lots of cute names are usually corny such as shelly or sheldon. or if you like giving them nicknames i would advise speedy or champ making fun of there speed
Yes
You're not suppose to, but i have a penny-sized painted turtle in with 2 huge red eared sliders. The pet store says they should be comparible in size. but go ahead
Yes it is legal. Both painted turtles and red sliders are legal.
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His turtle's name was Tiberius.
Yes. She had a Turtle.
its turtle
It depends is its specie endanger or not. It also depends what specie is it. If it is a painted turtle that's OK but if its a snapping turtle then probably not because it can hurt you mildly. Check on Google to see if its endangered or not and if its safe.
This depends on the specific species.
They should be fed vegetable matter or Turtle Bites at least twice daily. They should be fed their staple diet food, such as Reptomin, daily or at least every other day. They should be fed protein weekly. They can also be given treats, such as fruit, on a weekly basis.
You could just be sure to wash your hands good after handleing the turtle. Or choose a different pet.
Yes, one can have a painted turtle as a pet. The real question might be, should you have a painted turtle as a pet? Painted turtles are beautiful and engaging creatures. In some parts of the country, they are endangered. In other places, their populations are at risk and declining. It is my opinion, as a painted turtle owner and a veterinarian, that painted turtles are best left in the wild. That said, if you have your heart set on a pet painted turtle, there are a few things to keep in mind. All pet turtles require extremely clean water, although they are naturally dirty creatures. They must have UVA and UVB lamps. The bulbs are somewhat expensive and must be changed annually. Turtles need a source of steady heat. Although they can hibernate outside, they cannot survive long term at a chilly (60-74) temperature. Turtles can't just be fed "turtle pellets." They need at least some live food, plants and some prey. They must have an appropriate basking area. They require an excellent filtration system and regular cleaning. Most importantly, they need a BIG tank or pool. Personally, I believe it is downright cruel to keep an adult painted turtle in any enclosure less than 75 gallons. It's the equivalent of you being kept in a closet for your entire life. My turtle's tank is 150 gallons. This weighs a lot. Finally, if you really want a painted turtle, please consider rescuing one. They live a long time, upwards of 40 years if they are properly cared for. One can often find free turtles on craigslist and various rescue organizations.