13-11-2012, 05:45 PM | #1 |
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Egg
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I'm looking for a Redfoot
In my late 40's now, and they're two animals/reptiles I've always wanted. One being a rabbit and we now have four for about the past 5/6 years and the other being a tortoise. Over the years, I have dipped in and out of looking at tortoises, mainly because I wanted the children to benefit from them as much as me. I did visit a lady who operates a resuce (but doesn't rehome).
I now feel the time is right to go ahead, and I am more than confident that the children will love one just as I will and just like they love their rabbits. I have in mind a redfoot, would this be a good 'starter' tortoise? I also want to ask if they are better bought in pairs (like rabbits) or are they comfortable with their own company. What should I expect to pay? I am thinking of buying from a breed rather than pet shop (or one that is looking to be rehomed), but I don't know where to start. I think I have sourced a breeder in Cheshire (North West), but I sent an email a few days ago, but had no reply. Can anyone point me in the right direction? |
14-11-2012, 09:09 AM | #2 |
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I have 3 that live together they are lovely friendly tortoises and pretty easy to care for. They can get pretty big sometimes so space is a factor to think about. Mine are in a 5 foot viv at the moment and are fine as they are not fully grown but it's something to think about for adult size redfoots. They are really lovely tortoises tho. I got mine from a reptile pet shop but am sure there will be breeders on here.
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14-11-2012, 04:35 PM | #3 |
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Egg
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Have a look in the for sale section their are a few for sale
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23-11-2012, 06:54 PM | #4 |
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Egg
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Hi
I have three for sale willing to seperate but they are adults which are more hardy |
05-05-2018, 09:08 PM | #5 |
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Egg
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Hi did you manage to get a Redfoot? Only i have 4 that im looking to rehome - free to a good home? 2 adult males & 2 adult females. Let me know thanks
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31-05-2018, 02:20 PM | #6 |
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Egg
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Hello
Please can you tell me if you are still looking for RedFoot tortoise I have a pair female 10 years old and male 7 years old let me know if intersted. Thanks Les |
31-05-2018, 08:47 PM | #7 |
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Egg
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Hi does anyone just let there Herman tortoise roam around the garden throughout the warmer weather
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02-06-2018, 08:47 AM | #8 |
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As long as it's secure they should be out all summer.
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