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Tortoise on Astro-Turf?
Posted: 25/07/2014 by Evader

We have had our Mediterranean Tortoise for in excess of 30 years and a dog or two during most of that time.  The dogs urine is killing the grass, and we are thinking of replacing it with a form of artificial grass.

The question is - does anyone have any experience of tortoises on any form of artificial grass?  I do not think that she would be tempted to try and eat the plastic grass, but just thought I would ask the question here,  I shall also be asking the Reptile Specialist that we have previously used.

Regards

Evader

Re: Tortoise on Astro-Turf?
Posted: 25/07/2014 by Tom

Hello,


Dogs & tortoises should not be kept together, for several good reasons.

Regards,
Tom

Re: Tortoise on Astro-Turf?
Posted: 25/07/2014 by Evader

Many thanks for your reply Tom, has anyone else got any useful comments or advice to offer, please!

Re: Tortoise on Astro-Turf?
Posted: 21/11/2014 by barbiequeen

I have astro turf as a lawn area for general use and it is perfect for the dog. I also have a small amount of  astro turf in our outdoor tort enclosure and they haven't tried to eat it. I find it works really well 

 

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