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I found a little turtle, what do I do?

P: 8/4/2008 8:42:15 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Hi, it was raining outside and I saw a turtle out in the street so I picked him up and took him to my backyard. I sent out a neighborhood email asking if anyone lost a turtle so I hope to find his/her owner. If I don't, I have a cute little turtle. I have no idea how to take care of one and I looked on the Internet and it talks about an aquarium, I am guessing this isn't that type of turtle,??? If anyone could offer advice I would really appreciate it. Thanks a bunch Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:42:15 PM

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P: 8/4/2008 8:44:54 PM
SanDiegoLady Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,203 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 7/6/2005	Date: 8/4/2008 8:42:15 PM Author:Skippy123 Hi, it was raining outside and I saw a turtle out in the street so I picked him up and took him to my backyard. I sent out a neighborhood email asking if anyone lost a turtle so I hope to find his/her owner. If I don't, I have a cute little turtle. I have no idea how to take care of one and I looked on the Internet and it talks about an aquarium, I am guessing this isn't that type of turtle,??? If anyone could offer advice I would really appreciate it. Thanks a bunch Is he a red ear slider? Aw, poor guy.. did you take a picture? I would love to see. What he is depends on how to care for him. I'd call your local Petsmart or Petco.. they both sell turtles and may have advice.
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:44:54 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:47:47 PM
Miranda Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,042 Last Post: 9/24/2009 Member Since: 2/18/2006	Awwww, Skippy! You're a turtle mama! Will you keep it? I don't know how to take care of it. Don't turtles eat lettuce and zucchini? We need turtle pics! Oh, and be sure to wash your hands after handling it! Turtles can carry salmonella said by germophibic Miranda.
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:47:47 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:48:49 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 8:44:54 PM Author: SanDiegoLady Is he a red ear slider? Aw, poor guy.. did you take a picture? I would love to see. What he is depends on how to care for him. I'd call your local Petsmart or Petco.. they both sell turtles and may have advice. Oh good advice, I do have a picture. I just took it because he was so cute and I was nervous if he went to bury himself in the bushes; I wanted to know what type he is and what kind of food I need. You are so sweet SDL! Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:48:49 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:50:13 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 8:47:47 PM Author: Miranda Awwww, Skippy! You're a turtle mama! Will you keep it? I don't know how to take care of it. Don't turtles eat lettuce and zucchini? We need turtle pics! Oh, and be sure to wash your hands after handling it! Turtles can carry salmonella said by germophibic Miranda. I did, I am a germophob also! Okay, let me get the pics. Coming right up! LOL about "Turtle Mama," maybe I will be a turtle mama! I would love to keep him if no one claims him. Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:50:13 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:53:14 PM
radiantquest Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,294 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 7/20/2008	oh, that is so fun. sometimes there are turtles in the street here too. if you want to keep it just search on the web until you find out what kind it is and then find out what that kind likes. i wish i could have one! if it seems like it isnt going to work just set it free. it will survive on its own as long as it stays out of the street.
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:53:14 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:53:33 PM
SanDiegoLady Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,203 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 7/6/2005	Date: 8/4/2008 8:48:49 PM Author: Skippy123 Date: 8/4/2008 8:44:54 PM Author: SanDiegoLady Is he a red ear slider? Aw, poor guy.. did you take a picture? I would love to see. What he is depends on how to care for him. I'd call your local Petsmart or Petco.. they both sell turtles and may have advice. Oh good advice, I do have a picture. I just took it because he was so cute and I was nervous if he went to bury himself in the bushes; I wanted to know what type he is and what kind of food I need. You are so sweet SDL! Aw, you are very welcome. Anything to help the bebe turtle! Yay! My gf has two little red eared sliders.. aw, babies!!
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:53:33 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:55:59 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	So cute! SDL, is it a red slider???? Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:55:59 PM

