Turtles have lifespans that can surpass some humans, drawing awe as more and more people adopt the hard-shelled animals as pets. They can enjoy long lifespans with proper care and adoration from ...

Adopting a pet is a big decision. When that pet is a turtle you should remember the decades-long commitment to its care you’re signing up for. Their particular habitats vary greatly. You will need to ...

Since Aug. 22, Susan McGuire Rowe hasn't been able to sleep at night without crying. She lost her beloved companion, a female turtle named Tucker, and now she wants the community to help her find her ...

Pet owners love their animals so much they sometimes will plant a kiss on them. The cuteness of puppies, kittens, hamsters and even turtles is hard to resist. But, turtle owners should be more ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC)-The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is sounding the alarm after busting an illegal turtle trade. Experts say people buying them as pets are a big part of the problem. As ...

CHICAGO (CBS) --Our PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week is a big boy but don't call him Chonkasaurus. Just call him Turtle, because that's his name. Turtle does not need to come out of his shell, as he ...