Each turtle that I hang out with has their own set of needs and just as Alex Jason from Mythbusters reminds us, “The Only Difference Between Screwing Around and Science Is Writing It Down”.

I keep extensive notes that document everything that I can think of including whether or not I was pooped on that day.

Franklin was the very first turtle who had to deal with my health check-ups but he got used to them quickly.

To read more about Franklin’s time at the stockyards and enjoy some lovely turtle pictures, click the link below. You will be re-directed to a link within this website.