While the company of a pet can bring joy and uninhibited love, they can also carry health risks upon close contact. Here are 7 common diseases you can catch from pets and ways to protect yourself.

A large sea turtle got a little turned around on Jupiter Island last month, the Fish and Wildlife Commission said.

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MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - A new Vermont law banning the sale of a popular species of pet turtles is now in effect.

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking ...

Younger turtles between about 7 to 10 years old usually need a larger share of animal-sourced foods. The percentage of animal and vegetable foods your pet turtle needs depends on their species.

Despite their prevalence among pet owners, many may not know what makes the reptile's diet. After being on Earth for over 200 million years, turtles have had plenty of time to determine what they ...