Originally Posted by HappyMomma

I ended up getting rid of mine because of the arrival of my daughter...

Reptiles such as turtles, snakes and lizards are becoming increasingly popu-lar as pets, but they harbor Salmonella bacteria that can make life miserable for humans. The bacteria cause salmonellosis, an infection of the human intestinal tract that usually manifests itself as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever and sometimes vomiting. In rare cases, it can be life- threatening.

If You Touch A Turtle, Wash Your Hands!