Summary
A viral video shows a pit bull named Mia sharing her food with a tortoise named Biggie. The video has sparked discussions about the pair's friendship and raised concerns from experts about the dangers of tortoises eating dog food.
Key Facts
- Mia is a pit bull who shares her food with Biggie, a 3-year-old tortoise.
- The video of their interaction has over 371,000 views and 43,000 likes.
- Mia deliberately drops food for Biggie, as confirmed by her owner.
- Experts warn that tortoises should not eat dog food because it can cause kidney damage and growth issues.
- Tortoises naturally require a diet of fresh leaves and vegetation for healthy growth.
- Avonvale Vets and the Tortoise Trust charity stress the importance of a proper herbivorous diet for tortoises.
