So often kids plead for certain pets only to lose interest quite quickly. It's fantastic that your love for Tiptoe only grows over time.

He is so well taken care of, and that's amazing! The fact that your family changed your back yard to adjust to his needs is such a blessing to him. Not many animals receive that kind of care and love. You do such a great job with him, and I love your videos. They really make me smile!

He’s not spoiled. He’s well loved

From what I can see you do not really have a tortoise as a pet. Tiptoe simply maintains a large domestic staff. It is an absolutely beautiful animal! You folks and the tortoise have a great day.

I never thought with the advent of the internet I'd be watching a giant tortoise every week! lol Love these videos x

You are a great ambassador for tortoise!

I love Tiptoe's sense of humor

Tiptoe is so lucky to have a mom like you who cares and loves him so much👍🌹👨🏻‍🦳🌹👍

Your video is a perfect example of the old adage: you don't own your animal; your animal owns you. I commend you for your commitment and diligence in the care you provide for this big fella. He is a lucky boy indeed. I hope people take seriously your excellent advice and think about the long term consequences of owning such an exotic animal. Wonderful explanation!

Sulcata’s love to dig. Most people have no clue about their environment. Mr. T climbs up his ramp to be able to keep an eye on us.

TipToe says: "This is Caitlin, my 125lb human."

He's absolutely gorgeous

Tiptoe is so blessed to have you as his mother!! Hope anyone seeing the videos realizes the time and commitment it takes to take care of a, tortoise before purchasing one. Thank you for sharing the videos of you and Tiptoe, it is so sweet seeing the love between you and him!! Hope more people take after you and treat there animals with love, respect, care and companionship.

What a wonderful video,so informative. It’s obvious that you love him so much. He can want for nothing. With your kind heart and knowledge when and if you have children they will come love and care for him just as you did when you were young. Have a sunshine and butterflies weekend.

Tip toe and you Caitlin make my day. Thank you for educating ppl. So many pets needing homes. You are the best!❤

I’m so impressed with your commitment to tiptoe. You are a fine example to anyone getting really any pet. I love that you put this out as I know people are often tempted to get a pet without considering long term commitment. Thankyou for sharing tiptoe and your life with him.

Please stay warm Tiptoe 🏠🐢💕

Great video Caitlin! Lots of good tips and considerations. We see so many people here in the Midwest work with Sulcatas who just can’t handle them when they get get large.

Hello from South Africa, The videos and shorts content is always entertaining, inspirational and educational, thank you for sharing Tiptoe with the world.

He is a lot of work but I enjoy every minute you share. ❤

Awesome video. One day, I would love to see Nelson Treehouse Masters build Tiptoe a spot, with stairs, ramps, and a sweet heated pool.

Super loving family..Tip Toe is a wonderful family member with a fantastic mom. 😊😊😊

I've seen a lot of turtles on KZfaq but none like tiptoe. very therapeutic I think you're helping a lot of people. To see somebody love what they're doing like you do is great. Wish you and tip the best.

These videos are amazing. I never thought I could appreciate a tortoise this much. He has so much character! You can tell that Caitlin and tiptoe grew up together. They both have the same kind of sweetness as if they are brother and sister. Good job Caitlin and happiness to you both!

He goes up to her even when she's now holding a hibiscus. Tiptoe loves her. Of course some day a lucky man will have to ask Tiptoe for her hand.

It's Mr. T! He's such a cutie

Tiptoe is loved so much

I have learned so much from you and I love watching you and I love Tip-toe ❤❤❤

Hi Caitlin. You proved a very valid point in this video because research is the key to owning a tortoise and the necessary requirements in doing so.

you should also check the species of the tortoise and make 100% sure its the one you want. not all tortoises get as big as tip toe (3rd largest species in the world), but even the smallest ones need a large amount of space for their size. i want a tortoise, but something like a red foot or a russian tortoise. i love sulcattas, but i would only take one in if it was an old rescue if i have the resources.

2" blue board (styrofoam) between wall studs before closing in walls with plywood of new Tiptoe house ,, and in floor will help keep heat in and cold out for sweet Tiptoe 🏠🐢💕

Great video Caitlin and so true about looking after a animal like Tiptoe and you all do a great job he looks so happy and loving life.

A lifetime of patience commitment and love❤🐢❤😊

Definitely more than a lifetime to think about. Tiptoe is lucky to have a life with Caitlin, caring ,loving, smart, her guidelines and experience should be heard if you want a Tiptoe some day.......💕🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢...........

Excellent advice Caitlin, you are such a lovely caring Mom.

