Just want to let any new or interested people know that I have been to
a bunch of forums. This one seems to have the most members who really
have a background in Russians. Many sites have plenty of good
information, but when it comes down to it, they are a lot of young
people with good information. (Not that I have been steered wrong)
Julie and Joe (they are the only ones I have communicated with) seem
to be more than just other keepers.

That said, thank you to those of who have helped me. I hope everyone
feels the same.

Good luck to everyone!

By the way, has anyone seen or heard of this book? Russian Tortoises
(Complete Herp Care) (Paperback)
by E. J. Pirog

Glad you have found the list so helpful. This is one of the best groups and the RT site is the best IMO for up to date, accurate information on caring for your tort.
As for the book, the info you find on the RT site is much better info so it would be better to print that up and stick it in a binder and make your own book.

Julie Maguire
Director, Turtle Rescue of Long Island
NYS Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
http://www.turtlerescues.org/

View our photos at:
http://turtlerescues.com/gallery2/main.php
http://www.picturetrail.com/maguire5700

Join our group:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Turtle...ongIsland/join


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My only problem is this site is not very easy to follow or read.
Having to search through and follow the strands can be very
difficult especially if you you don't check every day.

I guess it will just take some getting used to!


groups and the RT site is the best IMO for up to date, accurate
information on caring for your tort.

info so it would be better to print that up and stick it in a binder
and make your own book.

out. A quote by: James B. Conant


advice and veterinary care should be obtained for any sick/injured turtle.

You are so right about this group. Everyone here is quite helpful and
friendly. I learn so much by reading all of the posts and when I do
have a question I always get a propt response.

As for the book, it was not what I expected for a book published in
2005. IMO russiantortoise.org is the best resource available of any
kind.

Personally, I would love to see Joe, Julie, Matt, Sohni, etc (too many
to name - please do not feel left out!) collaborate on a Tort book.
Perhaps it would not be cost effective to publish, but they could sell
it in Adobe format - like an ebook. Part of the proceeds could go to
Turtle Rescue of Long Island (HINT!).

I have done what Julie suggested and created my own little notebook,
but it is not the same as having an actual text in hand.

If you are looking for some good books about Torts check out Carapace
Press, http://www.vidi-herp.com.

Alecia

actually I am woking on an ebook. The nice part about doing it that way is I
can have updates.

Hi,

I use the website to check on discussions (rather than having emails
sent to my inbox), and if you are in a message, if you scroll right
down to the bottom of the screen, all the other messages in that
thread are listed, so you can read them together. Don't know if this
helps.

Nina

There is tremendous info on the russiantortoise.org site as well as here and making your own notebook is the way to go. I have been starting a binder and online notes (lost a lot due to computer virus) and have asked probably too many dumb questions here and everyone has always been very helpful.
It would be nice to have a large get together to meet one another, but I am sure we all cannot leave our shelled friends.
The proceeds you may be refering to can go to Joe's store and Julie's TRLI raffle or just donations.
Julie, When does the next raffle start?
Ron

You are so right about this group. Everyone here is quite helpful and
friendly. I learn so much by reading all of the posts and when I do
have a question I always get a propt response.


As for the book, it was not what I expected for a book published in
2005. IMO russiantortoise.org is the best resource available of any
kind.

Personally, I would love to see Joe, Julie, Matt, Sohni, etc (too many
to name - please do not feel left out!) collaborate on a Tort book.
Perhaps it would not be cost effective to publish, but they could sell
it in Adobe format - like an ebook. Part of the proceeds could go to
Turtle Rescue of Long Island (HINT!).

I have done what Julie suggested and created my own little notebook,
but it is not the same as having an actual text in hand.

If you are looking for some good books about Torts check out Carapace
Press, http://www.vidi-herp.com.

Alecia

--- In RussianTortoise (AT) yahoogroups (DOT) com, "Joe Heinen" <JoeHeinenDC@...>

Well, from being in this forum, you sure know what types of
questions people will ask and want to know about!

Let us know when it is up!

LOL, You are very sweet to drop such a subtle hint about proceeds of a book being donated to our rescue, but Joe already helps us tremendously by hosting our website. That in itself is priceless. :-)

Julie Maguire
Director, Turtle Rescue of Long Island
NYS Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
http://www.turtlerescues.org/

View our photos at:
http://turtlerescues.com/gallery2/main.php
http://www.picturetrail.com/maguire5700

Join our group:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Turtle...ongIsland/join


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Behold the turtle: He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out. A quote by: James B. Conant

Disclaimer: Any information given is not to be taken as medical advice and veterinary care should be obtained for any sick/injured turtle.