Abstract
Background: As with many non‐traditional companion animals, husbandry is a crucial part of maintaining the health of captive tortoises. Husbandry deficiencies are a common factor in the development of clinical disease, and awareness of the species‐specific requirements and common consequences of husbandry failings, are critical in managing these patients in practice.Aim of the article: This article outlines basic husbandry requirements and husbandry‐related conditions for the more common tortoise species that may present to first‐opinion practice. Descriptions to assist in species identification are included, as these become relevant when assessing hibernation suitability of individual animals. Hibernation‐related health concerns are also discussed.
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