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Almost half of the people in these outbreaks were children under the age of 5. This can spread Salmonella germs to your mouth and make you sick. Keep your turtle out of your kitchen and other areas where you eat, store, or prepare food.
Keep things clean Clean all of your turtle supplies while you are outside the house, if possible. Supplies include tanks, toys, and feeders. Use a laundry sink or bathtub, and thoroughly clean and disinfect the area right after.
Releasing pets into the wild can disrupt wildlife and may be prohibited by law in certain states. If you are thinking of getting a pet turtle: Do not buy small turtles with shells less than 4 inches long. A federal law external icon bans the sale of these small turtles. However, many people in these outbreaks had contact with small turtles.
Small turtles are sometimes sold illegally as pets via online retailers and at pet stores, flea markets, and roadside stands. Purchase or adopt pet turtles from reputable pet stores or pet rescues. Reputable pet stores do not sell small turtles with shells less than 4 inches long. Ask the store or rescue if they have any tips on how to stay healthy around pet turtles and prevent getting sick from Salmonella.
Pick the right pet for your family. Pet turtles are not recommended for households with people at higher risk of getting severely ill. Regular water changes for aquatic turtles should be part of your regular maintenance.
Do not suck on any hoses to get siphons started! This will increase your chance of coming into contact with Salmonella. After handling tank water, be sure to wash your hands and clean your equipment. In recent years, the concept of Salmonella -free turtles was introduced, where Salmonella bacteria are eradicated from turtle eggs, resulting in Salmonella -free hatchlings.
However, studies have shown that previously Salmonella -free turtles may eventually test positive for Salmonella. And remember, a negative test does not mean the turtle is assumed Salmonella- negative! It just means they are not currently shedding any bacteria. Veterinary treatment of Salmonella in asymptomatic turtles using antibiotics is unsuccessful and are not treated unless clinical signs are present and a culture and sensitivity test has been performed.
Therefore, do not waste your money on these "bacteria-free" strains. The idea of buying Salmonella -free turtles only give owners a false sense of security. Even if you have a Salmonella positive turtle, which you most likely do, the risk of catching it is minimal if you take good care of your turtle and practice basic hygiene.
For more information about Salmonella and reptiles, visit the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians. They have resources for pet owners and veterinarians concerning Salmonella infections in reptiles.
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