P: 8/4/2008 8:57:06 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Okay, I am gonna call Petsmart, lets hope they can help Isn't he cute!?!?! You have turtles in your neighborhood Radiantquest!!! Wow, I never found one before; I picked it up so no one would run over it by accident. Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 8:57:06 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:00:32 PM
Miranda Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,042 Last Post: 9/24/2009 Member Since: 2/18/2006	What a cute little thing! How big is it?
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:00:32 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:01:25 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 9:00:32 PM Author: Miranda What a cute little thing! How big is it? he is so little, maybe about 7 inches? Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:01:25 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:08:10 PM
Miranda Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,042 Last Post: 9/24/2009 Member Since: 2/18/2006	Did you name him yet? I am such a sucker for a stray anything. As soon as I find it I become so attached. My dog and cat are my first set of animals that aren't strays.
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:08:10 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:11:13 PM
Dogmom Cut Rock Total Posts: 297 Last Post: 11/11/2009 Member Since: 2/6/2007	Skippy, I'm not an expert by any means, but I swear he looks like a box turtle to me. He SHOULD be fine on his own in the wild. If I recall correctly, they require a lot of work to care for in a home setting. In the winter, they burrow in the ground and hibernate. You might want to check with your local shelter or pet shop and see if they have a person with reptile experience who can give you advice. PS - I think "Turtle Mom" is a great name ;) "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." ~ Anatole France
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:11:13 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:17:24 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 9:08:10 PM Author: Miranda Did you name him yet? I am such a sucker for a stray anything. As soon as I find it I become so attached. My dog and cat are my first set of animals that aren't strays. What should I name him? hehe Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:17:24 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:19:32 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 9:11:13 PM Author: Dogmom Skippy, I'm not an expert by any means, but I swear he looks like a box turtle to me. He SHOULD be fine on his own in the wild. If I recall correctly, they require a lot of work to care for in a home setting. In the winter, they burrow in the ground and hibernate. You might want to check with your local shelter or pet shop and see if they have a person with reptile experience who can give you advice. PS - I think 'Turtle Mom' is a great name ;) Good call, he does look like a box turtle!!! What if he is a boy, then Turtle Dad? hehe Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:19:32 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:21:31 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	UPDATE: According to Petco, they like apples, and lettuce and some water. The Petco people thought he will be fine in my backyard since it is all grass, trees and lots of green shrubs and bushes. Thanks for your help friends! Now, what to name him if he is mine??? hehe Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:21:31 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:22:27 PM
SanDiegoLady Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,203 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 7/6/2005	He looks like a box turtle to me. AND OH MY STARS ISNT HE SOOOO CUTE!!!?
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:22:27 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:24:27 PM
SanDiegoLady Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,203 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 7/6/2005	Information on box turtles: http://www.marietta.edu/~mcshaffd/boxt/faq.html http://www.anapsid.org/box.html http://www.ehow.com/how_2365324_get-box-turtle-eat.html?ref=fuel&utm_source=yahoo&utm_medium=ssp&utm_campaign=yssp_art http://boxturtlesite.info/diet.html http://www.petsdo.com/pets/box-turtles This one is too cute.. http://www.fishpondinfo.com/turtles/boxcare.htm
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:24:27 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:37:19 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 9:24:27 PM Author: SanDiegoLady Information on box turtles: http://www.marietta.edu/~mcshaffd/boxt/faq.html http://www.anapsid.org/box.html http://www.ehow.com/how_2365324_get-box-turtle-eat.html?ref=fuel&utm_source=yahoo&utm_medium=ssp&utm_campaign=yssp_art http://boxturtlesite.info/diet.html http://www.petsdo.com/pets/box-turtles This one is too cute.. http://www.fishpondinfo.com/turtles/boxcare.htm Michelle, thanks for the links, the 1st one worried me so since I found him super close to our house, I am going to open the gate to let him leave. Thanks again. Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:37:19 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:42:38 PM
FrekeChild Ideal Rock Total Posts: 12,878 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 12/14/2007	He is really cute! BF has red eared sliders, and I can tell you that it isn't one of those. You might want to find out if he needs any bugs to eat. I know BF's sliders eat mealworms and crickets (and moths! YAY!) among other stuff... _______________________________ "Women are either goddesses or doormats." Pablo Picasso "In all matters of opinion, our adversaries are insane." Mark Twain
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:42:38 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:44:58 PM
SanDiegoLady Ideal Rock Total Posts: 14,203 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 7/6/2005	Date: 8/4/2008 9:37:19 PM Author: Skippy123 Date: 8/4/2008 9:24:27 PM Author: SanDiegoLady Information on box turtles: http://www.marietta.edu/~mcshaffd/boxt/faq.html http://www.anapsid.org/box.html http://www.ehow.com/how_2365324_get-box-turtle-eat.html?ref=fuel&amp;utm_source=yahoo&amp;utm_medium=ssp&amp;utm_campaign=yssp_art http://boxturtlesite.info/diet.html http://www.petsdo.com/pets/box-turtles This one is too cute.. http://www.fishpondinfo.com/turtles/boxcare.htm Michelle, thanks for the links, the 1st one worried me so since I found him super close to our house, I am going to open the gate to let him leave. Thanks again. Poor little box guy.. I think he'd have a happy home with you!
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:44:58 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:47:17 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 9:42:38 PM Author: FrekeChild He is really cute! BF has red eared sliders, and I can tell you that it isn't one of those. You might want to find out if he needs any bugs to eat. I know BF's sliders eat mealworms and crickets (and moths! YAY!) among other stuff... He is super duper incredible cute! Thanks but now I am torn on what to do, LOL, oh boy! Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:47:17 PM

