Dog House Conversion - Tortoise Forum
2008年5月15日 · Dog houses don't work well. They are designed for dogs, not tortoises. The doors are too big and they can be difficult to seal, insulate and retrofit. Much easier to just build your own. Like this: http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/another-night-box-thread.88966/ http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/my-best-night-box-design-yet.66867/
indoor redfoot cage size - Tortoise Forum
2013年7月23日 · Red foot Tortoise can be fairly big when it become full grown (12~15 inches +). In the winter time of Detroit MI, you do need to keep the RF indoor, RF do not hibernate.
Dog house ramp? - Tortoise Forum
2016年6月2日 · I built an insulated panel to cover the large opening with a smaller entrance to sorta fit the tortoise and have enlarged this opening a couple times as he grew, it now measures 24 in wide x 17 in high.
Creating a Home for Your Redfoot Tortoise - Carolina Pet Supply
If you do not own a house dog or ferret, you can section off an area in a room for the t ortoise pen. Make sure the floor of the pen is durable, washable and leak proof. The area should be at least 4’x8’ with 12” walls for one adult Redfoot.
What kind of enclosure does a red foot tortoise need?
How do you make a Redfoot tortoise enclosure? I use plastic dog houses and plastic deck boxes. They are weather proof and easy to hose out to clean. The outdoor pen needs to be secure so that the tortoise cannot escape and predators cannot get to the tortoise and kill it.
How big of an enclosure does a Redfoot tortoise need?
Provide the largest possible enclosure for your tortoise. At a minimum, provide an area that is 6 times as long and wide as your pet. For example, a 6-inch tortoise should have an enclosure that is at least 3 ft by 3 ft. A large plastic storage tub is a good place to start for smaller tortoises.
Creating the Perfect Indoor Enclosure for Red Foot Tortoises
2024年4月2日 · By carefully considering these factors and creating an indoor enclosure that meets the specific needs of red foot tortoises, you can ensure that your pet tortoise is happy, healthy, and able to thrive in its environment.
could you take care of a tortoise like a dog? : r/tortoise - Reddit
2023年2月3日 · I have two large Redfoot tortoises, male and female. They've had the run of the house for 12 years. They are large and really heavy, like doorstops. I kept them in enclosures until their shells were 12 inches long. The male chases the female all over the house, clucking. If you are new to tortoises, please know that they are more fragile than ...
r/tortoise on Reddit: So what do y’all recommend as hiding …
2022年7月6日 · So what do y’all recommend as hiding spaces and water bowl for a red foot tortoise? I’m thinking a dog house or crate because I’m pretty sure it’s gonna be bigger than my dog but maybe those aren’t the best Ideas. And for context, the red foot is gonna have near free roam of the backyard (except for the fences and shed)
Red Footed Tortoise: How to Care for Them (Complete Guide)
2022年9月13日 · While your red-footed tortoise needs sun, you also need to provide shade. A small plastic waterproof dog house can serve as a hide and keep your tortoise out of the rain. You can also put some big rocks or logs in your redfoots’ outdoor enclosure to provide hiding places. Redfoots are naturally curious, needing space to wander about and explore.