As a turtle owner, I’m always looking for ways to provide my shelled friend with nutritious and safe food options. One question that often comes up is whether boiled eggs are suitable for turtles. After all, eggs are packed with protein and seem like they could be a healthy treat. But is it safe to…
If you’re a turtle owner like me, you’ve probably found yourself wondering whether you can share certain foods with your shelled companion. I’ve been there too – standing in my kitchen, looking at fresh Brussels sprouts, and wondering if my turtle would enjoy these little green vegetables. Today, I want to share everything I’ve learned…
If you’re a turtle owner like me, you’ve probably caught yourself wondering whether you can share some of your favorite human snacks with your shelled companion. One question I encounter frequently in my veterinary practice is whether turtles can safely eat Cheerios. It’s understandable – these little O-shaped cereals seem harmless enough, and many pet…
If you’re like me and have a beloved pet turtle, you’ve probably found yourself wondering about the best foods to keep your shelled friend healthy and happy. One question I get asked frequently is whether turtles can eat mealworms, and if so, where’s the best place to get them. Let me share everything I’ve learned…
If you’re a turtle owner like me, you’ve probably wondered about expanding your pet’s diet beyond the usual vegetables and commercial turtle food. One question that comes up frequently in turtle care forums is whether our shelled friends can enjoy meat. It’s a natural curiosity, especially when you see your turtle eagerly approaching anything that…
If you’re a turtle owner like me, you’ve probably found yourself wondering whether you can share some of your favorite fruits with your shelled companion. I know I have! Bananas are such a common household fruit, and it’s natural to want to treat our pets to something sweet and nutritious. But when it comes to…
If you’re like me and have a pet turtle, I bet you’ve found yourself wondering if you can share some of your favorite snacks with your shelled companion. I know I have! Just last week, I was enjoying a crispy pickle and caught my turtle giving me those curious eyes. It got me thinking –…
If you’re a turtle owner like me, I know you’ve probably wondered about sharing some of your favorite fruits with your shelled companion. I’ve been there too – watching my turtle eye my snacks and wondering if it’s safe to offer a small piece. When it comes to kiwi fruit, this question becomes particularly important…
Pet turtles can safely eat a variety of vegetables as part of their healthy, balanced diet. But what about corn? This popular vegetable is a staple in many households, and you might wonder if it’s safe to share with your shelled companions. After all, corn contains natural sugars and starches that could potentially affect your…
Pet turtles can safely eat a variety of fruits as part of their balanced diet. But what about oranges? These citrus fruits are packed with vitamin C and natural sugars, but they’re also highly acidic. This raises important questions about whether oranges are safe for our shelled friends. So then, can turtles eat oranges? Yes,…
If you’re like me, you probably check your turtle’s shell often — especially during water changes or basking sessions. So when I first noticed a soft spot with a strange color on my red-eared slider’s plastron, I brushed it off as natural shedding. A few days later? That soft spot looked worse, had a foul…
When I first brought my turtle home, I obsessed over every detail—water temp, basking light, UVB, feeding schedule. But one thing I never thought to ask was, What happens when the lights go out? Does my turtle just sit there, blind in the dark? Does he need a nightlight to feel safe? So, I dug…
I still remember the first time I walked in and saw my turtle swimming like mad—darting back and forth, paddling against the glass like he was trying to escape. It wasn’t the calm, confident swimming I was used to. It was frantic. And honestly? It freaked me out. Was he scared? Sick? Angry? Bored? At…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably looked at a ripe, juicy tomato and wondered—can my turtle have a bite too? I mean, tomatoes are fruits, right? And they’re soft, colorful, and full of water. Seems like a nice little snack for our turtle friends. But before we go tossing tomatoes into their tank, let’s…
Hey there, fellow turtle lover. So, I was munching on some cantaloupe the other day, and my little turtle buddy gave me that look—you know, the “Can I have some too?” look. And that got me thinking, Can turtles even eat cantaloupe? And if they can, when is it safe for them to start? Let’s…