Turtles and Tortoises
"A fruitfly is ancient in 40 days, a mouse at 3 years, a horse at 30, a man at 100, and some species of tortoises not until [...]
Pick a Pet
“It is amazing how much love and laughter [pets] bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” ― John Grogan, [...]
Allergy-friendly Pets
While there are no guarantees any pet will be completely hypoallergenic, some species and breeds are better choices. Start with your doctor or allergist. Ask [...]
Preventing Salmonella Infections
We occasionally get questions from people worried about getting salmonella from birds or reptiles. Keeping your pets cage clean and washing your hands very well before and after you handle your animal can help prevent [...]
Andrew, Natalie and the Russian Tortoise
The tortoise totally beat the hare in the race for the hearts of Natalie and Andrew.
Helen visits Spur
Helen’s mom, Nisha, sent us this great photo of Helen visiting our sulcata tortoise, Spur. (Check out our Facebook Page to see an earlier picture Helen. It’s even better because it’s with me, Ernie, the [...]
Giant Tortoise Stolen from The Animal Store
Please help us find Spur. *Update: Spur was returned safely on July 4, 2011. In the wee hours this morning, we go a phone call at home — never a good sign. Someone had [...]
Turtle Joke of the Day
How do turtles pay for things? They shell out cash. At The Animal Store, all our pets accept cash, but we also accept personal checks with proper ID, as well as all major credit cards [...]
