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

Getting a pet is a big commitment. Pets require time and money. They also need to be cared for properly. The question is, are ...

An eastern Ontario woman says she's devastated by the disappearance of her family's longtime snapping turtle — while wildlife experts say it's a good reminder that keeping wild turtles as pets ...

Turtles tend to need a dry area, with space and warmth for basking, as well as an aquatic area of their tank. You should have two themometers, one in the water and one in the dry area to ensure ...

In a house in the east end of St. John's, a basement has been turned into a water wonderland for turtles. Dennis Oliver, president of the non-profit Turtle Rest and Retirement Villa, has 63 ...