We love TIPTOE ❤️

Your videos of you and Tiptoe bring me great joy. (Just saying........) Thank You.

I know darn well that I'm not able to take care of a tortoise, but I am so glad you share Tiptoe with us. He's so handsome and fun to watch.

Caitlyn you are so amazing and caring. Tiptoe is so lucky to have you and your mom as owners . Thanks so much for all the info. Sending blessings always from Michigan!!!🐢❤❤

I love the term “shell babies”… so cute. I refer to my dog as my fur baby, and I’m sure there are lots of terms of endearments for other animal species. scale babies? feather babies? Now I need a list 😂😂😂

That was very interesting. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day, Tiptoe.

I think this was great information, just like tortoises, birds live a long life! Luckily in Tiptoes life, he is living his best life!❤👍💕🐢

Can't stress the vet piece enough. Your local vet will almost never have the capacity to handle exotic animals like reptiles, inverts or birds. It's super important to find someone who can handle the species that you have, and to budget for a higher than usual cost AND the cost of gas and time for the trip. One I would also add is, familiarize yourself with your pet's specific body language and signs of illness, stress or pain. Reptiles (including tortoises) do not react the same way mammals (like cats and dogs) do, and they tend to keep their pain hidden. They can have very different kinds of illnesses. A tortoise can't catch rabies, for example, but could get shell pyramiding if the care was incorrect. Many things that look "cute" on cats and dogs can be signs of stress or defensiveness in reptiles. It's super important to research ahead of time so you know your species of choice, instead of assuming an animal is happy because it's doing something similar to a cat or a dog.

Look at that big smile in the thumbnail! ❤u Tip

A tortoise would absolutely outlive me 🐢 and for that reason, Im out ♥

So good that you put the real deal info out to people! Well done! 🎉❤

Such important information! Thanks for sharing this! You are the best!

Thank you for all the great info! Love you guys!❤

He's a generational pet. An heirloom. You'll have to will him to your offspring. He's too cute.

All child care requires home/house care! Impossible to ignore children mess. A healthy happy child takes and makes a certain amount of mess throughout the day. So it takes a parent a certain amount of time cleaning up in a normal day. Therefore, any child, especially a special needs child, like Tiptoe, may require a special amount and need of extra time and some unique challenges to complete a household tasks. I think Tiptoe has trained his “humans” very well. His needs are well understood and arranged. He is a global character who is respected and loved by thousands of people who will make sure he is cared for for all his life. He is a special being that has a fan base that will make sure he is cared for! Always!! ❤️❤️🐢❤️❤️

I have two desert tortoises Pixie is 15 years old and ET her son is four years old. They are like dogs. Knock at patio door and come in house and run down hallway to sleep under my bed when they get too hot in Summer here in desert.

❤can see you love him so much❤

Yeah, I have ocadia sinensis and I didn't expect him. I was aiming for a spotted or a Chinese turtle, but I wouldn't trade my Pręguś (name) for any other. I bought him with a defect in the form of a fungal infection of the armor, but we fight it bravely. Before introducing the turtle, I first acquired the necessary knowledge about its conditions and nutrition. It is a young turtle, about 2 years old and very shy, but it seems that we have some contact with each other.

Thank you for sharing this

Aww I love him ,,, he has such a great owner and family 😊enjoy your videos so much!!! Thank you and thanks for this info

Well detailed Katlin.

Best! 🩵🐢

Good advice!!!!

We Love you guys.🥰.Happy Halloween.🎃

wow, you did your research-I couldn't doit! Best Mom Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!💓💓💓💓

Happy Halloween Tiptoe!!!!

Thanks!

Just got one a few days ago, I felt guilty just getting one. I was thinking of getting a second one to keep it company, but I can see one can be a handful.

Great video, I really wish that the pet stores would stop selling them. I think they should only be adopted through licensed breeders. Also the potential owner should be approved. Like they would have to apply! It's so sad all of the tortoises that have been neglected. We have a rescue and are adopting another small rescue. People can adopt instead of buying a new one.

You also have to have space indoors if you don’t live in a warm climate! I live in the Chicagoland area and he would die if he had to live outside during our freezing winter! I would have to convert the whole basement for him! I think he’s really neat but don’t have the space for him!

