Hi, I am new to forum..I recently rescued a 4 year old female spur thighed (with papers)..she had been bought from a pet shop and been kept in a vivarium from birth and had never been put outside!! She measures just 2 1/2 inches under shell...I have two male spur thighed (same origin as her) and they both measure 7" they are also 4 years old! Can anyone advise me as to weather she will grow? She is enjoying life in the garden now and is on a mainly weed (with vits) diet and eats like a horse...cheers, Sue

Hi Sue,

Well done for taking her in and away from a terrible life of a viv

There is no reason why she should not grow more now she has a proper home and diet but if you get really concerned take to a expert vet, to give the once over!

This sight is one of the best for
help and they have a list of very good vets;Tortoise Trust and they have a forum;http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/t...etrust/:smile:

Hope that helps you and again well done for saving her

Rachael

Hi Racheal, it was in fact posted on our school notice board that the totoise was for sale..so she cost me £160 to get her away from that awfull life, but she is a darling and worth every penny. I did take her to my vet on the day I got her and he declared her fit, but advised me not to hibernate her this year but was unsure about growth etc.
Thanks for your reply, Sue x

7inches is far too large for a four year old tortoise. See here for a guide as to what size they should be Tortoises

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Take care
Sue

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