P: 8/4/2008 9:48:37 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,814 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Date: 8/4/2008 9:44:58 PM Author: SanDiegoLady Date: 8/4/2008 9:37:19 PM Author: Skippy123 Michelle, thanks for the links, the 1st one worried me so since I found him super close to our house, I am going to open the gate to let him leave. Thanks again. Poor little box guy.. I think he'd have a happy home with you! I was excited to have a pet too lol. My hubby thinks he might be someones pet. Oh boy, I think I might just leave the gate open. eta: I left the gate open. Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 8/4/2008 9:48:37 PM

P: 8/4/2008 10:03:10 PM
FrekeChild Ideal Rock Total Posts: 12,878 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 12/14/2007	nevermind _______________________________ "Women are either goddesses or doormats." Pablo Picasso "In all matters of opinion, our adversaries are insane." Mark Twain
Posted: 8/4/2008 10:03:10 PM

P: 8/4/2008 10:29:15 PM
purrfectpear Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,696 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 3/31/2008	That's your standard model everyday box turtle. Growing up in the midwest I found dozens of them and considered them "pets", but just left them in the yard. They don't require any care per se. They take care of themselves. If you want, you can leave a little water in a shallow jar lid for it. They eat bugs they find. Unfortunately the mortality rate from being run over by cars is pretty high. They don't have enough sense to get out of the road "Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say and not giving a damn." -Gore Vidal
Posted: 8/4/2008 10:29:15 PM

P: 8/4/2008 10:50:15 PM
Linda W Ideal Rock Total Posts: 10,435 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 2/15/2006	Skippy, Little turtle is soooooo cute. Have you decided what to do yet???? Linda ******************************** "Life is what happens to you, while you are busy making other plans". John Lennon
Posted: 8/4/2008 10:50:15 PM

P: 8/4/2008 11:07:08 PM
Fly Girl Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,756 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 1/9/2007	Yep, looks like our pet box turtle. DD keeps him in a terrarium in her room. Most important thing we found was to be sure he gets enough UV light. Our UV bulb wasn't emiting enough rays at one time, and the edges of his shell now curl up a bit. I would suggest not keeping him indoors. DD has gone off to college, and the box turtle remains here at home. Fortunately, DH takes care of him most of the time. I handle DD's pet parakeet. Try to come up with a better name than Boxy, however! **** Life is a Journey, not a Destination. ****
Posted: 8/4/2008 11:07:08 PM

P: 8/4/2008 11:10:24 PM
sumbride Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,867 Last Post: 1/21/2009 Member Since: 2/17/2006	Definitely a box turtle. Actually a tortoise, I believe, not a turtle, as turtles are aquatic. We had these all over our yard when I was a kid and every time I found one I would paint my initials on the shell with nail polish and let them go. My grandmother says she still sees some of them around her birdbath with my initials on the back. I heard later that nail polish was bad for them. If it is, I feel guilty. Your little tortoise is wild... and will be fine on his/her own! No worries!
Posted: 8/4/2008 11:10:24 PM

P: 8/4/2008 11:24:15 PM
MonkeyPie Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,577 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 4/23/2008	Aw a box turtle. We have those here, too. My grandma had one in her yard that was like 17 inches across! He was a beast. But he kept coming back to her yard because she would leave out lettuce and apple slices for him. Once they know food is ready there they will come back even if you let them go.
Posted: 8/4/2008 11:24:15 PM

P: 8/4/2008 11:56:26 PM
joflier Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,692 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 10/2/2007	What cute lil' bugger! I swear it looks like he's smiling in the one photo....awww
Posted: 8/4/2008 11:56:26 PM

P: 8/5/2008 12:10:08 AM
btrflygrl23 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 640 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 1/31/2007	Skippy, My brother says he looks like a tortoise and can likely have veggies. He also said to maybe get in touch with your local shelter since they may also know how to take care of or get the little guy to his proper home. I hope if he is someone's pet they get in touch with you and he gets home and if not I hope he is ok and doesn't get run over or anything. Please update when you know more. He is very cute!
Posted: 8/5/2008 12:10:08 AM

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