They live to be 150 years old. Amazing long life

I got a Russian tortoise as u can see on my pfp but I love them to much they are such good pets and so nice

That tortoise would do all in Texas summers

Thank you for the information out there. My family and I have turned our 11/2 acre back yard and solarium into a sanctuary and home for rescued scalies and shell babies. All but my iguana, MAXXIMUS and chameleon Bob are rescues..and unless and until a dedicated adoptive owner is found, it is their Forever Home. Thank you for clearly describing the "PARENTING DEMANDS" for tortoises etc. SINCERE GRATITUDE, KATARINA

I used Google to research dog breeds, breeders, all the things......when I was in the market to get a dog. Now her name is Lilly. My spoiled 14yo black tri mini Aussie. My shadow. My ride or die. Best pet I've had & I got her at the perfect time of my life. Once she's passed, I will not be getting another dog. Maybe ever again. Lol. Cats are easier. Lol.

Hi tiptoe and catlin thank you 🎉🎉🎉🎉.

Great video!!!!!! Thank you so much++++

07:08 to 09:40 speed the video you will see Tiptoe 🐢 crossing around ☺️. Hopefully in future sooner you will build your family 🙏🏻 and please take Tiptoe with you. When you meet your Prince the first requirement should be “Do you like turtles ?! I mean a big turtle ?” If he says no… Run Run Runnnn Cathleen (Sorry if I wrote you name wrong). The guy must love tiptoe otherwise…next ! 😂 😂 The one who should fall in love with you MUST love tiptoe too. 😊 I wish the same to find a gentleman who loves animals specially ducks 🦆 chickens 🐓 goats 🐐 and 🐮 because I dream to build a small Ranch and live together have a beautiful garden and have a crazy Wiener dog that I will name I Thunderstorm Nexus X 😂

Just commenting to help your channel..love me some TipToe❤

Thank you for such an important, detailed list of items needed for being prepared for an exotic like tortoises. Your pointers are so important for all animals and human families too! ❤️🐢❤️☮️💟

Hi… I don’t live too far from a city but where I live, there are wild animals everywhere. I have a 1/4 acre lot that is completely fenced in with open land all around. As much I try to close things in, it is very porous to every type of animals, mostly at night. There are coyotes, bobcats, raccoons, skunks, squirrels, turkeys, foxes, mountain lions… as well as hawks, vultures & owls overhead. These animals live in the mountains but make their way down for visits at nights. I know it’s not safe for small house pets to roam outdoors. Do you think a tortoise could live safely in such an environment?

I have a question how do you take tiptoe on a walk I am planning to get a tortoise probably a sulcata so when he or she gets big haw do you do it

I think Tiptoe was trying to tell you he wanted to go for a walk with you. He is such an amazing 🐢. God Bless you and your family for taking such amazing care of Tiptoe. Take care of yourselves as well and have fun. You deserve it.

your so beautiful caitlin

That wall crawl 🤯😨😵‍💫

Really great points. Remember, these apply to ANY type pet ownership. But I'd like to add a few: does the pet fit in with the household? Is everyone feeling comfortable and safe with it? Number two: affordability. Can you afford the living space, vet care, food, etc. That an animal requires? And, if you are renting, what are the rules involving various pets? I was a shelter volunteer for several years and saw these issues arise too many times.

T investigating things in the backround. XD

Maybe this has been asked before, but how'd you get him to smile for the thumbnail? 😃

Hello Caitnil besides fruit and vegetables do you ever give him anything else

I have one my self, and I found it relatedal. And mine is a Russian, not a silcata, but... still....

I like this but you can add wheels on your transport cage and build a removable foldable ramp like the one for dogs just incase you are alone and you need to get your animal out. It will hurt to know that you left your baby behind because you couldn't lift him

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Does Tiptoe have any "friend Tortoises" that visit with him? Is he "lonely" for same-species contact?

He needs some party lights in his back yard..

As a person living in an apartment, it feels kinda disappointing knowing that they're not the best pets to keep. 😭

As for Tip Toe’s new home , may I make a suggestion. A collaboration with fellow KZfaqr Xyla Foxlin and yourself would be an awesome KZfaq videos. She being an engineer- maker and Tip Toe 🐢 being a superstar . Plus she lives not far from you. Just a suggestion ❤U 🐢

❤❤❤❤ tiptoe knows you you care of him. Sinces he was baby God blessings never seen turtle 🐢 🙏 ❤ weigh 175 lbs wow. Amazing 👏 ❤🎉🎉😊

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you have an adult teen running around, can be really exhausting, but it's worth it

Does tiptoe know his name if you call him

Yeah I've wanted a Turtle for a while but I have decided against it as i have no time or desire for the time commitment both daily and long term. It makes me sad that people don't consider that and then just abandon those animals. 😢

Is he still 175 lbs?

If anyone in Southern California is thinking about adoption of a full grown tortoise, mine is coming close to out-living me. He is a rescue from animal control and would hate to have him going back. Same kind of tortoise maybe larger. Ask for "Tank".

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