I adopted a russian tort from an animal rescue place and they said she was found eating rocks in a construction site. She is now very active and happy and super adorable!
@LuckyBadger4 жыл бұрын
I love how you consistently use both the scientific and the layman's terms. It makes the info so accessible.
@frankbianca50379 жыл бұрын
ive had my russain for over five years and just learned something new thanks
@ericmanzo49316 жыл бұрын
Bro I'm an owner of a male Russian tortise
@shariqkhan52485 жыл бұрын
Same here
@carolynbroadus6885 жыл бұрын
I had my max six years and knows his way around my two bed apartment and it's December here in DC now he's a very cool tortoise him and my cat get along good to I let him soak in warm water he in a big plastic container with everything thing he needs anyway enjoy your night God bless
@saifulalam41085 жыл бұрын
How big tank will i need as adult and are they affectionate.
@saifulalam41085 жыл бұрын
@@carolynbroadus688 you still have him what happened to him.
@andreamartineau11972 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you mentioned that many are wild caught -- I made sure to get a captive raised one from a local breeder, and it was a really positive experience
@Kaij-8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for clearing up about the "keeping them dry" i hear so many people telling me to keep my Horsefield tortoise in damp conditions. I stuck to my guns and kept mine dry, with bi weekly soaks and constant access to a water dish. love my Horsefield, little george / georgie! not old enough to sex just yet! but i recon its a boy.
@Kaij-4 жыл бұрын
@emilyjade baker he's doing great, unfortunately, we had to pass him on to a friend who keeps reptiles due to us having a baby, felt it would be safer for both him and our child, we get updates and he's thriving!
@abigailyt11583 жыл бұрын
My wee girl tortoise a one year old is called Jessie and funny thing is if she was a male I was going to name her George/ Georgie lol
@lacrymal19 жыл бұрын
I recently rescued a russian tortoise. Though not "abused", I'm afraid he was quite neglected. He was being kept in a large, plastic tub, under the dining room table without UVA/UVB lights, and without any special source of heat, other than what ever temp the mobile home was kept at, in Colorado. Not sure if he's ever really been outside, but I know his substrate was wood chips from their front yard (not good). I'm guessing his diet hasn't been the best either, but at least his waste was removed often. I believe they loved him, but didn't have any idea how to care for him. He is a trooper, though. Despite all this, he appears to be ok. I was in no way prepared to take him in, but did so gladly. I'd love if you could do an episode about shell rot and recognizing deficiencies in tortoises, and how to help them. My little guy has serious issues with his shell and I don't know what to do. Thanks!
@Kaij-8 жыл бұрын
Looking at your videos, i can see he is doing rather well now! Well done!
@lacrymal18 жыл бұрын
paranub He gets more healthy everyday, and is quite spoiled now. I appreciate that you noticed. He's come a long way. Thank you.
@crystalramacciotti91636 жыл бұрын
lacrymal1 God bless you !
@marlonb.82436 жыл бұрын
Poor thing! I'm glad you rescued him and his next stage of life will be a whole lot better. Thanks.
@starlosa4 жыл бұрын
Bless, I just rescued one today, poor guy was abandoned
@LightningReptile9 жыл бұрын
I love these videos that are packed with consistently flowing information. Keep up the good work Kenan!
@SonyaBarnesOnMove3 жыл бұрын
Great info! I’m glad I checked your channel-I reached out to a rescue to acquire a tortoise and they called me today with a 12 years old Russian male that needs a home. I’d already been researching them, so I’m excited to get his home ready!
@KrYpt1cCrazyy6 жыл бұрын
I have 2 of these tortoises one is 5 years old and the other is 11 months and I love them to bits I’m so glad I got them they live out in my garden and are thriving
@jocelynharris-fx8ho Жыл бұрын
I love these videos just because I love looking at these cute animals. Unfortunately, I don't have the time, money and space to get one, so I love watching videos of other peoples' pets. They are so cute and adorable. ❤❤🐢
@LanceKirkman9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kenan! Crazy enough there have been a few lost and found the following year coming out of hibernation in Vancouver, WA (Wet and cold) Bizarre, but happy they were found alive and well!
