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Tortoise Momma Survival Guide-most needed items for your baby!

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Having a tortoise is truly beautiful they are so chill but curious I have 4 M&M's (13 yrs), Mardi (6yrs), Totu (4yrs) & Snickers (2yrs)! I have outdoor enclosures where they can bask & enjoy some outdoor time! The items that I am listing ...
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Habitat/ Lights!

 
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1st option is ground level!
Aivituvin Wooden Tortoise House Large Habitat Cage
 
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this is great too but just make sure it has some sort of cover or protection on top when you are not around keep them away from predators!
BIRASIL Indoor Tortoise Habitat, Wooden Enclosure
 
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another great option!
Toriexon Wooden Tortoise Enclosure, Indoor Habitat
 
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they absolutely need a lamp if they are indoors;)
REPTIZOO 75W Reptile Heat Lamp Bulb, 2PCS Combo
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I like this one because its easier to move around, more portable!
Reptile Heat Lamps, UVA/UVB Turtle Lamp, Timer
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Food Supplies!

 
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This is hands down the best turtle formula out there, I add a bit of water to soften them up a bit but remember this is an addition to their fresh food!
Fluker's Tortoise Diet, Small Pellet, 3.5lbs
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I used this food when they were just a few days old because this food has lots of moisture!
Fluker's 2 Pack Tortoise Diet, 6.75 oz Each
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they love a good buffet blend!
Fluker's Buffet Blend Tortoise Food, 12.5oz
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sprinkle some on their food all my 4 babies eat it with no problems (I'm guessing it's tasteless lol)
Zoo Med Repti Calcium with D3 Reptile Supplement
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in case they prefer to chew it instead of the powder one!
Zoo Med Tortoise Calcium Block w/ Cactus & Veg
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Accessories they will love!

 
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cute feeder they get distracted & they love it!!
Tortoise Treat Ball Toy Hay Feeder Foraging Toy
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climbing ramp my babies love to climb & explore, if you have the space and it's safe to put some sort of hideout or ramps because they love to climb!!
Hamiledyi Turtles Basking Platform 3Pcs Resin
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coconut fiber substrate to keep their enclosure moisturized!
ZeeDix 2Pcs Compressed Coconut Fiber Substrate
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all reptiles love some coconut fiber they love the feel of texture:) cool right?
ZeeDix 10pc Reptile Carpet 12x12in Coconut Fiber Mat
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for some humor :) although thy can be clingy like a dog haha they will protect you!
Beware! Guard Tortoise On Duty Aluminum Sign 12x8
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my 2 oldest ones M&M's & Mardi love this to hide & climb this thing over, and over, and over again I don't know what it is but if they are happy, I'm happy :)
Zoo Med Habba Hut, Extra Large
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depending on the size of your baby you can choose different sizes make sure they always have fresh water!
2 Pieces Leaf Reptile Food Water Bowl Plate Dish
 
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because after playtime they get dirty I carefully pour running water & GENTLY scrub their shells to get dirt off :)
Snout and Shell Turtle Cleaning Brush - Green
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I had one of these a long time a go but they did really like it but it was recommended by another tortoise mama :)
Begeterday 3.5oz Pure Natural Reptile Moss
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