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Question: turtle in chicago

generalist — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:37:18 -0800

Turtle in Chicago

I want to get a turtle. Where's a good pet shop in Chicago that sells turtles? (I promise I will be a good turtle owner. Currently researching turtle care).

By: lester's sock puppet

lester's sock puppet — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:55:06 -0800

quite simple:

http://www.reptileswap.com/

By: xbonesgt

xbonesgt — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:56:09 -0800

Are there any reptile or exotic animal expos coming to town anytime soon? I got my tortoise at one of those. You'll find a much wider selection of animals than you will at chain stores, and the animals are (usually) as well cared for as they would be at a local reputable pet store.

By: inigo2

inigo2 — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:03:03 -0800

This link might help with your turtle-care research.

By: lester's sock puppet

lester's sock puppet — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:06:59 -0800

Happy Turtle is a great message board for turtle owners.

By: limeswirltart

limeswirltart — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:12:13 -0800

Chicago has both the Chicago Turtle Club and the Chicago Herpetological Society. They should know some good local shops.

By: roofus

roofus — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 02:19:16 -0800

For animal welfare reasons the done thing among turtle/tortoise enthusiasts in the UK is to buy your turtle/tortoise direct from a reputable breeder, rather than use a petshop. Message boards / forums have to be the way to go.