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Frequently Asked Questions
The following are questions that we are often asked. Simply click a question to see the answer.
- Can GCTTS babysit my turtle while I'm out of town?
- Isn't it against the law to sell turtles that are smaller than 4 inches? I have seen baby turtles for sale. What gives?
- I would like to let my native water turtle hibernate, but my pond is only about a foot deep. Will this be successful?
- I have a turtle living in a tank inside. It recently stopped eating and acts sluggish. Is it hibernating?
- I have had water turtles together in an aquarium for some time, but suddenly one of them is acting very aggressive. Why?
- My box turtle has developed very long toenails (or long beak). How can they be safely trimmed?
- How much does a turtle cost? Can I buy a Turtle from the GCTTS?
- Can you help me identify my turtle or tortoise?
- I just found a turtle and I think it's some kind of water turtle. It isn't hurt and doesn't look sick. Can I release it?
- I've had my turtle for several years and would like to return it to the wild. How can I release my captive turtle?