His rapid growth is probably due to the EXCELLENT care and love he received. Love you T! God Bless!

I'm not surprised he keeps growing. You feed him so well.

So very happy that you never "rehomed" Tiptoe. He is truly a huge part of your family.....he is picture perfect and only belongs with you!

He was still a chunky boy when he was “tiny”. You could tell he was aiming to grow up and be a linebacker or a sumo tortoise. He even practices his end zone dance when he eats grass or fights a bush. He’s definitely a beefy boy that’s always smiling. Absolutely love Sir Tiptoe!

He’s not just a tortoise. He is wonderful. He’s your baby. I have a yellow bellied slider. He’s my world

Tip Toe is still adorable.

Nobody would give T the love and care you have given him.

Aww, 'Tiny Tiptoe' and 'Tiny Caitlin' are sooo cute! 😊

Our 30+ year old tortoise is a handful as well. Most tortoises are a lot of work. You have to do the homework and think in advance about what you will do with your pet. We have an Amazon Yellow footed.

Tiptoe is a precious little boy

Tiptoe is adorable and you truly care for him

Tiptoe: "Size matters! Just ask Godzilla and Gomorrah...distant relatives of mine."🤪

Always good to see Tiptoe in his home environment. By now, he definitely is part of your family. Your whole family is involved in looking after Tiptoe. Your grandfather built him a house and a very nice house for him. Your Dad takes care of any shots that he needs whenever he gets sick. It's nice that the neighbors know of him and that helps should he get out of his yard. Your yard is definitely for Tiptoe. It's quite unique that the inside of his house has those things that you can monitor for his well being. And it's great that he can go out of his house when he wants. Thank you for your posts as they are interesting. The best to you and yours!

How does that fence keep Tiptoe contained,,, He lets it lol. You and Tiptoe provide so many people with smiles. Thank you.

I m so glad to catch up with Tiptoe and his hooman family this Saturday, the first day of July, 2023. It was interesting and enjoyable to hear about Tiptoe’s and Caitlin’s history together. One thing that stood out for me is what Caitlin said about tortoises not being so much different than humans in their needs, social interests, emotional expressions. That is a lovely thought. Thanks for the latest update on what’s going on in the life of Tiptoe and Mom, Caitlin and extended family. Peace and Blessings everyone! ☮️💟👍🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️

Oh he is so wonderful. His personality comes out bc you love him and he loves you back.

He thrived on all of the love your family gave him. As teachers, we know that love and acceptance is important for children to grow and the same applies to animals. You've thrived on his love too! Thank you always for sharing your sweet boy.

Looking beautiful Caitlin and can't appreciate enough your love for Tiptoe!! ❤❤

Great video to start my Saturday morning! Watching you and Tiptoe, has helped my depression. So thank you Caitlin for sharing your story and your life wth Tiptoe with all of us. So much love and respect from Minnesota. 🐢💜✌

Love the way you take care of Tiptoe. So glad you decided not to rehome him. No one will ever love him more than you, and he's been with you so long I don't think he would do too well with someone new. Have you ever thought about getting him a mate? Like borrowing a big female from someone? Just wondering 🤔 ❤

from tiny baby to naughty teenager 🤭🤭😘🐢 love you T!

Tiptoe is such a lucky boy to have Caitlin as his Mom!!! The flowers from your Mom's yard are gorgeous ❤❤❤Joan 😊

Tiptoe is so adorable

He will never be "Just a Tortoise" He has so much character and he is (quite literally,) a massive star and a major part of your life. The importance of pets can never be over-stated, they give so much back and are worth every penny and every second that we put into them. He is also almost the same weight as my two Bernese Mountain Dogs combined, which is astonishing to think about.

Hope u have a fun safe weekend tiptoe. And happy 4th of July buddy 💙🐾🐢

My mom and I LOVE your videos 🥰 he is SO cute

I adore you and sweet TipToe loved that you shared his history. Your videos are always so cute.🐢

Tiptoe's giant heart makes him the most unique amazing tortoise. Although it is surely a lot of work, what a gift to have a lifelong friend to grow with. Love you guys! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

I thought turtles in pet stores didn't grow much bigger than a small house cat, its crazy how big these ones get.

