21 Questions With Tiptoe!

[@sylviaueckermann655]

I'm also a tortoise mom...they are the the weirdest most adorable hard headed eating machines😘 I'm honoured to look after and learn about these amazing creatures 🐢

[@sheilariley1261]

Sweet Tiptoe. I'm so loving him! He loves his mommy

[@yanjijay6752]

That crunch 🥰

[@michaelmelling9333]

Tiptoe is blessed to have such a wonderful mom that really takes good care of him. I would like to see them do some nationally broadcasted TV commercials.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lorrainyhippohernandez4796]

You’re so responsible for thinking the way you do about breeding him especially! ❤Thank you for sharing your perspective!

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@Onewen]

i love Tiptoe and your channel... thank you for sharing him with us. My question would be: do you ever worry that he could get bored or want/need more space? Also, if i'm correct it is pronounced "CARE UH PACE" ☺ Thank you for all you do to keep him happy and healthy! Love your response for the breeding question... there are so many tortoises in captivity, especially sulcatas, and since they live almost 100 yrs, that's a LONG time to sit around waiting for a home 😭

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

I do get worried about space for him but taking him on his walks reaaallly helps

[@bemoguy]

Thank you for answering those interesting questions. Tiptoe is a joy to watch!

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@PamelaH_HappyVibes]

I have a sneaky suspicion that TipToe loves Grandpa too! And his yard. 😂 I loved it when Grandpa was working on TipToe’s house. He definitely recognizes him. ❤

[@MrCockatiel2007]

Cute Tiptoe! Loves his breakfast!

[@dragonsember]

I love seeing the meals she makes for him. It's nice seeing a big tortoise be taken such good care of. A lot of people abandon them when they get big 😢

[@kellyedey8573]

The relationship you have with tiptoe is amazing and beautiful, i’m always brings a smile to my face even when I’m feeling no like today you can count on tiptoe to bring some joy❤️❤️From 🇬🇧.

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

I am so happy that you found our page

[@wodi28179]

Tiptoe is so precious!! It's so obvious that he loves you with all of his sweet little heart Caitlyn and that you take such excellent care of him!! Such a cutie pie!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mattruth8763]

The world loves Tiptoe and Kaitlyn ❤️

[@dmann1209]

Thanks, TT is so cool! I love the way TT blinks.

[@keithbates598]

So Cool seeing Tiptoe meeting children and the children get all excited ❤❤❤ Joan 😊

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

we have a fun class visit coming up that I will be sure to film :)

[@ericgonzales7005]

Thats the nicest looking tortoise I've ever seen, I see how he makes your life better! Your an awesome mom😮

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

thank you so much :) I am very lucky to have him

[@ericgonzales7005]

@@caitlinandtiptoe well your both blessed to have one another, love you both, thanks for sharing your posts, they make me happier

[@thecatsmeow9972]

You & your family have done an amazing job with TipToe ❤ I know it can be a team effort

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

I am sooo lucky my parents love him just as much as me :)

[@cutdecrap.3725]

Thanks

[@alandickerson3379]

Thank you for a very nice video! The two of you together are a lot of fun!

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@lifestyles2482]

I love your answer about the breeding issue, they are way over bread, most people wouldn’t take care of them correctly, it’s a tough decision but probably the right one. Although, one litter wouldn’t be that bad, if you prearranged possible homes, sanctuary, you could get away with doing it one time. And that would be really awesome. I’m gonna say this again because I always seem to say this, you’re not utilizing the heart shaped shell on his chest plate the best yet. That should be your logo, it should be your brand, and eventually when people see it they’ll know it’s tiptoe without even writing his name. I would immediately buy a sweatshirt or T-shirt or hoodie if that emblem was on it. Would love to discuss marketing with you regarding this, you could raise money for other tortoises, wildlife sanctuary, make money for yourself and tiptoe in your family, it could be extraordinarily awesome.

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

This is such a great idea, thank you so much!! I would love to chat with you about it that's awesome. Our email is [e-mail] :)

[@tomnoonan2466]

Everytime I see caitlin and tippy I feel happy❤❤ thanks to you both for sharing!❤❤❤

[@double6ixes]

love this q and a vid! watching over breakfast and learning at the same time lol

[@Christina-jc9fd]

Adorable!

