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| Caroline Posted: 16/09/2015 by Big pig |
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Hi! I would like to buy a tortoise and want to make sure that I get him from a captive bred UK source. I don't know the difference between Herman's and horsefields and why do Herman's come with papers and the others do not. Any help and advice will be gratefully accepted. Thanks | |
| Re: Caroline Posted: 16/09/2015 by Tom |
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Hello Caroline, To save a lengthy explanation, I suggest that you avoid Horsfields, unless you can find a breeder. Even so, Hermanns are a much better choice. Almost all Horsfields are imported in consignments of 1,000 or more, so illness (& worse) is common. Click on the "Buying a Tortoise" box, for a list of TPG approved breeders. Be aware that there are a lot of pretend 'breeders' around, so be sure to stick to the list. Flashy websites are a sure sign of pet dealers. Regards, Tom | |