Turtle Question

[Katie x3]

I've had my turtle for about 3/4 years. She lives in her tank by herself. I've heard they are solitary animals, but I feel bad by having her be alone. I don't wanna get another turtle and have my first one die, which will put me in the same situation. Getting three is just way too much. Should I just not get another? Thanks

[Pet Pal]

I have 1 tortoise and 1 turtle. they both live fine by themselves. it is up to you if want another one.

[Jennicat]

What type of turtle do you have? Keep in mind that most turtles won't be able to stay in a tank for their entire lives, and if you do end up with two, you'll have to figure out a way to provide them with plenty of room!

[Arlette]

Having any pet is a responsability, and if you feel not okey having it alone is fine if you want to look for company for it. Be sure you can take care of them, decide what is the best solution but remember that is a responsability and that animal have rights like all humans in the word.

Take care.

Arlette

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[That_girl]

I've had my turtle for about 3/4 years. She lives in her tank by herself. I've heard they are solitary animals, but I feel bad by having her be alone. I don't wanna get another turtle and have my first one die, which will put me in the same situation. Getting three is just way too much. Should I just not get another? Thanks

What kind of turtle is yours? I would not suggest getting another one as turtles breed really easily, and there is a HUGE problem with people dumping their unwanted babies in lakes and rivers. If it's a red eared slider, you're going to want to check with the DNR in your state because there are laws that red eared sliders are not allowed to be sold under 4 inches. They are trying to discourage people from breeding them because they are outcompeting native species for food - thus contributing to the extinction of some other turtle species.

Turtles are not dogs, nor cats. They do not require company to live out their lives. Think about nature - if that turtle was born in a river, say the Mississippi - think of how big the area is and the chances of them meeting other turtles. It's not that great. Sure, you may see multiple turtles sitting on a rock or whatever, but they don't do it for company. They are competing for sunlight.