[@karenrohl3967]

Thank you for answering those questions. So interesting and you are the BEST TORTOISE MOM!! Bless your Mom and Dad for being good Tortoise Grandparents. ❤

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

thank you so much

[@kealyphillips3946]

He is super cute, and you're doing a fantastic job being his turtle mom. I'm wondering what he thinks of rain....🐢

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

thank you :) rain is not his favorite but if its a warm rain he will occasionally sit in it

[@michaelmorrison4843]

Watching your channel I've learned so much about tortoises! I was really shocked when I first saw you taking him on a "walk"! I didn't know they could walk so much! And he moves faster than I thought he could! Love watching the two of you! 🤔😁

[@beckireid4208]

I have a small Russian Tortoise and I have been in love with turtles/tortises all my life. Tiptoe is beautiful and well cared for, so many are a commodity and I applaude you for not contributing to that horrible number of abused creatures🐢❣

[@madelyn7521]

so glad this little girl started a youtube channel. I swear, that thing smiled when she handed him the lettace.

[@jamesparciak9765]

Hi. LOVE seeing both of you, love seeing him everyday even if it's for a short...for 5 seconds. His health is good because you take such good care of him. Question.. the vine plants growing in the pots behind Tipetoes house what is the plant ?

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@Jeff4090]

Seeing this made my night. What an amazing animal.

[@ManiacRacing]

"Blueberries were essentially coming out his nose" Lol! What a mental picture that paints!

[@OrhallaZander]

What a wonderful woman. She stayed with him all these years.

[@americanheretic4315]

I have been around a few Sulcata's and Tiptoe is a great looking guy. Good nutrition and exercise. Thank you and your family for being a tortoise parent roll model.

[@floydreed8777]

That’s awesome thank you for reading and very informative about tiptoe. Love watching your video young lady

[@JanetLeigh3]

❤❤❤❤Loved the Q and A!!❤❤❤

[@danielbarr9795]

I am so happy that I found your videos... great job!

[@mattruth8763]

I love how he just exits lol 😆

[@RichardHead-gn8tw]

One benefit of contacting a few vets can help quite a lot. It helps in case blood is needed etc. I'm sure you'd be happy if Tiptoe got sick and the Vet knew of a couple shelled friends that could help.. I think all exotic pet owners should.

[@sharonott7513]

Great video, Caitlin. Tiptoe certainly is a handful and he , obviously, has a great Mom.

[@thebob5568]

you have a heart of gold

[@kellilee7433]

I love watching you and tiptoe.

[@carmenHernandez-jg1kk]

Tiptoe is so cute !! I love him. Hello from Michigan!!❤🐢

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

hiiii to Michigan :) Thank you xoxox

[@carmenHernandez-jg1kk]

Hi Caitlin is the 1st time you answer me thanks!! We are tortoise lover specially my husband . I admire you so much how much you care and love Tiptoe!!! Hugs from Michigan!!!❤🐢

[@victormorales3064]

For me -- it's INSIGHT(S) to a tortoise life... Amazing stuff... Have considered an outdoor MIRROR in his pen area..? Imagine the videos of the mirror interaction...😊

[@sugarspiceatn1]

Hey 👋 love these chatty video's almost as much as the day in the life video's. I have a question about Tiptoe. You say "my 175ib tortoise" but what are his dimensions head to tail and just his shell length and width? It's really hard to guess his size and I'm really curious. Much love from me in the U.K xx

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

what a great question!! I will measure him tomorrow and be back with an update.. I truly am so curious too. We need a Tiptoe sized plushie

[@sugarspiceatn1]

@Caitlin Doran thank you so much. I will be getting the tape measure out myself so I can see his size. I saw my next-door neighbours tortoise for the first time this year yesterday (not the same breed). Charlie looks like a mini version of Tiptoe. I can't wait to show my granddaughter him later today when she is here, I expect her to reclassify him as a "doggy" every animal that's not a cat is a doggy at the moment lol 😆 anyhoo enough rambling on. Can't wait to see his size, and hopefully, he will sit still long enough for you while you measure him. Big hugs from me in the U.K xx and omg yes yes yes to the Tiptoe plushie xx

[@garyburlin6301]

Love the painting thank you

[@rebeccacamacho-sobczak4282]

You are such a good mom!

