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For some reason, we have to be reminded of stuff sometimes. In this case, it’s the CDC reminding us that kissing pet turtles is not a good idea. It turns out, there’s an 11-state outbreak of salmonella, and pet turtles are the actual source of the problem. If you have a turtle with a shell less than four inches chances are huge that you could get infected… plus it’s illegal.
Here’s how to prevent getting salmonella from your turtle:
- Wash your hand thoroughly after touching or feeding your pet turtle or touching its enclosure.
- Do not kiss or cuddle your pet turtle, also do not eat or drink around it. Make sure to keep the turtle out of areas that you eat or drink in.
- Have designated cleaning supplies for your pet turtle, and if you use sinks or tubs to clean the turtle or its accessories, make sure to disinfect the area thoroughly.
Source: News 5 Cleveland