When many families start to think about a good starter pet, a turtle often comes to mind. At first glance, owning one seems ...

When it comes to food, your pet turtle's diet is omnivorous. Younger turtles − between 7 and 10 years old − should eat more meat, but as they get older, they will also consume vegetables and ...

With their protective shell, this now endangered species has survived mass extinctions and lives throughout the world – including as pets in our home. Here are some more fun facts about pet turtles.

With their protective shell, this now endangered species has survived mass extinctions and lives throughout the world – including as pets in our home. Here are some more fun facts about pet turtles.

“Pet turtles of any size can carry salmonella germs in their droppings even if they look healthy and clean,” the CDC’s report on salmonella and turtles says. “These germs can easily spread ...

"Pet turtles of any size can carry Salmonella germs in their droppings even if they look healthy and clean. These germs can easily spread to their bodies, tank water, and anything in the area ...