04-04-2014, 03:02 PM | #11 |
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Personally, I've heard so many horror stories I'd only rehome off people I know look after them properly like on here or someone who could vouch for them, or buy a hatchling. I'd be worried about big vets bills that could come my way if they haven't been cared for properly.
But, that's only my thoughts for what I would do to keep them myself. I think it's great when people rescue torts or like we did with those from Paignton. But, I'm not experienced/knowledgeable enough to treat illness yet. xx
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04-04-2014, 03:03 PM | #12 |
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Cheers Becci. I always have a look for them but I'm still weighing up long term costs and whether I can look after them properly for life (mine that is!). Have been researching and picking members' brains for a while. Ideally 3-8ish years. Also in process of moving house so it may have to wait.
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Good luck xx
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04-04-2014, 03:34 PM | #15 |
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Got a reply from the first one, wants to know which tort I'm interested in. What should I say to weed out a scam?
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04-04-2014, 03:41 PM | #16 |
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Ask if you can view them?
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04-04-2014, 03:43 PM | #17 |
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Also can you see cites certs and are they microchipped? I presume if you ask lots of searching questions they will get scared and not reply?!?
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04-04-2014, 03:47 PM | #18 |
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Done. Asked if I can view them as I'm looking at getting a new species but haven't decided which one yet. Also asked about chips and paperwork.
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Let me know how you get on !! They do look like they need a good home though!!
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04-04-2014, 04:51 PM | #20 |
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well done you Be interesting to see what they come back with
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