Description

Discover the ultimate care guide for one of the most beloved North American reptiles — the three-toed box turtle.

Written by lifelong herpetologist and reptile educator Reed Ashcroft, Box Turtle Companion is your comprehensive, beginner-friendly, and expert-backed resource for raising happy, healthy box turtles in captivity.

Inside this detailed and easy-to-follow book, you'll learn:

✅ How to set up the perfect indoor or outdoor habitat
✅ What to feed your three-toed box turtle (and what to avoid)
✅ The truth about UVB lighting, humidity, and heating needs
✅ How to handle brumation, breeding, and ethical turtle ownership
✅ Common health issues and how to prevent or treat them
✅ Why releasing pet turtles is harmful — and what to do instead
✅ Fun facts, myth-busting, enrichment ideas, and more!

Whether you're brand new to reptile care or expanding your shelled family, this guide equips you with everything you need — including printable checklists, feeding trackers, and Reed's personal gear recommendations.

Perfect for turtle lovers, responsible pet owners, and curious keepers who want to give their box turtle the best life possible.