Long regarded as one of the longest-living pets you could ever own, turtles surprise many pet owners with how long they can live. Whether you have a red eared slider or a map turtle, these reptiles ...

New York City parrot shop owner Queron Romain gets over a dozen requests per month to re-home birds whose elderly owners have become sick. Other times, the birds outlive their owners altogether.

Turtles have lifespans that can surpass some humans, drawing awe as more and more people adopt the hard-shelled animals as ...

Thinking about getting a pet turtle? Great choice! Turtles are low-maintenance, fascinating, and can live for decades. Don’t be surprised if some live even longer than their owners. But before you ...

Q: Our son wants to adopt a turtle from his friend, who has become bored with his pet. Is there any reason not to agree? A: Pet turtles commonly carry Salmonella bacteria, which can cause bloody ...