[@tv-fg7vo]

🌹🌹🌹💐💐💐💐

[@paolaoscarsson4710]

I Just Love Him🙏💜❤️💖💖☀️☀️☀️ 🥰 Greetings from Stockholm, Sweden 🇸🇪 💐☀️

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

SO AWESOME!!!!

[@rhainaweissehexe3899]

I wasn't getting your videos. I was woried. Glad all is good ❤ love you all 🧡🌟😊

[@ronc7475]

You take great care of him. He loves you and your parents.

[@LilMiszNikki808]

Never thought I will be invested in a Tortoise 🐢 ❤. Tip Toe is a dope dinosaur 😂

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@maggieekane7845]

“April showers bring May flowers”

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

there we go hahahah

[@cubinn149]

Aww cuddle time with tiptoe

[@lindakapusciarz3244]

I would not miss you and tiptoe for anything!

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@derrickheidweiller9580]

Love your channel, have a nice wknd🙂

[@thebob5568]

caitlyn is my favorite name!

[@poolside16190]

I don’t wanna get too personal, you know, but uh, this is hard to ask a tortoise, Tiptoe,what’s your shell size?😄

[@jjohnsengraciesmom]

Large

[@poolside16190]

@@jjohnsengraciesmom 😉

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

hahahaha hey thats a great question. I'll break out the measuring tape and get his size soon -- I am also so curious...

[@alfheib]

Thank you... Few things about tiptoe thank you very much have a nice day God bless you and your family and tiptoe

[@MrMockingbird1313]

Hey Caitlin, I have a parrot. Some vets have a specialty. They have a circuit practice and make house calls. This is more common for bird vets. I would think you could find a bird vet to visit Tiptoe on an annual basis. Send me a note, if you need a name.

[@FlippFloppa5000]

He looks like the perfect buddy!

[@aaryakatare4434]

how do you take care of him when its snowy or rainy?🥰🥰

[@smartchic86]

April showers bring may flowers 😊

[@anthonyperrone6008]

I love Tiptoe!!! I would buy a ticket for almost any price just to spend 5min with the amazing and beautiful Tiptoe. You know what though. Tiptoe would not be Tiptoe without the Mighty the Beautiful the Smart the Brave the all around sweet and awesome Caitlin Duran!!!!! #RESPECT

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

aww you are the best

[@anthonyperrone6008]

@@caitlinandtiptoe No you are!!! I wanna buy me some TipToe merch.

[@youtubeobserverz]

Tiptoe's table manners are atrocious! Could he be sent to a finishing school? And what about a stoplight and clearly marked crosswalk for Tiptoe's crossing? P.S. If California slides into the ocean, Tiptoe would be a really good friend to hang on to! 🥰

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

He may need cotillion class or two hehe

[@stewartwattson5386]

Follow up to "noises", Does Tiptoe make any vocalizations? I.e. noises that aren't bodily functions

[@marie22213]

She said he "hisses" when upset

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

Yes! He will hiss if he is frustrated

[@chrisleaf]

Adorable Turtle ❤️

[@YouLookism]

Loved the video 😊 and love T 😘🐢💚

[@robertd8362]

I'm still trying to figure out WHY watching Tip Toe eat his full is the same as Watching Paint Dry for Caitlyn Husbandry ( Happy trails) 💌

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

hahahaha

[@mariestubbs4606]

Just luv Tip Toe..

[@josephpao5285]

My best buddy is here again👍Love T❤

[@reyleno926]

You are such a sweet mother for TipToe. Do you plan to someday give him some human siblings?😅😮🤗

[@Chia-liSung]

what, no flowers? INNN--JUSTICE!!!!!!

[@chastityhartman9044]

Good boy tiptoe ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Dark_rai665]

Where did you buy himm

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

I got him from Alan's Pet Center in Santa Monica :) 21 years ago but they are still open for business. Every once in a while I will go in to check out the sulcata babies

[@1996pola]

I ❤️ you Tiptoe

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

he loves you too!

[@thomasthornton5737]

😃👍👍👍❤

[@earthling128]

How do you get him in and out of a car?

[@gisellebroadnax7289]

Hi. My Mom (86 yrs old) and I love your videos, can you make one with Tiptoe drinking?

