American Tortoise Rescue

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American Tortoise Rescue is a nonprofit founded in 1990 for the protection of all species of turtles and tortoises. We have rescued more than 3,000 since our inception. Foundlings that cannot be adopted because of ill health remain in the care of ATR for the remainder of their lives. ATR acts as a clearinghouse for information about turtle care. We work to abolish “live market” slaughter of turtles in the US, the cruel importation and exploitation of a variety of species and protecting the desert tortoise.

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Keep your Pets Safe During the Holidays

Wed, Dec 17, 2014 23:00 CET

Holiday Plant Safety from California Poison ControlAmerican Tortoise Rescue thanks California Poison Control for providing a "Holiday Plant Safety Tip Sheet" that can be used to keep turtles and tortoises, as well as any pets and small children safe during the holidays and after. Amaryllis (Hippeastrum spp.): This exotic plant from tropical America and Africa has brilliant-colored flowers and green strap-shaped leaves. A stomach-ache can occur if the bulb is eaten. Christmas Cactus: This is an old favorite during the holiday season. The arching, drooping

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