@valeriegleason48583 жыл бұрын
Love my russian tortoise, Herman! He is doing so well, so far. Have had him for two months so far. He is the cutest, funniest little guy and has started to follow me! Yup! I am in love!!
@kimberlieverschoor38145 жыл бұрын
I have an adorable Russian Tortoise that my son named “Rush”. He has the neatest personality! Today was beak and claw trimming day as we keep him indoors. It is too humid in the summer and sub zero in the winter here. He loves having his chin rubbed and even “snuggles” after his soak! We have had him for 4 years now and he is going strong!
@karmagirl78586 жыл бұрын
I just adopted a Russian Tortoise from a rescue, gonna give her a great new home☺️
@risingvikings58345 жыл бұрын
This is the best video on how to care for your Russian tortoise. Kudos, mate.
@pjy32659 жыл бұрын
I used to have one! it sadly passed away for mysterious reasons at a young age not 50 much shorter like 4 years so thanks for doing this!
@sarahdeane49042 жыл бұрын
Best advise I've come across, thank you
@PavedOverPotholes6 жыл бұрын
I have 3 Russians. 2 boys Rocky & Stony. And a girl Pebbles. They love kale, collard greens and tortoise diet. I will be expanding there outdoor habitat this spring. Here in Massachusetts it’s now fall it’s to cool outside for them now. 🐢
@mariaaleksandrova11032 жыл бұрын
They shouldn’t eat kale
@roryroarasaur2 жыл бұрын
@@mariaaleksandrova1103 They can eat it here and there but it shouldn't be their base
@CRSSiao9 жыл бұрын
Loving what you've been doing so far! Keep up the Great work! Definitely enjoy all your videos and the bonuses as well Jaron, Singapore
@princewilliamthefox38257 жыл бұрын
A 'spot-on' LECTURE of great necessity to the (TRUE) tortoise caregiver.Brilliant & informative. Well done and THANK you for the NEEDED education+++++++!!!!
@MH-bt7gp3 жыл бұрын
thank you for the video, love you all tortoise people from montreal, canada
@KampKenan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks MH🤠
@jacobadams7604 жыл бұрын
I inherited my Russian from my science teacher in 8th grade and love the little guy dearly
@Daxtonsphilosophy2 жыл бұрын
I promise this is not an insult but I love that intro. For some reason it reminded me of the 2010 dos equis comercials “he speaks French… in Russian, he once had an awkward moment… just to see what it would feel like, he is the most interesting man in the world. I don’t always drink beer but when I do, I prefer Dos Equis”
@urbestfriend15977 жыл бұрын
Just seeing the happy and healthy tortoises in this video has given me a big relief. I thought my two tortoises had nails that were too long or unhealthy, but they seem just right now.
@mikeb11896 жыл бұрын
What a lesson on the species, best I've seen yet, ty!
@ingridnineteen55667 жыл бұрын
Anytime I go through the comment section on his videos there are quite a few disturbing comments in that a lot of people are getting pets before doing any research on the animal before hand whatsoever so in turn are seriously neglecting it. Also their commenting questions that they should be taking up with a vet, not a comment section. I just can't understand the mind set of some people... You should not be getting a pet without doing research on the animal first, seriously people.
@notaccurate71716 жыл бұрын
Ingrid Nineteen thank you... im glad someone said it
@marcoalonzo13116 жыл бұрын
Chill
@cuteseaturtle89885 жыл бұрын
I did 1 year if research before getting a tortoise.. And i totally understand what you are trying to say because things that non professionalls may tell you might not be true
@jaggedjoe82624 жыл бұрын
I had to research for hours
@iseslc9 жыл бұрын
I'm in love with the Testudo species! I'm always happy to see you talking about them, because I know you are passionate too :P
@anskar63779 жыл бұрын
+iseslc Too bad it's not a testudo but an agrionemys :P
@iseslc9 жыл бұрын
Anskar Schaeffer Oh, used to be testudo, now it's agrionemys! Thanks for correcting me.
