{"id":453,"date":"2023-06-09T15:26:17","date_gmt":"2023-06-09T15:26:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turtleparadise.co.uk\/?page_id=453"},"modified":"2023-06-09T15:32:11","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T15:32:11","slug":"when-purchasing-a-turtle","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/turtleparadise.co.uk\/when-purchasing-a-turtle\/","title":{"rendered":"When purchasing a turtle"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-11crg-30ad9ab3ec825dc2b99fae4c5ddda62a main_color avia-section-large avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-453'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-335q-a5a244209260cb57557051ed81e88f97\">\n#top .flex_column.av-335q-a5a244209260cb57557051ed81e88f97{\nmargin-top:0px;\nmargin-bottom:30px;\n}\n.flex_column.av-335q-a5a244209260cb57557051ed81e88f97{\nwidth:66.333333333333%;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_column.av-335q-a5a244209260cb57557051ed81e88f97{\nmargin-top:0px;\nmargin-bottom:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-335q-a5a244209260cb57557051ed81e88f97 av_two_third  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_one_third  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-li1henl1-7cc19b1f7f4a808f58b60b81e855fe09\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-li1henl1-7cc19b1f7f4a808f58b60b81e855fe09 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:17px;\ncolor:#1b1613;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-li1henl1-7cc19b1f7f4a808f58b60b81e855fe09 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock av_inherit_color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h1>When purchasing a turtle<\/h1>\n<p>When purchasing a turtle, there are several key factors to consider to ensure you bring home a healthy and thriving pet. Here&#8217;s a checklist of things to look for:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-yrjm-e704e2b89196d4786e41c9045e7f49f6\">\n#top .flex_column.av-yrjm-e704e2b89196d4786e41c9045e7f49f6{\nmargin-top:0px;\nmargin-bottom:30px;\n}\n.flex_column.av-yrjm-e704e2b89196d4786e41c9045e7f49f6{\nwidth:32.666666666667%;\nmargin-left:1%;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_column.av-yrjm-e704e2b89196d4786e41c9045e7f49f6{\nmargin-top:0px;\nmargin-bottom:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-yrjm-e704e2b89196d4786e41c9045e7f49f6 av_one_third  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_two_third  el_before_av_two_third  flex_column_div  '     ><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-likg4i5h-4d15437448206547c41890e0f812eb15 sc-av_two_third av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-likg4i5h-4d15437448206547c41890e0f812eb15\">\n#top .flex_column_table.av-equal-height-column-flextable.av-likg4i5h-4d15437448206547c41890e0f812eb15{\nmargin-top:0px;\nmargin-bottom:30px;\n}\n.flex_column.av-likg4i5h-4d15437448206547c41890e0f812eb15{\nwidth:66%;\nmargin-left:0;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n#top .flex_column_table.av-equal-height-column-flextable.av-likg4i5h-4d15437448206547c41890e0f812eb15 .av-flex-placeholder{\nwidth:2%;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-likg4i5h-4d15437448206547c41890e0f812eb15 av_two_third  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_one_third  el_before_av_one_third  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-likg40iw-7c10439ddc42689db281f7e9e7df4ed9\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-likg40iw-7c10439ddc42689db281f7e9e7df4ed9 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:17px;\ncolor:#1b1613;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-likg40iw-7c10439ddc42689db281f7e9e7df4ed9 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock av_inherit_color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ol>\n<li>Clean Environment: Assess the cleanliness of the turtle&#8217;s habitat. Dirty water, unsanitary conditions, or overcrowding can lead to stress and make turtles more susceptible to diseases.<\/li>\n<li>Active and Alert Behaviour: Look for turtles that are actively swimming and not lethargic. Lively and alert behavior is indicative of a healthy turtle.<\/li>\n<li>Body Condition: Examine the turtle&#8217;s body for any signs of extreme weight fluctuation. Avoid turtles with excessive fat rolls around their neck or legs, as well as those that appear emaciated. The shell should be hard and free from cracks, while the skin should be devoid of scrapes, cuts, or other defects.<\/li>\n<li>Tail Area: Check the tail area for bite marks, swelling, or signs of parasites. These issues can indicate health problems or poor living conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Healthy Eyes: Inspect the turtle&#8217;s eyes, which should be clear, clean, and wide open. Opaque, closed, crusty, or weeping eyes are signs of potential illness or infection.<\/li>\n<li>Respiratory Health: Watch for any signs of respiratory infection, such as saliva coming from the mouth or nose, or the turtle blowing bubbles. These symptoms should be taken seriously and may require immediate veterinary attention.<\/li>\n<li>Movement and Swimming Ability: A healthy turtle should move and swim with grace. In the case of musk turtles, they may exhibit a more panicky swimming style, which is characteristic of their species.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>By carefully observing these aspects when selecting a turtle, you can increase the chances of bringing home a vibrant and disease-free pet. 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