When many families start to think about a good starter pet, a turtle often comes to mind. At first glance, owning one seems pretty simple. Get an enclosure, clean water, and a light, and let them do ...

Public health officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of salmonella linked to small turtles, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced. Twenty-six cases in 11 states – ...

A salmonella outbreak in 11 states has been linked to small turtles, the CDC announced last week. Twenty-six people have fallen ill from the bacteria, including residents in California, Illinois, ...

WASHINGTON (7News) — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a Salmonella outbreak linked to pet turtles that have made at least 15 people sick and five hospitalized in 11 ...

Pet owners love their animals so much they sometimes will plant a kiss on them. The cuteness of puppies, kittens, hamsters and even turtles is hard to resist. But, turtle owners should be more ...