@bianca13609 жыл бұрын
Love your show. You are a very passionate and dedicated man. We need more like you. Thanks for all the great, informative videos you create, they are greatly appreciated. I think 2016 will see a huge subscriber jump for you, (at least, I hope so), so keep it up!
@elisabethmbclancy9756 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos so great interesting fun educational. Thank you
@maggieou10808 жыл бұрын
I live in Southern California, I just found a Russian tortoise on the street yesterday. It's early March so I think it might just came out from its hibernation. I think it's a wild one because it has scratched up shell (on the belly side) and its nail got grounded very short. But it has bright eyes and it's very active and eager to eat (particularly dandelions)
@maggieou10808 жыл бұрын
Though I might give it up for adoption because I am a full time student and I can't leave it outside all day because I live in small house with no private yard (sharing yard with other tenants) so I having a little trouble with caring for him.
@bluegulls Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I’m glad to hear we’re doing things right. We keep ours outside year round, eastern WA weather is perfect for it. I didn’t know you can give them a little bit of fruit or carrots.
@matthewpetersen44172 жыл бұрын
1 part soil (40lbs) 1/4 peat moss, 1/4 sand and 1 bag of cypress makes great bedding. Keeping a healthy tortoise doesn't have to be expensive, you just have to be smart and a good parent.
@romulosarti65729 жыл бұрын
You guys has got a Brazilian fan! That's really a great job of yours.
@monkeyboy8me9 жыл бұрын
7:10 turtle wondering around in the background
@charlesbrown74393 жыл бұрын
Wow you are the Man I'm meeting my new friend next week and you have helped me. Thank you
@viksvensson91669 жыл бұрын
Love your show Kenan! You were the one who got me influenced to purchase my leopard tortoise! I wonder if you could do a video about Leopard tortoises, would be really awesome :)
@micksmusicchannel3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Horsfields are amongst the favorite torts I've owned.
@Magneticlaw2 жыл бұрын
Everyone please be aware that tortoises cannot swim, and may drown in even a modest amount of water, such as getting flipped over in their water dish. Good video, and an awesome tortoise! 🐢
@KampKenan2 жыл бұрын
👍🤠
@Gamergirl21-q4w9 жыл бұрын
I have asked for a horse field tortoise for my birthday and I'm hoping to get it but thanks for this video it has helped me understand them a bit more!☺️
@osobean86288 жыл бұрын
the tortoise was like "put me down!!"
@anuragshirke20069 жыл бұрын
As always a grt and informative video. I'm always eager to watch the episodes. Nic Work Kenan. Keep on doing it. My best channel on KZbin.. Plz can you make a video on Softshell turtle...
@blahk13106 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the great info!!!
@maximusalcott24389 жыл бұрын
KAMPKENAN IS THE BEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSTTTTTTT KEEP BIENG AWESOME
@mshah30497 жыл бұрын
Kamp Kenan How can you tell what gender your Russian Tortoise is when it is a baby will the males tale still be bigger or when it is a baby would it be the same size as a female tail? Please reply Btw I love your vids
@alexwhittaker27215 жыл бұрын
Being*
@mariarojas23509 жыл бұрын
Thank you! So much for the information it will be very helpful for and for them to live a long healthy life.
@anirudhshenoy23619 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I commented on your top 5 questions video and you gave me all the information I needed and more. So thanks for that
@jackieguo61344 жыл бұрын
i recently become your fan. love your videos. i have a couple of russian. recently, i see the female is often on top of the male with the mating behavior, is this normal?
@nikkih885 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! I have a juvenile Russian Tortoise & he’s just a dream. So I was just curious. Could you possibly do a video on tortoise soaks? Specifically for Russian Tortoises?☺️
@ThatsFresh39 жыл бұрын
The long awaited video!!!!
