| If you have decided on a turtle for a pet, then you | | | | is installed under the gravel. If you have a filtration |
| are going to love it! | | | | system, you still should change the water every |
| A Pet Turtle has, in my opinion, a personality, and are | | | | month. If you do not have a filtration system, then |
| fun, compared to a fish tank. They see you when | | | | you need to clean the tank twice a week, and make |
| you come to feed them or to talk to them. | | | | sure to wash your hands well after handling your |
| For a tiny commitment of time each day, you can | | | | turtle. |
| really enjoy your turtle as a pet, with a few simple | | | | 4. Make sure they have an island that they can easily |
| rules. | | | | climb onto to bask and dry their shell. You can |
| First of all, you need to identify your pet turtle and | | | | purchase islands for turtles in a pet store. You can |
| what type it is, and where it is from, and purchase it | | | | use a large stone, but be careful not to damage the |
| from a reputable dealer or pet shop. | | | | aquarium, a lightweight one is better. |
| But here are a few tips to get you started. | | | | 5. Lighting is very important. You can use a UV light, |
| 1. Turtles are social, and if you can afford it, it is best | | | | which is beneficial to a turtles health, Keep them on a |
| to buy at least two, but make sure you know what | | | | light and dark schedule, just like yourself, and they |
| their maturity size will be. | | | | will be happy and perky when you are awake. |
| 2. Do NOT use those little plastic containers the pet | | | | It is not too hard to take care of a pet turtle, and |
| shop sells, you need to invest in a good 10 gallon | | | | they can give you hours of fun. Pet Turtle care is |
| tank, if not bigger. | | | | important, but if taken care of properly, then can live |
| 3. You need to have a heater that can work in | | | | to 25 years or more. They are great for apartments, |
| shallow water, and preferably a filtration system that | | | | and smaller spaces. Have fun with your new friend! |