Torn on which tortoise - healthy adoption or Craigslist rescue

[MrMarg&me]

All beings deserve to be respected and treated with dignity. Nothing exists only for the pleasure of someone else. Animals are a great way to demonstrate this truth for children. But they must have the guidance of a wise adult.

 

[Sticky Feets]

Sounds like your daughter is young enough for you to still have to be the main caretaker. Get a pet only if YOU are committed to caring for it for the rest of its life, or until your child is old enough to take over the responsibility. But if your daughter "outgrows" her new shiny tortoise, you'll have to step up and it might end up being yours forever. I'm all for parents getting exotic pets for their kids, but they need to keep in mind that until their child can pay for its expenses, technically that pet is still under the responsibility of the parent. Good luck with whatever you decide! Glad you came here first before getting a tort.

 

[Bee62]

Sounds like your daughter is young enough for you to still have to be the main caretaker. Get a pet only if YOU are committed to caring for it for the rest of its life, or until your child is old enough to take over the responsibility. But if your daughter "outgrows" her new shiny tortoise, you'll have to step up and it might end up being yours forever. I'm all for parents getting exotic pets for their kids, but they need to keep in mind that until their child can pay for its expenses, technically that pet is still under the responsibility of the parent. Good luck with whatever you decide! Glad you came here first before getting a tort.

I totally agree with you !