@Warhawkpaints8 жыл бұрын
Any chance you could do the same with the Greek tortoise? Many people just lump the Greek and Russian info together so great to see you do a section on just one.
@josefinelowendahl46449 жыл бұрын
I would really love to see a video like this with hermanni testudo the greek tortoise 😊👌🏼
@LuckyBadger4 жыл бұрын
I have 4 Greeks and I love them. I live in Israel, and they just walked into my back yard! All I had to do was put down a board to make the yard fully enclosed, and now I'm creating all kinds of fun habitats for them. I will never sell if they have any babies, but I may keep the little ones and release the adults back into the wild. I'm not sure yet. I'll cross that bridge when I get to it.
@patdoyle317 жыл бұрын
Thank you. The best info that I have found to date on my tortoise.
@RingoandCarlin9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for answering one of my requests for videos.
@jovanvilla74549 жыл бұрын
Love those informational pet tortoise videos really great
@westhuizenarchives26145 жыл бұрын
I have a Russian Tortoise. His name is Flinder, he is about 8 years old (the time we adopted him) and he is fast for a Tortoise. His enclosure was on fire once put we saved him. He is fed and watered every 2 days and we feed him at night so he doesn't scratch on his enclosure all night.
@jessicagreen68507 жыл бұрын
I love that I got so much knowledge in 1 scoop! thank you 👌
@zammysanimatedshorts40446 жыл бұрын
I have questions? 1:What happens if they don't eat during winter but don't fully hibernate ? 2: What if they don't like carrots? 3: How much water can they stay I and for how long? 4: How warm does it have to be to take them outside? If you can answer these please let me know
@Veritanky5 жыл бұрын
look up tortoise forum for all those questions i think itll be better than yt, doubt youll get answer under 4 years old vid
@zammysanimatedshorts40445 жыл бұрын
@@Veritanky thank you.😀😀😀😀😀
@Veritanky5 жыл бұрын
@@zammysanimatedshorts4044 www.tortoiseforum.org/ this one is great, helped me few times look it up
@chaincyclist27367 жыл бұрын
Here are some tips that I've learned from owning a Russian tortoise for about 5 months now: 1) Get a flat landscaping rock to put in their enclosure to put their food on. The rock will allow the tortoise to maintain their beak and claws 2) Fruit is okay, in moderation. Every now and then I'll give mine a bit of apple, banana, or strawberry. He loves it. 3) They like to climb for fun. Add a bit of vertical inclines in the enclosure, but don't underestimate what they can climb. Mine is capable of getting on top of his plastic hide for fun. 4) They like to dig. Make sure that the substrate is about 6 inches deep. Mine will sometimes dig under his water bowl and sleep there.
@austinburton92479 жыл бұрын
Great video! Do the captive breed ones have that that disease too?
@aidangovernale74589 жыл бұрын
Can you do one for the sulcata
@HardTimeBluesCafe2 жыл бұрын
I literally rescued mine from middle of the street. I almost ran it over. Some jerks weren’t supervising the poor dude. I never saw any signs pop up for a missing tortoise. So now he’s my pal and his name is Igor. He’s having a good time.
@slimyslime2369 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kenan, for another great video. I am waiting for Tuesday every week. Btw are you still friends with Brian from animal bytes tv?
@slimyslime2369 жыл бұрын
+Kamp Kenan ok thx
@jjjjj84557 жыл бұрын
when I got my Russian tortoise I was 7 and it was for my birthday I named them Steve after Steve Irwin today I follow the same mindset as Kenan and he wild call anything of the sort but Steve is still alive and healthy today he is living life but I do know that he probably won't live as long as other tortoises and that haunts me
@clairelewis22855 жыл бұрын
Hi , I can’t choose if I should get a Hermann Tortoise or a Russian tortoise and what’s the size difference
@micksmusicchannel3 жыл бұрын
Did you get a tort Claire?