Awesome 💜💜 thank you for all the background info. Tiptoe is fascinating!

As a Canadian living in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It's so cool seeing exotic pets like this...TipToe is one lucky Tortoise having such amazing care..Great job and good for you!

Thank you to you both .

I've been watching your videos for awhile now, absolutely appreciate seeing him.

So cute! He was lucky too.

Cute, Adorable, Bubbly, Sweet , Pleasant and Stunning, Tiptoe is pretty Awesome too !

I can so relate, i lost my dog in 2020 and he had such a beautiful soul, made us laugh and he made us feel like actual parents. we miss him so much. Tiptoe has done the same for you- your videos make me smile

I would like to see tips house at night with those lights on and him busting out like the movie star he is❤

You fed him that wonderful rose - that shows you truly love him👍👍

Love seeing Tiptoe's baby and kiddy pictures! Thank you.

Tiptoe is bigger than you! He is so handsome. Please keep him forever!

In his "next life", Tiptoe will be reincarnated as a "Buick"!

Thank you!! I love your videos! Happy 4th of July week!!

it's great you didn't give him up. my sister and her husband literally found and rescued a similar tortoise. they struggle all the time but you can see he is so happy. Donatello by the way. 😊 thank you for posting.

Caitlin, thanks for sharing this incredible journey of Tiptoe’s life with you.

I'm so happy you didn't re-home him. Who knows what feelings he might have experienced. Tiptoe is the best friend you'll ever have. Love watching him and you for explaining and teaching all of us. Love from Ohio.

Thanks for sharing your pictures with tiptoe in his different stages of growth

You provide TipTipoe the best life any tortoise could ask for. You are a great mommy for him. ❤

Thanks Big T and Caitlin

Tiptoe is so cool!!! He has a neat personality ❤️

Tiptoe is a very cool boy! Your relationship is amazing! ❤️🔷❤️👍🏻

The respect and love this woman has for her tortoise is very touching

I do want to turn my backyard into a tortoise enclosure of course, But I'm getting more educated on them first of how big they get cuz I don't want to get one and then it ends up to be a monster one and then I'm like. Oh no now what do I do So that's why I'm educating myself on tortoises! So I don't get one that's so massive😮

When you lean over and hug his shell 😍 i swear he looks into the distance and smiles. I love this.

I think it's just beautiful how you feel about this boy.

🥰🤩😄 I been following u guys for a while and didn't find out u guys had a KZfaq channel until now. 😅 I just subscribed!

Thank you for the extended version of A Day in the Life of Tiptoe. The usual Short always puts smile on my face

Not sure why I am such a big fan but I am so glad you share TipToe with us

There is no such thing as just a tortoise. Just like there is no such thing as just a human. You both have imprinted yourselves on and within each other. It's a rare relationship that you each have with each other. So very unique and wholesome to watch your content .

tiptoe mindset indeed

Happy 4th tiptoe and catlin.

Thanks to you Caitlin for sharing your precious tiptoe with us!! Animals can teach us so much! May God bless you and Tiptoe

That’s one way to secure the tortuous. Now your parents can never get rid of him 😅 👏 Tiptoe is so lucky to have you!

He is a joy! Your love and amazing feedings are the reason. 💜💙❤️

I'm in love with you. Not because you are beautiful, but because of how much you love TipToe. I have a bunny, recently lost our other bunny, but we are in the works for another rescue bun. LOVE.

In this mean world, it's nice to be able to tune into a kind person out there.💛💚🧡 Btw, I would bet that Tiptoe would LOVE for you to give him two or three potato chips.💝👍 July 1, 2023

Every Christmas with Tiptoe is a gift of love forever 🌲🐢👱‍♀️💕

He is so cute... He will probably live over 100 possibly... if everything goes fine!

