creatures that live alongside others of their own kind, and indeed there are several...

It isn't usually necessary to trim a tortoise's nails; however restrictive living conditions in captivity can prevent their nails from wearing down naturally. In this case it may be...