If you are looking for a pet that can accompany you for a long time without causing you too much trouble, then a tortoise is definitely your first choice! Despite their slow movements, turtles are actually interesting and adaptable animals. Today, let me tell you the five major benefits of raising turtles. I believe you will be excited after reading this!

1. Eat less to survive

Did you know? Turtles eat really little. Compared with dogs who need to be walked every day and cats who need to shovel poop every day, turtles are simply a "worry-saver". They don’t need you to feed them frequently, and even if you sometimes forget to feed them when you are busy, they can rely on their own storage capacity for a day or two. For those who are pet owners for the first time or want to save worry and effort, this is great news!

2. Live long and stay with you till old age

Turtles are famous for their longevity. do you know? Some species of turtles can live for decades or even centuries! This is no joke, imagine, it may accompany you from a young boy to a gray-haired man. In the journey of life, it is such a warm thing to have such a long-lasting companion!

3. Recognize the owner and be loyal

Although turtles are usually slow and silent, they actually understand in their hearts! As long as you are really nice to them, they will definitely recognize you and even become dependent on you. Whenever you get close to them, they will swim towards you impatiently, as if telling you: "Master, you are back!" This feeling of being needed and relied on really warms people's hearts.

4. Quiet and clean

If you live in a place where you need If you want to stay in a quiet environment, or you just like a quiet person, then a turtle is definitely an ideal pet for you. They don't bark like dogs, nor do they create "surprises" like cats from time to time. They stay there quietly, as if to say: "I am here, quietly accompanying you." Moreover, the excrement of turtles is relatively small, and it is very convenient to take care of.

5. Character and uniqueness

Every turtle has its own unique character. Some turtles are lively and active and like to swim around in the water; others are calm and reserved and prefer to stay quietly in corners. This diversity makes each turtle unique. You can get to know them better by observing their habits and preferences. This interactive process is also one of the joys of raising pets.

In general, raising turtles is really a worry-free and interesting thing. Not only are they easy to raise, they live a long life and stay with you for a long time, they are loyal to their owners, they are quiet, clean and tidy, and they also have unique personalities. If you also want to find a pet that can accompany you for a long time without causing you too much trouble, you might as well consider a tortoise! Although they cannot wag their tails to welcome you home like a dog, nor can they jump into your arms and act cute like a cat, they will accompany you through every ordinary and warm day in their own unique way.

Okay, okay, after talking about so many benefits of raising turtles, are you starting to get excited? If you have any questions about raising turtles or want to know more knowledge and anecdotes about turtles, don’t forget to follow me! From time to time, I will share tips on raising turtles, interesting anecdotes, interactive activities, etc. Let’s become “turtle friends” together!