Very good video - lots of information. Love TT. He is adorable.

TipToe is a wonderful animal & it seems that he's an even better Pet, who is communicating on an enjoyable level. Pets can teach us about life & our behavior, Tip Toe can input Patience into anyone, who spends time with him. I think he should be a major Ambassador for the USA in the Animal World & he might light like the fame, time would tell. WE the People thank you immensely, for the wonderful job you have done, in showing Love to this guy, you are a great ambassador yourself.

I just luv the way you truly adore & love this precious animal. Makes me sad to think someone else would ever get him. They will NEVER ❤️ him like YOU DO.🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤

I love your devotion to keeping him well.

I am so happy that a sulcata is getting good care. Many adopt as you did, but few are so good about their care.

Tiptoe is the luckiest turt in the whole world!

He's absolutely fascinating, stubborn, occasionally obnoxious, and always loveable! You're doing a great job!! 👍❤️

A pet that will be there for your whole childhood and just about your whole life a pet that lives a long time

He is so lucky to have you. He is beautiful.❤

Tiptoe is awesome. Like having your own dinosaur in the yard. I’d hate to get a finger caught in that beak of his. If you would’ve known how large he would get you could’ve named him Dozer or Tank 😳 You’ve done a fantastic job raising him. He looks so healthy and happy

You and Tiptoe are so adorable. Really love watching!!

You all take care of him very well! I like the way you talk to him and treat him. Ive always tried to give my non human companions the best life possible. You look after him in all areas and you have his comfort in mind. Outstanding! Very cool. Thank you for sharing so much detail with us. Your attitude is very positive.

Tip Toe will be with you for the rest of your life! such a wonderful thing! ❤❤

Tiptoe is not just a tortoise. Tiptoe is the BOSS tortoise.

From what I understand Tiptoe has a lot of growing to do. Love the name it is prefect for him.

Tiptoe is very happy. He knows how much he is loved.❤

I love that you love all your animal friends and specialy the most important one since he is your costar TipTow. I hope you all the best and Thank You for sharing.

he is a handsome boy!!! so Beautiful as well!!! all the best to tip toe! and you as well!

So understanding he will live a long time you have given all to offer you are young keep it up

This types of tortoise is huge. Pet stores tend to not know ir or not tell the truth. You are special because you kept him and ❤him and he didn't get tossed or left to die❤. It's obvious he loves you guys❤. Mine will only get up to 15 lbs max and that's all I (grandma) can handle😊. You are awesome ❤

Tiptoe is so lucky to have a family like yours ...you take such a good care of him. Blessings from MI 💙🐢

I loved this video! It was so interesting to hear of your life with Tiptoe and how well you care for him. 🥰

Tiptoe is so sweet and funny, I love his eyes. ❤ 🐢 And you take so good care to him, I can see you love him and he loves you! 😊

I am not a personal fan of tortoises and such. That being said your videos are so pleasing to me, and I do regard TipToe as a "virtual friend"...Ha !!! Your committment to health and well being, both for you and for TipToe, encourages me to do the same for myself. You are, a Postive Influence !!! Yay !!!

This is my fave channel. I love Tiptoe... smiling every time I watch! Thank you for sharing Caitlin!!

Your love and care made him happy-go-lucky guy

This was so interesting and fun to watch. Thanks for sharing your story.

A special pet, that will hopefully remain with you for the rest of your life.

Like others have said Tiptoe is so loved. Thanks for sharing!

Your house is so pretty and so sunny and beautiful. It looks peaceful.

I love you both.❤❤❤❤❤

Good to see you again, Caitlin! Yes, Tiptoe is certainly living the good 👍 life!

I think it's wonderful that Tiptoe is going to be around for your whole life! How often do we get to spend our entire lives with our pets? Usually, we outlive them, but not Tiptoe! Such a handsome boy. This channel has given me a newfound appreciation for Tortoises. I don't know if I would ever have one, but they are definitely cool pets. I really enjoy watching Tiptoe's daily life. Thank you for sharing him with us!