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It is clear that many animals – especially domestic animals like dogs and cats — live long, healthy, and happy lives as pets. But many people wonder if the same can be said of exotic, non-domesticated species, such as tortoises.

Slow-moving and unbothered by the world around them, giant tortoises are undeniably charming. I have my own childhood memories of the giant tortoise living at my local pet store—a creature that is probably still alive today. Social media has allowed

It’s sometimes easy to forget that a tortoise is an exotic pet. You may not need to walk a tortoise every day or change its litter box, but you’re still committing to daily care for, hopefully, many, many years to

Tortoises are renowned for their remarkable longevity. In fact, the Aldabra Giant tortoise has a reputation for being the longest-living land animal. Native to the Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles, these ancient creatures are known to live well over 100

Tortoises have exploded in popularity over the last decade or two.  Years ago, hobbyists would have considered themselves lucky to see a single wild-caught tortoise for sale at the local pet store. But these days, modern reptile lovers have access

I obviously love tortoises and think they make great companions, but there’s a lot you need to know before welcoming one into your home. Perhaps the most important thing to understand is that not all tortoises make good pets. Some

All tortoises are not created equal… At least not when it comes to adopting one as a pet. There are dozens of different tortoise species on the planet, many of which make excellent companions. Choosing the right species will ensure