@Sora._Cloud Жыл бұрын
Ha this is what I needed i commented on a recent vid that I need help with this species thanks it finally came up 7 year old vid lol Kenan is the best
@jangofettgaming9909 жыл бұрын
YES THANK YOU I HAVE WANTED THIS!!!
@mistrdevine5 жыл бұрын
I adopted 2 Russian tortoises a little over a year ago. I don’t know how old they are. I live in upstate NY. Most of the time i keep them indoors, with lamps and 2 nice habitats, one for the day and one for night. When i have a full day free, I’ll let them roam around the yard while i keep an eye on them. Our French bulldog keeps his eyes on them, too. But I don’t let him come in contact with them. My tortoises’ favorite food is green beans. They go crazy for them.
@JamesKing2understandinglife4 жыл бұрын
Green beans ! thanks for the tip.
@antoniobiorato71565 жыл бұрын
I love 💘 your videos 📹 they help me care for Mini my my tortoise and Leve his a boy thanks.
@angelaandronniegray30857 жыл бұрын
Do you have any good breeders in mind? Im in the state of VA and havent found a good breeder. The only places ive found is petco and petsmart and i know just from looking at them that they are not well.
@bbrogan60846 жыл бұрын
So happened upon what I think is a baby Russian Tortoise (maybe a month old when I found him) in my front yard about 6 months ago and tried to find the original owner but had no luck. I decided to keep him/her (not sure what it is) even though I had no prior knowledge of tortoises or even reptiles. I asked around and went on plenty of forums and youtube channels and asked my local pet store what I should be doing for him but I feel like I'm still inadequately supplying him of all that these tortoises need. I've got a temporary indoor enclosure for him until I can get moved into my new house and build him a nice outdoor one (I live in central California so I think that is appropriate climate). He's on soft wood chips/bark of some sort right now (although I would like to change it soon) and I have a sizeable hideout in the basking area with the appropriate heating and lighting lamps. I feed him assorted leafy greens that I rotate weekly and try to combine two at a time so he has a varied diet. He has a water dish that I change daily and a few small rocks scattered around so he can file at his nails and beak. The reason I feel I am not treating him correctly is that the skin on his neck and legs looks as if it is peeling slightly and when he secretes his urine it is almost entirely liquid, not a white solid as I have seen mentioned numerous places. I try repeatedly to soak him and he seems as though he hates it, running around quickly and pushing at all edges of the container as if trying to escape. ANY advice would be helpful and greatly appreciated since I am very new to tortoises and just want lil Reggie to be happy and healthy. Thank you!
@JimPIckins6 жыл бұрын
Bailey Brogan You NEED to find a reptile vet. This is not the place! The urine should not be solid. Its a liquid with white gooey substrate in it. If it comes out as a dry powder or hard rock it means they are dehydrated. I hope you got not just heat but also UVB and are changing the bulb every 6-9 months. He should be soaked once bi weekly at a minimum.
@bbrogan60846 жыл бұрын
Jim Pickins his urine isn’t a solid and I didn’t mean that I thought it should be I meant that it’s not the gooey stuff you mentioned but it’s entirely a liquid. I do have both the heating and UVB bulbs and both have been changed since I first got them in october. I do soak him at least once a week and he has plenty of clean water available to drink daily. I’ve been searching for a reptile vet in my area but there isn’t a facility I’ve found yet that does reptile care, I haven’t given up looking, just haven’t found one yet.
@JimPIckins6 жыл бұрын
This can happen when they have plenty of hydration. If you soak him less you will most likely see the white gooey substrate. As far as I am aware of its no reason for concern.
@afnanazri37648 жыл бұрын
Hello Mr. Kenan, im just wonder. did u have tortoise@turtle that u captured in your intro? the big one, that have teeth one on both top and bottom.
@juanhartley48973 жыл бұрын
Do you think it would be possible to have a Russian tortoise and closure cohabitating with a small flock of quail if they were sectioned off?. I mainly want them to all have the same heat source and different rooms. I stay in Cincinnati Ohio so this would be a spring and summer and enclosure.