[@jeffscott2840]

❤

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

:)

[@chrisolson3240]

I can see your point on not having TipToe spreading his legacy. There is a guy on in Arizona that has male and female Tortoises.

[@87gnxisgod]

MR T ROCKS 🤙❤️

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

hehe thank you

[@YodasBlessedLife]

Great job thanks for answering my question 🐢❤ to all and tiptoe

[@EDog-ti7jb]

These are all really good questions!

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

[@squareswing]

My wife rescued our tortoise many years ago. "Tank" may be larger than your guy. My wife passed during covid and I have been trying to find a new home for him. I am 77years old and have found it almost impossible to place him with a new friend. We are on a couple waiting lists at rescue sites but the waiting list is long and slow. Please do not make more tortoises, since there is no way to place adults as many people are surprised by their great size. I fear Tank will have nowhere to go when I pass. I live in southern Calif. Tortoise people are rare.

[@rhymeswithRihanna]

God bless you and your tortoise 🐢! If I had a backyard, I’d take him 😢.

[@squareswing]

@@rhymeswithRihanna Thank you. Still holding on, but it looks grim. We sure have done a poor job keeping tortoises with places to go.

[@larrystevens2164]

Hello Caitnil God bless you and tiptoe do you feed him apple 🍎 or melon 🍈 or cantaloupe or how about squash or spinach

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

he adores cantaloupe and squash! He has had an apple a few times but they are pretty high in sugar so we do limit them

[@paulhill1379]

Great video.😊

[@1ponsford]

Does Tiptoe interact with your dogs much and what do they seem to think of each other?

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

We let the dogs in the enclosure every once in a while (Grace the pitbull always tries to snag his food). Tiptoe gives them the staredown and occasionally tries to "chase" after them. The dogs don't know quite what to do but overall they tolerate eachother pretty well

[@cliffordnewell2445]

Tiptoe should be on Meet the Press.

[@jimfreyler2944]

I also have a sulcata. I wonder if your parents knew what they were getting into when they got you Tip Toe 20 years ago?

[@SpartacusCZ]

❤🐢❤🌺

[@louielahoye9625]

carapace it is sounded like CARE UH PACE

[@stevennapier6441]

Good morning Happy Sunday 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@stevennapier6441]

Bless you

[@billyloomisotherdaughter]

Is he still 175lbs?

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

we think so... we are working on finding a place to take him to get weighed again but he is just so dang big

[@billyloomisotherdaughter]

@@caitlinandtiptoe he is sooooooooo cute. Will you ever do a meet n greet in LA? I'd love to meet tip toe and bring him strawberries

[@marka2430]

❤ 🐢

[@T8ERS]

Does he just chow down on whatever you give him and can he "taste" the difference?

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

He is super open to trying new things but he definitely has his preferences. We have a lemon tree in his enclosure that drops occasionally and oh man he steers veryyyy clear of those

[@T8ERS]

@@caitlinandtiptoe Maybe its the odour he detects. Things like hot peppers, onions, radishes that are pungent he shies away from, I guess. Thank you for the response, Caitlin! ❤

[@lawo3917]

Great video

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

thank you :)

[@benwilson9150]

Do you have or have you had a partner tip toe hasn’t liked? Odd question I know but our pets can be extremely judgemental!! I also ask as that is potentially a new regular person being introduced into the routine.

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

So far he has been a fan of any partner I have brought over however he definitely has people who he likes more than others

[@benwilson9150]

@@caitlinandtiptoe it is funny how our pets can be judgemental isn’t it! Bring a new regular person into the daily activities and they can either really love them or hate them!

[@mplsmark222]

How sensitive to touch is TipToe’s carapace? Does he like being rubbed? I have visited giant tortoises and know they like having their legs and neck scratched.

[@goldenvalleylady]

Good morning tiptoe and catlin.

[@donnaboyle669]

I would love to know his age? I just found your site. In love with Tip Toe. He is the most handsomeness tortoise I’ve ever seen. He’s perfection.

[@brendafreiger5562]

Great questions! Why is his house pink ?

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

We painted it in October for breast cancer month :) We are planning to paint it again soon

[@annamancia4575]

Tio toe is so cute Ur a great owner

[@caitlinandtiptoe]

thank you so much :)