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This article was co-written by Pippa Elliott, MRCVS. Dr. Elliott is a veterinarian with over thirty years of experience. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 and worked as a veterinary surgeon for 7 years. Then, Dr. Elliott worked as a veterinarian in a clinic for over a decade.
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Turtles are considered the cutest of all reptiles. Thanks to this feature, they are often kept as pets. However, turtles really don’t like being touched and petted like other pets in the house. [1] X Research Sources[2] X Research Sources This makes cuddling them a bit more complicated. For those of you who have turtles/baby turtles, this article will detail how to cuddle without harming them.
Steps
Cuddling turtles
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Approach from the front. If the turtle can’t see you and suddenly a strange hand appears, they will get scared and bite you. Always approach the turtle from the front so they can see you.
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Place the turtle on a flat, low surface. Turtles are most receptive to human interaction when they feel safe and secure, so it’s a good idea to place your turtle on the floor (brick floor is better than carpet) when petting them.
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Stroking the top of the head. Gently run your finger over the center of the turtle’s head, being careful not to touch the turtle’s nose/eyes. [3] X Research Sources
- If your turtle repeatedly turns its head up and opens its mouth, it’s trying to let you know that it doesn’t like you touching its head.
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Stroking the chin and cheeks. Use your fingers to rub gently under the turtle’s chin and along its cheekbones. [4] X Research Sources
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Turtle neck massage. Once the turtle trusts its owner, you can massage the turtle’s neck without causing it to retract its head into its shell. [5] X Research Sources
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Stroking the turtle shell. Turtles can feel through their shells. So you can stroke the turtle’s shell in circles at a slow pace or run your fingers in a straight line along the length of the shell. [6] X Research Source
- Another way to stroke the shell with your fingers is to gently rub a toothbrush or other fine-bristled brush along the top of the shell.
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Cuddle the turtle in your lap. Another way to cuddle turtles is to connect with them by allowing them to crawl on top of you or sit on your lap. Just make sure they don’t fall out. [7] X Research Sources
- Turtles will urinate when you pick them up, so you should be careful when picking them up.
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Be persistent. Turtles don’t always like to be cuddled, but the more you touch them, the more accustomed they will become to human interaction. [8] X Research Sources
- Turtles associate their owners with food, so you can reward them when they let you cuddle. [9] X Research Source
Touching the turtle’s body
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Risk awareness. Turtles are not dangerous animals capable of harming humans. However, a few species of turtles, especially alligator turtles, are capable of causing painful and potentially harmful bites. In addition, turtles can transmit some dangerous diseases to humans. Turtle skin is often contaminated with salmonella bacteria that makes people very sick. [10] X Research Source
- It is not possible to wash the salmonella bacteria off the turtle’s skin.
- Children should not be allowed to touch turtles without supervision.
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Patient. Owning a pet turtle does not mean that the turtle is a domesticated animal. Unlike some cats and dogs who naturally develop affections for humans, turtles tend to be wary of humans with hesitation and fear. For this reason, you need to be patient with your turtle. Turtles take a long time to recognize and trust you as their owner. [11] X Research Source
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Touch carefully. Turtles seem strong and sturdy thanks to their shells. However, the externally exposed turtle’s legs and head are vulnerable if the turtle is not handled appropriately. Some tips here are:
- Try to avoid lifting or touching the turtle unless necessary. When you need to lift a small tortoise, you can place your palm under its bib (or lower shell/belly) and make sure its feet can touch your hand. In the wild, turtles don’t spend much time off the ground. Putting your hand under the turtle will make them feel more comfortable. [12] X Research Source
- Always lift the turtle from the back and never from the front. Turtles are unpredictable animals and lifting them from the front makes them more likely to bite you. Turtles can urinate when picked up, and that’s why you should wear gloves when handling them. [13] X Research Source
- Do not place the turtle on the edge of a high surface. They are not always aware of their surroundings and can crawl over the edge of a surface and fall painfully. [14] X Research Source
- As a general rule, you shouldn’t touch a turtle’s legs or claws.
- You need to remember that turtle shells are not invincible. Some turtles have soft shells that are easily scratched or damaged, leading to fungal infections. Even turtles with hard shells are at risk of damage or breakage, so you should be extra careful. [15] X Research Source
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Consider the ambient temperature. Turtles will be active, alert, and receptive when they feel warm. Cold turtles are more likely to avoid external stimuli because they are not entirely sure what is happening around them. The best time to cuddle or touch turtles is after they’re in the sun or under a warm lamp. [16] X Research Source
- Turtles need exposure to sunlight, not just heating lamps or artificial sunlight. Lack of sunlight can lead to metabolic bone diseases, mainly bone breakdown in turtles. [17] X Research Source
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Understand how turtles communicate. Turtles are not very social animals. However, there are a few physical signs that they are not in the mood for human contact. Signs include:
- Hissing
- Sit motionless and open your mouth
- Withdraw people into tomorrow
- Has the act of snapping or biting
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Practice proper hygiene. Always wash your hands after touching turtles, as their skin diseases can be harmful to humans. Most experts recommend wearing gloves when handling turtles, although this would not be true for the purpose of cuddling a turtle. Also, you need to remember that turtles spend most of their time in dust and dirty water, so you should wash them before exposure.
Warning
- Do not attempt to touch or pet wild turtles.
- Unless you are a trained professional, you should not keep crocodile turtles. This turtle has a very strong bite and can be quite aggressive.
- Turtles are not pets that like to be touched all the time. Some turtles will spend their entire lives with their owners but still won’t be receptive to human affection.
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This article was co-written by Pippa Elliott, MRCVS. Dr. Elliott is a veterinarian with over thirty years of experience. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 and worked as a veterinary surgeon for 7 years. Then, Dr. Elliott worked as a veterinarian in a clinic for over a decade.
This article has been viewed 21,028 times.
Turtles are considered the cutest of all reptiles. Thanks to this feature, they are often kept as pets. However, turtles really don’t like being touched and petted like other pets in the house. [1] X Research Sources[2] X Research Sources This makes cuddling them a bit more complicated. For those of you who have turtles/baby turtles, this article will detail how to cuddle without harming them.
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