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Weird Question..

Is it safe to have a pet turtle while pregnant or around the baby?
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9121436 tn?1407979502
I have one. He doesnt leave his tank though. He's so cute!!!...
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^^^ agreed.. washing your hands religiously after handling it and when you change the cage bedding ...and I wouldn't let a baby hold it for the same reason...
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Turtles can carry salmonella so its best to wash your hands thoroughly and I wouldn't let the child play with the turtle.
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8765505 tn?1399764936
Omg I had to bump this .... for some odd reason the last two weeks I really want a terrapin !
Lol
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