As a pets, aquatic turtles are a great alternative to cats or dogs.  They are fascinating to watch, and many have attractive colors and markings, and interesting personalities. They can make great interactive pets. Read More

Lizards are one of the most popular pet reptiles and having one can be a unique and valuable experience. But it is also a great responsibility since they require a lot of care, even more than a snake. Read More

Unlike pets like dogs and cats, reptiles do not need “friends” or “companions”. They are not social animals, and in fact, most are solitary by nature. If they are going to want interaction of any kind, it is generally with their owner. Situations that involve repitles of the same species coming together in the wild generally involve mating or a larger one eating a smaller one. Read More

Reptiles are cold-blooded, but does that mean they’re cold-hearted, too? Experts aren’t exactly sure if reptiles have the ability to bond with humans or not. “Unlike domesticated dogs and cats, reptiles have retained their primitive characteristics,” says Adam Denish, VMD, a veterinarian at Rhawnhurst Animal Hospital in Philadelphia and Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Read More