KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A beloved local turtle is gone and possibly destroyed. The owner of Pet-Topia in Kansas City says it was confiscated by the Missouri Department of Conservation. The pet store off ...

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 ...

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 ...

While most turtles are wild, many are adopted as pets each year. Keep in mind that turtles are sometimes considered exotic pets, so there may be local or state laws that restrict their adoption. There ...

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SAN PABLO (BCN) -- Police on Sunday recovered turtles and baby chicks stolen last week in a burglary at a San Pablo pet supply store. A suspect in the burglary Sept. 7 at El Granero Feed & Pet ...

Public health officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of salmonella linked to small turtles, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced. Twenty-six cases in 11 states – ...

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