@alessandrobertolini7248 Жыл бұрын
In Europe it is a fairly well reproduced species in captivity, I have been to several fairs in Italy and it was quite common to find specimens born in captivity with documentation
@amonarre6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!
@babettebeau71864 жыл бұрын
Horsfield torts need very deep soil substrate as they are strong diggers. In their natural habitat they hibernate for approx. 6 months.
@joshuamack20689 жыл бұрын
FINALLY, I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOREVER. I have a juvenile Russian tortoise named Sheldon. Get it? (He has a shell)
@hollieallison2579 жыл бұрын
My horsefield tortoise is named Sheldon too 😄
@yungsmoovness37059 жыл бұрын
Same with mine!
@yungsmoovness37059 жыл бұрын
Same with mine!
@gorgonenonya82057 жыл бұрын
Joshua why does everyone name their tortoise sheldon?
@elliestubbs29815 жыл бұрын
Mines called sheldon too 😂😂
@robinraymonde36019 жыл бұрын
can you do another one on the Hermann tortoise
@anaescalante30205 жыл бұрын
I keep my Russian tortoise in coconut fiber substrate. Should I change that? I have had mangelo for like 3 yrs and he is healthy but I am giving him more space so I want to know is I should mix that with something else or change it.
@DaniellesBEAST5 жыл бұрын
You could use Coco coir, peat moss, orchid bark, and cypress mulch. just not moist
@risingvikings58345 жыл бұрын
I use coconut fiber and a mix of a light, wood chip substrate (forgot the name, but it's recommended and safe for tortoises). My dude like to dig in it
@crazydudesofalltimes9 жыл бұрын
Could you make a video on how to care for baby sulcata tortoises? Thanks!
@joshroby92547 жыл бұрын
soleman suhail there are a million sulcata videos from him
@Salodanger757 жыл бұрын
I love my 3 russians so much! Best tortoise species! 😍
@shariqkhan52485 жыл бұрын
Exactly ,one of the best living creatures to pet ❤
@funsizeklutz5 жыл бұрын
Where did you get yours from?
@danprescott82299 жыл бұрын
Great videos thanks for doing them! I'm about to buy my first Russian Tortoise. I will be keeping him indoors through the winter, I live in Maine. My plan is to build his enclosure infront of a window that gets 2-4 hours of direct sunlight per day and have a heat mat going in one area of his pen going 24/7. Will this be sufficient for his heating and sunlight needs?
@danprescott82299 жыл бұрын
+Magos Vern Oh also our indoor temps stay around 70.
@danprescott82299 жыл бұрын
ahh ok will do thanks a bunch
@graymantis41164 жыл бұрын
No. They need uvb light. The windows block most of the uv rays of the sun out
@r3ptileguy4067 жыл бұрын
Kenan please answer this question ... Can i use aspen in a Russians enclosure for substrate and have some moss around or in one corner for humidity?
@erikafuller8696 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video!
@twan77779 жыл бұрын
Very informative video you should do a follow up video of where you sent them and how there doing...
@kkbates39539 жыл бұрын
Kenan what smaller sized tortoise would you suggest for Colorado or Montana climate?
@brandimccray16464 жыл бұрын
I’ve had my Russian for a year and I worry so much living in central florida. She has both a indoor and outdoor enclosure to keep her dry and happy.
@Lawout407 Жыл бұрын
Thank you buddy
@Frenchylikeshikes2 жыл бұрын
You just answered my question as why they were named like this. 👍🏻
@deborahmastrangelo76115 жыл бұрын
thank you for the very informative information. i have two lulu and henry. i soak them every other week am i doing ok in that area? i live in lancaster california in the antelope valley area lancaster california. in the summer time they spend their time outside. my henry if i do not bring him in at night i should say catch him while he is still active..he burrows . is that ok? been getting down to 70's and the daytime temp is about 100+ now. Can they say outside all night ? i rather they did..to get the exercise during the day. sorry for the lengthening question. so far they both are doing very well for a first time tortoise mom
@JamesKing2understandinglife4 жыл бұрын
I have kept my adult female Russian tortoise in my outdoor enclosure for 8 years. They can dig tunnels or burrow into the ground to avoid frost. It get down to minus 5 degrees F here in Eastern Oregon. I have created an extra deep hibernation chamber 30 inches under the soil surface filled with leaf and peatmoss and some soil. They are very winter hardy animals as you would have learned elsewhere since you wrote this question. . All Night? Of course they can. ..if they can burrow and avoid frost and cold rain and cold.
