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How to Transport a Pet Turtle?

Turtles are smaller pets that are generally easy to care for. However, transporting them can be difficult. You may need to transport them for vet checkups, bring them somewhere when you’re going on vacations, or other reasons. In this article, we’ll show you how to transport a pet turtle and go over the various factors […]

Best Sand for Turtle Tank

When you decorate your turtle’s tank, you probably want to know what the best substrate option for your turtle tank is. All turtles don’t have similar habitat requirements. Therefore, when setting home for an aquatic turtle, you must pay attention to proper lighting, adequate heating, clean water, a correct diet, and the perfect substrate. Carib […]

How to Preserve a Turtle Shell

It is not easy saying goodbye to a dear pet. But what distinguishes turtles is that their shells can be preserved as keepsakes. Turtle shells have been used in a variety of ways throughout history. Turtle shells have been used in medicine, divination, jewelry production, an even decorative items. Whether you want to preserve your […]

Red Eared Slider Open Wound Care

If you observe that your red-eared slider has an open wound, take the following steps to treat it and restore your reptile friend’s health: Red Eared Slider Open Wound Care To care for a red eared slider’s wound, dry dock your turtle, set up a hospital tank, prepare a basking light, soak twice a day, […]

Best Food for Hatchling Turtles

While hatchling turtles are adorable and appear easy to care for, it is important to do your research before your get one. The care of hatchling turtles differs greatly from that of fully grown turtles. This is because hatchlings require more attention and care, and they are more susceptible to diseases and germs. Without a […]

Best Way to Clean a Turtle Tank

Turtles are one of the best animals you can have as a pet. They have distinct demeanors that make them entertaining to watch and care for. While most turtle species are low-maintenance pets, they can live for a long time, making them a lifelong commitment. While caring for them, it is best to provide a […]

Metabolic Bone Disease In Turtles

Turtles with MBD often have slow growth rates and may experience deformations of their body proportions. Although turtles can get this disease at any age, it usually occurs in older turtles who have been under-nourished in the past. It can also occur in a turtle that recently experience in injury that prevents them from eating […]

What Can Turtles Eat from Human Food?

Turtle owners always look for new foods to feed their turtles. It can be very tempting to give your turtle human food. But the question is, what can types of human food can turtles eat? You might also want to know if turtles can consume human food daily? We’ll try to answer all these questions […]

What to do if My Pet Turtle Ran Away?

There is nothing scarier than when your pet turtle or tortoise runs away. No matter how careful or safe you make your turtle enclosure, there is always a chance your turtle will get out. I have dedicated this article to cover all the things you should do if you discover your turtle ran away. Why […]

Best Rocks for a Turtle Tank

Substrate is whatever you put on the bottom of a turtle tank or tub. It can be anything from sand, gravel, wood shavings, etc. The most common type of substrate in turtle tanks is rocks. Rocks for turtle tanks are available in many shapes, sizes, materials and colors. It is important that you choose ones […]