*TIVA
Turtle · 2 Years 2 Months · Female · Small · Fairbanks, AK
Notes from Fairbanks North Start Borough Animal Control
Tiva (A142828) is a 2-year-old Mexican Ornate Slider turtle who weighed 1.4 pounds on intake! 07/21/26 This big, beautiful turtle is Tiva! Tiva was surrendered to the shelter because her owner was moving and finding it difficult to transport her to their next location. Tiva has been receiving treatment for shell rot, but has been cleared for adoption! It is recommended that she continues to receive optimal husbandry, and to gently remove loose scutes (part of the shell) as needed to assist with normal shedding. It is important to keep a close eye out for soft spots or discoloration and follow up with your vet as needed. If you are unfamiliar with turtle care requirements we encourage you to do the research before adopting. Tiva enjoys her soaking time but also loves her basking time! Tiva is also quite the foody and enjoys her snick snacks! If you are interested in meeting Tiva, please let us know!
About *TIVA
Home and care
- Coat
- Medium
As listed by Fairbanks North Start Borough Animal Control. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.
What happens next
- Contact Fairbanks North Start Borough Animal Control using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
- They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
- Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Fairbanks North Start Borough Animal Control, never to AdoptNearby.
- Read the reptiles care guide so you arrive prepared.