Turtle Shell Peeling: Normal or a Health Concern?
Turtle shell and skin peeling explained: common causes, what's normal, warning signs, care steps, and when to see a vet.
Shell Sanctuary
Your #1 Guide on Pet and Wild Turtles
Shell Sanctuary
Your #1 Guide on Pet and Wild Turtles
Is Your Turtle Dead or Just Hibernating?
Is my turtle dead or hibernating? Signs, safe checks, timing, care steps, and when to call a vet - Pet Turtle Care.
Can Turtles Get Rabies? Understanding Zoonotic Risks
Rabies risk for pet turtles, zoonotic threats, signs, safe handling, prevention, and what to do after exposure.
How to Create a Naturalistic Turtle Habitat with Proper Decor
Create a naturalistic turtle habitat with decor: tank setup, lighting, heating, substrate, hides, enrichment, and maintenance.
Benefits of Live Plants in Turtle Habitats
Live plants in turtle habitats: improve water quality, enrichment, shelter, plant choices, setup, care, maintenance.
Can Turtles Breathe Underwater? (The Surprising Truth)
How pet turtles breathe, oxygen needs, breath-hold times, cloacal myths, and practical tank tips for safe underwater activity.
How to Create the Perfect Basking Area for Your Aquatic Turtle
Plan, build, and maintain a safe basking dock for your aquatic turtle with heat, UVB, placement, materials, and upkeep tips.
How to Choose the Perfect Tank Size and Shape for Your Aquatic Turtle
Choose the right tank size and shape for your aquatic turtle: basking area, filtration, species size, water depth, setup tips.
Essential Water Quality Parameters for a Healthy Turtle Tank
Test ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, temp; interpret results and adjust filtration and water changes for a healthy turtle tank.
Where and Why Do Turtles Lay Their Eggs? (Essential Guide)
Where turtles lay eggs, why they nest, nesting prep, incubation, hatchlings, and practical tips for pet turtle care.