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How would you like to enter the wonderful world of turtle ownership? Learn how to care for a turtle in this free pet video series from an industry professional.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Look for an undamaged shell and clear eyes when choosing your turtle. Learn how to choose a turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
A 40 gallon tank is a good size to start with for your turtle. Learn how to choose an aquarium for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
When your turtle spends time in the water, you will need both heat lamps and a heater for the water. Learn how to choose a water heater for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
The heat lamp for your turtle’s basking area needs a ceramic top so it doesn’t melt. Learn how to choose heat lamps for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Buy the gravel for your turtle’s bedding, or substrate, from a pet store. Learn how to choose bedding for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Basking areas, or docks, for your turtle can attach to the side of the aquarium or float in the water. Learn how to choose a basking dock for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Don’t risk your turtle becoming sick. Make sure to have a quality filtration system. Learn how to choose a filtration system for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Make sure to have to have a charcoal bin along with the bio-beads bins for your turtle. Learn how to choose filtration bins for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Check the top of your turtle’s filtrations system for any damage to the moving parts. Learn about the top piece of the filtrations system for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Regular tubing from a hardware store can serve as a replacement if the tubing of your turtle’s filtration system is damaged. Learn about the tubing and pieces for the filtration system for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Get all the air out of your turtle’s filtration system. Learn how to prime the pump of the filtration system for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Pellet and other dry diets are easy for your turtle. Live fish run the risk of parasites. Learn about proper feeding and diet for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
All turtles have salmonella but that is not something to deter you from keeping them as pets. Wash your hands before and after handling your turtle. Learn the facts about salmonella and turtles from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Try to handle your turtle with both hands. If the turtle is aggressive, handle by the rear half of the shell. Learn how to handle your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Turtles do require a good amount of space and maintenance but are personable and enjoyable pets. Take time to observe your pet. Learn about enjoying your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Turtles might not be the high-energy pets that cats and dogs are, but they require just as much care to their environment and diet to live long and happy lives. Turtles are among the oldest reptile species, and when cared for properly, a turtle can have a very long lifespan. This should definitely be taken into account if you’ve considered owning a turtle or giving a turtle as a gift.
If you’re looking for tips and advice about turtle ownership, this free pet care video series contains a wealth of information on basic turtle care, including feeding tips, safe handling procedures and much more. You'll learn everything you need to know about owning a turtle, including how to identify a healthy turtle, and tips on setting up the ideal lighting and temperature for your turtle's environment. You will also learn about filtrations systems, bedding and aquariums.
Cordell Jacques Cordell Jacques has worked in the pet industry for more than 10 years. He is also a reptile hobbyist in one form or another. Jacques keeps more than 20 various reptiles, frogs, fish and inverts. He not only has a love of reptiles, but cats and dogs, as well. He currently works at Huron Pet Supply in Ann Arbor, Mich.dkdk
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