Tortoise & Reptile Starter Kits

Your tortoise deserves the best. They will be your pet for years. In fact, they could even out live you depending on how early you obtain the pet. Tortoises live for 45 to over 100 years with proper care. They even live this long in the wild as long as a predator doesn’t get to them. The point we are trying to make is that you will be with your tortoise for many years. You owe it to them to be committed to their well being by providing everything they require including their housing.

Since tortoise housing options are varied you will have a choice in how much you want to spend and what you should obtain right away. Tortoise starter kits are just one option. These starter kits will be a flexible garden kit. It can also work for turtles and other reptiles you do not have any escape issues with.

The starter kits are made of plastic that is both durable and weather proof. The reptile starter kits can be used in the outdoors or in your home. When you purchase one of these starter kits you will need to put it together. This is a good thing as you get to specify the size, height and shape. You will need the box to be large enough to fit your reptile’s current size needs. If you already have an adult tortoise this could mean a very large enclosure is required.

Tortoise starter kits will have a roof if you wish. You will need to spend a little extra on purchasing the roof hoop. The roof hoop allows you to lay mesh over the top without interfering with your tortoise’s ability to move. The hoops are just a support. Tortoise starter kits are unlike other reptile starter kits. They do not come with the light or the substrate required. You also have to purchase food and water dishes to go in the enclosure.

The reason these are starter kits is because they are often going to be replaced over time. Your tortoise will be growing, which means a better terrarium or vivarium will be required. The reptile garden starter kit is a lovely idea and they are £70 to £90 for just the garden and roof. It may seem a little expensive, but keep in mind with the starter kits you can move them easier, clean them, and take your tortoise out whenever you want.

Even better you can deconstruct the kit when you need to move it. For example if you are renting a flat you might need to move eventually. If this is the case you do not have to worry about carting a hundred pound terrarium. Instead you break down the tortoise starter kit and move it with ease. There are several benefits to this style of reptile housing. Keep in mind, however, that it should not last forever. Instead you will eventually need to purchase a bigger size tortoise vivarium once your tortoise reaches their full size.