When many families start to think about a good starter pet, a turtle often comes to mind. At first glance, owning one seems pretty simple. Get an enclosure, clean water, and a light, and let them do ...

If you live in a dry, warm climate, the Desert tortoise is an excellent choice. These guys are low-maintenance, hardy, and ...

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 ...

California’s native Western Pond Turtle tends to lie low during the winter. But in the warmer months, it’s at its most active. You might occasionally spot the turtle basking on a sunlit log around ...

Karen Deville usually looks forward to rainy days — but not just because it waters her plants. Deville is delighted that when it rains, and box turtles creep out of her yard, in Baton Rouge's ...

New York City parrot shop owner Queron Romain gets over a dozen requests per month to re-home birds whose elderly owners have become sick. Other times, the birds outlive their owners altogether.

Under the new Adoption Trial Program, "trial adopters" can pick out an "adult" animal — 7 months or older — and take it home ...

Bringing a turtle home might feel like a relaxed, low-maintenance choice compared to a playful dog or a demanding fish tank. But the truth is, these slow-moving reptiles come with long-term ...