I have two red eared sliders that will probably outgrow their current tank soon. I don't have room for a larger tank, and will need to give them away or set them free. Honestly, setting them free makes me uncomfortable since I question the ability of a captive turtle to survive in a natural environment. I would prefer giving them to a person or group that is in a better position to care for them. Any suggestions on what my options might be?
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Do a search for your local reptile rescue group they would be the best to help with rehoming.
http://www.artrsaquaticsandanimals.co.uk...
Heres my opinion..why in the world did you get them in the first place? Did you think they would stay small? Its people like you that create so many problems for animals. You make a snap decision to get an animal, without thinking it through, and when things don't work out, the animal becomes someone Else's problem.Its called lack of responsibility for an animal. A pet, any kind of pet is a commitment on your part. If you are not willing to give what it takes to care for any animal for the rest of its life, then leave it be. And turning it loose is not the answer. Many states have outlawed the sale of these turtles because of that one reason...people buy them because they are so cute and tiny, never giving one thought to the fact that they get bigger, and need more care, and a larger tank, so what the hell...I don't want them anymore, so I'll just turn them loose. At least take the responsibility to find them a good home with someone who doesn't mind giving them what they need. And next time you decide to get a pet, think it through first!
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