[CherryBrandy]

Jan , I would just make sure they will be completely dry and freeze free if they dig down. This is Daisy, she is well over 20 years old and ive had her since a baby rescue ,She came out of the Greenhouse to dig down - so did most of my 8 girlies but Daisy dug right down and at first I couldn't see her as most go under the pots, it was only because she started digging the dirty soil and Olive tree roots that they came to the surface and it was easier to see where. they do this occasionally but never had it so near to hibernation. Horsfields can dig 6 feet odd - I have chicken wire through out the entire enclosure to be on the safe side, but just be very aware they are prolific diggers ! and love it ! (most of them), Most of mine put on weight during hibernation re the natural air and moisture, I would not let Daisy stay there because its not so sheltered as other places. Shingle is a brilliant substrate for Horsfields. CB