Injured native species and pets alike deserve a second chance at life. We provide emergency treatment and rehabilitation to turtles struck on roads, bitten by dogs, and more. We use our resources to ensure that injured or abused turtles get the help that they need.

Turtle Rescue League gets calls from all over the country and North America, and we’re always happy to help. But we’re not always close to you, so we want to make it fast for you to find a licensed wildlife rehabilitator near you in an emergency.

Snapping turtles can be encouraged to cross the road using items such as gloves, a towel, stick, or cardboard. Alternatively, try using one of the below methods to pick up the turtle enough to …

We will take in many species if we have the space. The 3 species we will not accept are, Red Ear Sliders, Snapping Turtles, and Sulcata Tortoises. We will help you rehome them though if possible. Some Key Points: It is illegal to release your turtle into the wild for any reason. It can be extremely dangerous to our native turtles in many ways.

Do you have a turtle or tortoise and can no longer provide an appropriate home for it/them? We may be able to help. We understand that sometimes things don't work out as planned and being a facility dedicated to these animals, we try to help whenever we can to …

Our native freshwater turtles and their wetlands need you. We can save them by rescuing exotic pet turtles to prevent ecosystem invasion, caring for injured wild turtles, and cultivating love for our delightful turtles with educational programs that invite you to get active in their conservation.

Snapping turtles can be safely moved by coaxing them onto a car mat or towel and dragging it to the side of the road. NEVER pick up a snapper by the tail–you could seriously damage its spine.

Our Dancing Turtle wildlife rehabilitators, Jen and Debbie, agree that snapping turtles are among our favorite patients. Although extra care must be taken to avoid their powerful jaws when treating them, snapping turtles tend to be friendly and relaxed while recovering.

Sep 27, 2024 · The rescue provides aid and refuge to sick or injured turtles such as Cedar, who is among the 245 turtles currently in the rescue's care.

Snapping turtles may be pushed off the road with a stick, broom, or other object. If it is a snapping turtle, place one hand at the base of the tail and the other hand underneath the turtle.