GardenStateTortoise
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World's Strangest Snapping Turtle… and He's Utterly Adorable! 📌 Meet one of the most extraordinary snapping turtles we’ve ever encountered. We haven’t officially settled on a name for this little guy just yet, but so many of you left some fantastic suggestions on Sunday’s YouTube video introducing him. Now, let’s address something important. Yes, he has significant physical deformities, but he has also managed to survive well beyond the most fragile stages of his life. He’s strong, growing, eating enthusiastically, and showing us that he’s quite capable of enjoying life despite his unusual anatomy. Based on his calm disposition, behavior, appetite, and overall condition, we have no reason at this time to believe he’s living in constant pain. Of course, we’ll continue monitoring his health and quality of life closely. And if you’re wondering whether an animal with deformities this significant should be euthanized, please understand something very important. His appearance alone is not an indication that his life should end. Nobody can determine an animal’s quality of life simply by looking at it, and such decisions must be based on a careful assessment of its actual health and welfare. His well-being will always come first, and we will never allow someone’s discomfort with his appearance to determine his future. Being different does not automatically mean suffering, and a physical deformity is not, by itself, a reason to end a life. We’re incredibly grateful to have this remarkable little turtle in our care, and we hope you’ll give him the same chance to win your heart that he’s already had with ours.
GardenStateTortoise851,200 次观看 • 2 天前
This Is a Surviving Conjoined Twin Turtle! 😳 Flip continues to amaze us every single day. Our surviving conjoined twin is swimming incredibly well, fully submerging, basking, begging for food, and eating like an absolute pig. The area where Flip was once connected to Flop is healing beautifully, and even the pinched area of the plastron (bottom shell) is beginning to straighten out. We’re taking baby steps, never rushing anything, and allowing Flip to progress at a comfortable pace. We’re incredibly hopeful that this remarkable little survivor will be with us for many years to come. And don’t forget about Nemo! Our little diamondback terrapin with the tiny front leg is also doing fantastic as Flip’s tank buddy. As for Plip and Plop, our NEW set of conjoined twin diamondback terrapins, they’re also doing well so far. Every day is important with these extraordinary animals, and we’re cautiously optimistic about their future. Thank you all for caring so much about these little turtles. We’ll continue keeping everyone updated on their progress!
GardenStateTortoise55,100 次观看 • 1 个月前
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