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Originally Posted by TessaRuth
Sandy, one more thing please. How long should two and a half year olds hibernate for? thank you. Tessa
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A minimum of eight weeks. If they dont lose weight then another couple of weeks. Keeping them asleep while the weather is cold, is better for them and you. As good food is not always easy to find. Although there is usually a lot of bittercress around:0) This is for first time hibernation as most keepers are stressing. Second hibernation 12 weeks, if still cold and all is well another couple would be fine.:0)
I recommend keeping a thermometer in boxes or fridge so you can monitor the temps at all times. And weigh every two weeks or monthly. A loss over all the hibernation of 10% is a good guide. As they will lose weight in the first week when settling down. I hope this helps:0)