# Greek / spur-thighed tortoise — care routine

Testudo graeca

## Before arrival

- [ ] Plan extensive indoor and secure outdoor accommodation, seasonal management and a competent holiday keeper.
- [ ] Plan a substantial open pen and secure outdoor area with varied terrain, shade, drainage, refuge and diggable laying substrate. No small retail tortoise table is selected as a complete adult home.
- [ ] Run and record the completed habitat through daytime and overnight conditions before arrival.

## Routine checks

- [ ] Check water, safe grazing, shade and weather-dependent retreat conditions.

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Review growth/weight and seasonal plans before making any temperature change.

## When to seek help

- [ ] Record weight and shell/limb condition. Do not hibernate an animal without confirmed identity, health and an agreed seasonal plan.
- [ ] Arrange appropriate professional assessment for injury, sudden decline or repeated care problems.

## Sources

- Testudo graeca graeca care (Tortoise Trust): https://www.tortoisetrust.org/care/cgraeca.html
- Taking care of pet tortoises (Tortoise Trust): https://www.tortoisetrust.org/Downloads/Taking_care_of_pet_tortoises_web.pdf
- Indoor accommodation for tortoises: a practical guide (Tortoise Trust): https://www.tortoisetrust.com/post/indoor-accommodation-for-tortoises-a-practical-guide

Read the full care guide and the cautions for your animal: https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/greek-tortoise/