Tortoises make wonderful pets, but they can easily become stressed if their environment or care routine is not quite right. These slow-moving reptiles need specific conditions to feel safe and thrive ...

If you live in a dry, warm climate, the Desert tortoise is an excellent choice. These guys are low-maintenance, hardy, and ...

Animal care officers took the tortoise to Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation in San Antonio, where the animal's owners reclaimed the reptile Alexandra Schonfeld is a features writer at PEOPLE. She has ...