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Before buying a pet turtle or tortoise, get more information about the species. Learn to buy and care for pet turtles and tortoises in this free video series from a pet store owner.
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When buying a turtle, mud turtles, musk turtles and painted turtles make great pets. Learn how to buy a turtle with expert tips from of in this free video about reptiles.
Before buying a turtle terrarium, know the species of pet turtles. Find out how to buy turtle terrarium with expert tips from an a pet store owner in this free video about reptiles.
To care for red slider, keep them outside in the backyard. Discover how to care for red slider pet turtles with expert tips from a pet store owner in this free video about reptiles.
To properly care for tortoises, make sure to check the tortoise species before feeding it. Learn to care for tortoises with expert tips from a pet store owner in this free video about reptiles.
Turtles might not be the high-energy pets that cats and dogs are, but they require just as much care in their environment and diet. Turtles are among the oldest reptile species, and when cared for properly, a turtle can have a very long lifespan. With their cute little heads, colorful shells and calm dispositions, turtles are a great pet for the individual that likes to see nature at its calmest. However, don't assume that all turtles are docile! Some, such as the snapping turtle, are carnivorous and can have quite a bite. There are many different species of turtles, and all of them have unique characteristics and needs. So, before rushing to a pet store or adopting a wild turtle, make sure to do proper research. In this free video series, get some tips for caring for pet turtles. Tim Cole, owner of a reptile conversation company, takes time to explain how to buy a turtle. Also, learn how to create an environment for a pet turtle, and find out about red eared turtles and how to care for them. Tim even demonstrates how to care for a tortoise. So, if a pet turtle sounds alluring, keep them healthy and happy with these tips.
Tim Cole Tim Cole has been keeping reptiles for over four decades and has professional experience working with zoos and scientific field studies. Cole is the owner/proprietor of Austin Reptile Service, an organization dedicated to the conservation of native Texas reptiles through education. He has been the Reptile Team Leader with Wildlife Rescue Inc. in Austin, TX, since 1989. He has achieved the level of State Advanced Certified Animal Control Officer, and has held a Texas Parks & Wildlife rehabilitation permit. Cole is a founding member of the Austin Herpetological Society and has sat on the board of various herpetological societies. He also keeps and breeds various species of snakes in his home, for the pet trade and for private collectors. Cole teaches snake identification and awareness programs to Animal Control Officers, City Utility Departments, State agencies, Cub & Boy Scout groups, and schools.dkdk
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