Jonath’s Animal Kingdom
Turtle Care Newcastle
Pet care, quality supplies & specialist advice. Serving the greater Newcastle area from two great locations!
TIME FOR TURTLES
Practical Care for Turtles
At Jonath’s Animal Kingdom, we make turtle care in Newcastle simple, even if your tank gets a bit messy. We help local owners set up clean, balanced habitats for freshwater turtles of all sizes. Whether you’re housing hatchlings or upgrading an adult enclosure, we stock the gear to make life easier for you and your turtle. From filters and heaters to basking lamps, feeding platforms and calcium supplements, everything we carry is chosen with real-world care in mind.
Call 02 4023 2575 or stop by to talk turtle setups with someone who knows their way around a messy tank.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do pet turtles need in their tank?
A well-set-up turtle tank should include both land and water areas, allowing your turtle to swim, bask, and rest comfortably. Key components include a water filter to manage waste, a basking platform with access to UVB lighting, and a heater to maintain appropriate water temperature (typically 24–28°C for freshwater species). Use a safe substrate like river rocks or bare-bottom tanks to avoid ingestion risks. Include thermometers, water conditioners, and hiding places for enrichment and stress reduction.
How often should you clean a turtle tank?
Turtle tanks need regular maintenance due to the high waste output of most species. Spot-clean daily to remove uneaten food and droppings. Conduct partial water changes (about 25%) weekly, and do a full clean of the tank, filter, and accessories monthly. Using a strong canister or submersible filter will reduce the frequency of deep cleans but won’t eliminate the need entirely. Clean water is critical to preventing shell rot, respiratory infections, and other health problems in turtles.
What do turtles eat and how often should they be fed?
Pet turtles are typically omnivores, with diets that vary by species and age. A balanced turtle diet often includes commercial pellets, leafy greens (like kale and dandelion), and protein sources such as worms, crickets, or fish. Hatchlings should be fed daily, while adult turtles usually eat every second day. Always remove uneaten food after feeding to prevent water contamination, and consider calcium supplements or cuttlebone to support healthy shell development.
HABITAT SET UP
Tidy Tanks & Happy Shells
Turtles need both water and land, plus the right lighting, temperature and filtration to stay healthy. We stock high-output filters, UVB lamps, water heaters, tank thermometers, cuttlebone, basking docks and safe substrate to suit a range of setups. Feeding options include pellets, greens, and supplements to support shell strength and digestion. We also carry cleaning tools, siphons and water conditioners to help manage waste and bacteria. And yes, we’ve got the gear to keep that water clean, too. Whether you're doing a spot clean or a full change, we’ll help you get the balance right.
