Do Turtle Tanks Actually Need Air Pumps?
turtleholic Air pumps are needed in fish aquariums, where they pump extra oxygen into the water. But do turtle tanks need them as well? Let's find out! What Is An Air…
Why Is My Turtle Aggressive? The Startling Truth!
If your turtle is behaving aggressively towards you it is most likely because it is either stressed or afraid. On the other hand, if you have a turtle acting aggressively…
Why Is My Turtle Losing Color? It’s Probably This.
Is your turtle losing color? Most of the time this is not only normal but natural. And sometimes it is the result of a few big, big mistakes! Have you…
My Turtle’s Shell Looks Dry – What You Need To Know
If your turtle's shell looks dry, it's probably because one of these three reasons. And fortunately, they are all easy fixes! Why Does My Turtle's Shell Look Dry? Let's get…
Just What Foods Are Bad For Turtles?
Some food, like chocolate, is horrible to give to turtles. However, other foods owners give are just as awful. So, just what foods are bad for turtles? There are a…
Why I Prefer Shopping at Chewy for My Turtle Food
I am frequently asked where I buy food for my turtle. When I first started out, I bought my tank from a local PetSmart, along with some decorations, food, UVB…
Why Is My Turtle Floating? The Startling Truth
The short and sweet of it is that if your turtle is listing, which means it is bobbing from side to side or tilted towards one side, and more importantly,…
How To Safely Quarantine A Turtle
You will most likely either need to quarantine your pet turtle in a dry-dock if it's injured or sick or quarantine it in a separate, smaller tank with water if…
What Vitamins Do Turtles Really Need?
Copyright: convisum / 123RF Stock Photo What vitamins do turtles need? If you give your turtle the PERFECT diet, vitamin supplementation is unnecessary. EXCEPT possibly for these two vitamins... Did…
This is What Happens When Your Turtle Is Always Basking
Copyright: mariedaloia / 123RF Stock Photo Turtles are supposed to bask daily and often, but what if your turtle is always basking? Here's likely what's wrong, and how to fix…