@Trisherboops9 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for this!
@aliyahmonroe30457 жыл бұрын
Is it good 2 keep them in pairs? Or once they reach the age of maturity will it cause problems?.. 🤔
@yodatatertot60414 жыл бұрын
It depends on your situation.. If they are females then yes but i would check them for parasites at a vet
@purecarnage46533 жыл бұрын
Would the Zoo Med Tropical UVB & Heat Lighting Kit be the right one or would I have to get the desert version of those lights?
@amandaeinig7 жыл бұрын
Hi! Just rescued a female russian tortoise. I knew her previous owners were feeding her everyday constantly, and she looks fairly plump. How often and how much should I be feeding her? And should I get her checked out? Thanks!!
@qcity64174 жыл бұрын
Hi kenan just wondering should I put my Russian in it’s adult enclosure when I first get it the size is 5ft by 2 ft or get a smaller enclosure any advice would be appreciated love the content from 🇬🇧
@shubniggurath39473 жыл бұрын
Someone surrendered a healthy 12 year old to my shop. I grabbed him because I really dont trust some of our customers. He is my first tortoise, but not my first exotic pet. I just want to give him the best care. All my pets are pampered. Even for my tarantulas, I'll always dump more money than needed into spoiling my critters. They're family to me.
@alecsisxiong54493 жыл бұрын
I’m excited. My Russian tortoise is arriving tomorrow!!
@akanasturla9 жыл бұрын
Kamp Kenan: Awesome video. It looks like you keep male Russians together? I have two males and was told to keep them apart, but I'd like them to be together so they can share a larger area (outdoors, 3 feet wide by about 30 feet long. What do you think about mingling them?
@VDMwesley6 жыл бұрын
Hey kenan ive done tons of research on these guys and finally got a little baby horsfield ! Setup and food is on point ! But something keeps giving me headache's , there's alot of conflicting opinions on substrate ... alot of people keep them like other testudo species , moist substrate , others say to keep them dry ? I have set him up with dry substrate , moist moss hide and regular soaks , is this ok ? Since i dont want my fella to pyramid , neither do i want him to get shellrot or skin fungus ...
@Adelle.juno14 жыл бұрын
I’m getting him from a breeder for my birthday and I’m doing lost of research and I’m doing an essay and a power point for my dad. His name is Jeffrey and I’m building him multiple in closures inside since I live in Miami and he is gonna be my lil dude ☺️😁
@alwaysyouramanda4 жыл бұрын
They live 100 years and are actually quite social. I recommend getting two. They need that light but they also need a place to cool down!!
@alwaysyouramanda4 жыл бұрын
offer shade! And please don’t put it in the fridge lol omg.
@l3moml0u464 жыл бұрын
@@alwaysyouramanda Do u know where to get them?
@wrijin3 жыл бұрын
@@alwaysyouramanda I disagree with this advice 100%. Tortoises by nature are generally not social animals. Russians do best alone, especially if you have a male. Two males will almost always fight, which can be bloody and violent. Likewise, if you have a male and a female, as I do, the male will constantly attack the female, ramming her, attempting to mount, and biting at her head and legs which can draw blood. If you just have two, please get two females. Two females will often still fight, but usually less so. If you need to have a ton of them, one male with 3 or more females is best, as the males attention will be split between the females.
@898samtheman9 жыл бұрын
How big of an enclosure do you suggest?
@pjy32659 жыл бұрын
will you do amphibians by any chance because josh's frogs have been helping me out but they take a while to make a video.