| Re: Tortoise Protection Group
Hiya
Our comprehensice website is currently under construction. A lot of research has already gone into the importation of tortoises and the suppliers. We are in contact with DEFRA concerning their unacceptable stance on tortoises being allowed entry into the country just because they last departed from an EU country. No credible evidence is required to prove they are captive bred at all. I'm sorry you think the above is sensationalism, it isn't. I personally have heard of dozens of cases of tortoises dying within a month of their purchace since christmas and many than have had to have vetinary treatment. I was speaking with Andy Highfield (Tortoise Trust) last week and he heard of two deaths in one day, imported tortoises purchased from pet shops. There are many more. We are a serious group and met with the RSPCA at Horsham only last week. We have a very good high profile contact who is talking with CITES this week. We have the support of many groups and individuals.
You are more than welcome to contact me privately.
Thank you for your interest.
Kind Regards
Darren  |