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Q & A: Ideal Enclosure Set Up
Common Questions Q: Great thread I love learning and this definitely opened my eyes when buying a tortoise that is a
Tortoise Health
Common Questions Many people ask me questions to try to determine if their tortoise is sick or not. Check their
Cyclura Bloating condition
This is Humphrey he is 25 years old, I have raised him from a hatchling. He is very gentle he
D3 and Calcium in Tortoises and Iguanas
Common Questions To answer your question, D3 is produced by the body when the animal is exposed to nature sun
Watch out Mr. Hare: This tortoise is shell on wheels
Common Questions Watch out Mr. Hare: This tortoise is shell on wheels. A 12-year-old African tortoise who recently had his
How To Train An Iguana
Common Questions A lot of people ask me the best way to tame their Iguana, While I don’t consider myself
Pyramiding Shells
Common Questions Pyramiding shells isn’t the worst thing you will find when looking at Giant tortoises. I see so many
Tortoise Ear Infection
Common Questions Think we should create a medical blog, I answer so many medical questions, here is one to get
Amazon Basin Yellow Foot
The Amazon Basin “South American” Yellowfoot Tortoise (Geochelone denticulata). Basin Yellowfeet are found in South America in countries like Brazil,
What is the difference between a perfect animal and a Double or Divided scute?
Common Questions ldabras with perfect scute patterns and that size are in higher demand and go for more money. As
Taming Hatchlings Cayman Brac Iguana, Cyclura Rock Iguana
I have hatchlings that are about two months old. At this age they can be handled (By an adult )
CPK Blood levels In tortoise’s and iguanas Medical Blog
The enzyme in the blood that indicated muscle damage is called cpk. There are a few reason you will get
Nasal Discharge That Wont Resolve
Q: My Tortoise has a nasal discharge he is on antibiotics but it does not resolve. I am using Baytril
Picking the Perfect Aldabra
Dillon: Does it boil down to preference when aiming for a quality specimen Aldabra as far as high peak dome
Sulcata Baby Runny Stool
Hunter: I just recently got a baby sulcata, and it seems to have runny poop. I’m thinking it’s from what
Mosquito Problems
Steve: Sam, We are having a lot of problems with mosquitoes harassing our Aldabras. Do you know of a spray
Giving a Large Tortoise a Shot
Several people have asked me, How do you give a large tortoise an injection?” If you have a large tortoise
Question About Sub-Adult Aldabra
Brian: Hello Sam This is Brian Im planing to add some aldabra project in my here got some question about
How to Handle Shy Tortoises
Q: Anyone who has or has had a juvenile Aldabra who can tell me how long it takes for them to
Aldabra Layaway Program Questions
Chad Hello. Checking to see if this service is still available and when you expect your next hatchlings to be ready
Does this Look like a Need for Concern?
Mike: Hi Sam, this is a pic I took from the belly of my sulcata. Is this a concern I
Purchasing Two Aldabras
Beth Hi Sam, I have been researching Aldabras for years and I think I am financially ready to take the
Exercising Your Tortoise
Sabar: hey i have a juvenile aldabra tortoise and i want him to exercise how do i can to make
Whats Available on Tortoises?
Chan: Hi, I follow you on Instagram and just saw the video that you have specials on tortoises $200-$600 off.
Picking a Pet Iguana
Rebecca: I am inquiring about which is better to have as a pet male or female blue cuban? Sam:
Different Deposit & Layaway Options
Marlon I’m interested in #N10. He’s on sale for $1,995. I’ve read your lay way plan. Is there a specific
J99 / K2 and the Layaway Process
SM Hello, I’m interested in either J99 or K2 but had a couple of questions I’m hoping you can help me
Redfoot Baby: Is he sick?
John Hello Sam. I’m having some issues, so it seems, with the young tortoise. She has a “cough” or more
Interested in Aldabra Hatchling
Peter Hi Sam, Happy New Year. I am interested in buying an Aldabra hatchling, in your care sheet behavior
Sulcatas & Cage Mates
Isadore H. Hi. I have a Sulcata tortoise that is about 9 months old. I want to get a second
Sudden Death in Tortoises
JosephHello, my name is Joseph. I live in Ghana(West Africa) and i am a Veterinarian. I am a small pet
Fences & Giant Tortoises
Q: How high should the fence be to contain an adult ?A: I would build the Aldabra fence higher than the Galop
What to Do: Are my Aldabras Sick?
Nathaniel:Q: Good day sir. I want to ask I have 2 Aldabras. I live in Indonesia. Sometimes in the morning
How I treat Mouth Rot in Aldabras
EDDIE:Hi Sam, Been a follower of your channel for a few years now, and I’m grateful for the wealth of
Blue Cuban was the Best Pet Investment for Me!
Brandon K:Hi Sam, I just wanted to let you know that Bowzer has become a very close pet. He loves
Differences Between Sulcata Tortoises & Aldabra Tortoises
Haley:Hello, I have been considering getting an aldabra tortoise for a while now. Might be ready to finally go for it
Sick Yellowfoot Tortoise
Caden:Howdy, My name is Caden. I don’t know if you will be able to help. I have an adult Yellowfoot
Sulcata tortoise shell Chipping Off
Joseph HPlease advise what I can do on my tortoises shell it’s peeling or chipping off. It’s been like that
Treating Tortoises for Constipation
Treating tortoises for constipation, 04/11/2024 Ver#2 Its not unusual for Aldabras to get constipated or a partial blockage when they get
Redfoot Neck Injury
MARY:Hi Sam.My name is Mary; I’m the owner of 4 male redfoot tortoises. They are 24, 23, 23, and 17
Femoral Pores Blocked in Iguanas
Hey Sam! I got a what I thought was a female but I believe is male now that I noticed
Aldabra Tortoises & Setting Them Up
Kayla: Hello Sam, I purchased an Aldabra from you last November. He/she has been doing really well! Eats great
Battle with Shell Rot
Eddie: Sam, I hope you and the business are doing well. I wanted to pick your brain