How to Buy a Turtle: 8 Steps (with Pictures)

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2024 Author: Samantha Chapman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 09:13

Turtles are fun and require less attention than a dog or cat, and they are much smaller. Buying a turtle is easy if you know what to do, where to look and what to catch. And if you don't know, read on!

Steps

Part 1 of 4: Before Proceeding to Purchase the Turtle

Step 1. If you are still young and under the authority of your parents, you will need to ask them if you can get a turtle

Try to find the right topics. If you think / know that you are old enough to decide for yourself, it might still be a good idea to ask them what they think if you are still living under their roof.

Step 2. Go to the library, or search the internet, for information on turtles

It is always a good idea to inquire about a pet before taking it home with you.

Part 2 of 4: Finding a Pet Shop That Sells Turtles

Step 1. Check:

Advertisements in newspapers
Online sites
The nearest pet shop. Almost all medium-sized cities have one.

Step 2. The pet shop should have these features:

Be clean
Its turtles do not live huddled together.

Part 3 of 4: Choosing Your Turtle

Step 1. Talk to the shopkeeper and find out about the different types of turtles and their needs

Step 2. Decide which type of turtle you want:

A land turtle

Land turtles require a terrarium
Or a water turtle

Water turtles require an aquarium

Step 3. Pick up the turtle you spotted

Does it resist? If it does not resist, it means that the turtle is not healthy.
Do you have shiny eyes? It's a good thing, if he has crusty or dull eyes it is a sign that he is not well.

Step 4. Choose the healthy turtle you like best and take it home

Part 4 of 4: Buying the Items You Will Need for Your Turtle

An aquarium of the right size
Aquarium heater
A heat lamp
Turtle food
Water (try not to use tap or filtered water as they usually contain chlorine, which can change the pH balance)
Aquarium filters

Advice

Choose a vet who specializes in amphibians, reptiles, and other exotic animals, and don't hesitate to ask him questions about your new turtle, even if he is fine

Warnings

Choose your turtle carefully.
Don't be afraid to ask so many questions!

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