Why keep a turtle? The benefits of keeping turtles:
Easy to Keep, Don’t Take Up Space
Unlike cats and dogs that run all over the house, little turtles are truly “so low-maintenance.” A small tank in a corner is their entire world. Whether you live in a small apartment or a school dormitory, a little turtle won’t take up your precious living space.
Worry-free and Effortless, A Quiet Companion
Unlike a dog, a little turtle will never “paw” at you early in the morning to get up for a walk. When you work late, binge-watch dramas, and just want to “lie flat and let it rot,” it will just quietly stay by your side, like an old friend who understands you.
Low Keeping Costs
Unlike freeze-dried cat food that can easily cost 80 to 100 RMB per kilogram, turtle food is cheap and a little goes a long way. A small turtle really doesn’t eat much. Occasional treats of small fish and shrimp aren’t expensive either. Whether you’re a “dirt-poor student” or a commuting office worker, the cost of keeping a turtle is completely manageable!
Extremely Tolerant to Hunger, Worry-free Travel
A short business trip? A spontaneous vacation? No need to panic at all! Turtles can go for weeks without eating. Just feed it well before you leave, and you can roam the world without a care, no longer having to worry sick about pet boarding.
Low-Cost Medical Care, Easy to Nurse
A single trip to the vet for a cat or dog can easily cost over a thousand RMB? That’s not an issue with turtles! Common minor ailments for turtles, like skin rot or a cold, can be treated at home with simple and cheap medication. As you learn, you might even become a “turtle-healing master,”with a sense of achievement that’s “completely maxed out”!
Friendly to People with Allergies
Little turtles have no fur, so they don’t shed or secrete allergens. You no longer have to worry about rhinitis flare-ups, sneezing, or the hassle of mopping and sweeping. It is quiet, and you are at ease.
Waste is Easy to Clean, No Odor
The waste of aquatic turtles is mostly in the water. With a filtration system, the water stays clean and odor-free. It’s 10,000 times more refreshing than training a cat or dog to use a designated toilet spot or dealing with a scene of bird droppings everywhere! The main appeal of keeping turtles is “being low-maintenance.”
Quiet and Therapeutic, Won’t Disturb Neighbors
Little turtles don’t have vocal cords and don’t make noise. They just quietly swim, sunbathe, daze off, and wait for you to feed them! Just watching them can calm your mind—something that people who keep turtles or fish all understand.
Cold-Blooded but Not Cold-Hearted, Can Be Affectionate Too
A little turtle doesn’t make a fuss, but every time you approach, it will quickly swim towards you. That feeling of being quietly remembered and anticipated is especially heart-warming.
Steadfast Companionship, Long Lifespan
You can buy a hatchling turtle for just a few or tens of RMB, but once you start raising it, it might accompany you through your youth, maturity, and even middle age. This is a quiet and steadfast companionship that spans across time.
If you’re also looking for a life companion that isn’t noisy but is incredibly therapeutic, a turtle might be the gentlest choice.
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Comments(2)
I found the long lifespan compelling! For those who’ve kept turtles for years, what’s a memorable moment you’ve shared?
@CriticX：That’s a wonderful observation, CriticX! The long lifespan of turtles truly makes them steadfast companions. We hope other turtle keepers will share their special memories here!