Pets Corner: tortoises
Despite their hardy appearance with their great big shells, a tortoise is actually a delicate little creature, injuring easily without the correct care. That aside, with the correct handling they make an unusual but interesting pet for adults and older children.
They’re generally problem-free with the right habitat and diet, with their food being one of the most important factors to keeping them healthy. They have a natural diet of weeds and herbs although there are now some processed foods on the market that would also supplement their diet. They predominantly need high fi bre, low protein and low sugar foods. Lettuce, fruit and vegetables are great treats and always lots of water is required as tortoises produce high amounts of urine.
Knowing that tortoises can often live to more than 50 years old make sure that you are prepared for such a long-term responsibility. Make sure if you buy a tortoise that it comes with offi cial paperwork as these animals are protected under the Convention in International Trade in Endangered Species.
Need a dog walker? Going on holiday and require pet care?
Daytime Paws off ers a wide range of services that can be tailored to meet your pet’s individual needs.
Prices start at just £6 For quotes and more information, phone Sarah for a chat on 07588 410 399
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