Lucky European Tortoise Found Walking the Streets in America! + More Tortoise Rescues

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  • Опубликовано: 3 фев 2024
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    We’re hitting the road in this one to drive 500 miles for tortoises! Five different tortoises of 4 different species are in need of a new home and we’ve answered the call. Join us on a road trip as we accept each animal and learn its amazing story.
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    Who is Garden State Tortoise?
    However you made it here, thank you and welcome to Garden State Tortoise. Garden State Tortoise is home to hundreds of animals from all around the world. We are a family dedicated to adventure, conservation of wildlife, and all things nature. We are a reptile rescue and breeding facility for more than ten years, offering refuge to those who need it, and working everyday to protect the beautiful world of reptiles in any way we can. Here on our RUclips channel you will be able to join us on our animal adventures while learning how to care for, protect, properly identify, feed and even breed many species of turtle, tortoise, snake and lizard. We even work with frogs and salamanders! We hope you enjoy our videos and help us share them with the world so we can continue to educate people of all ages about herpetology.
    Chris and Casey Leone
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  • @GardenStateTortoise
    @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +11

    Hey everyone,
    Just a reminder that we now have brand new merchandise available in the store tab at the top of our channel. Better designs (all made by casey) and better quality stuff. Every dime goes back into our work with the very animals you see in these videos. Thank you for even considering it.
    ❤ Chris & Casey

    • @Grace-pm1gh
      @Grace-pm1gh 4 месяца назад +2

      Is it possible that you can make a video about Russian Tortoise care. I am planning on getting one soon and have no idea what to do!!!

    • @blasttyrant3228
      @blasttyrant3228 2 месяца назад

      @@Grace-pm1gh I second this!

  • @julierobertson148
    @julierobertson148 4 месяца назад +102

    The young girl and her mother REALLY impressed me. The mother was invested and supportive of her daughter's interest. They did research, invested time and money, and love (for each other and the tortoise) TOGETHER, and that little perfect tortoise is the result. All you parents out there, take note.

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +21

      100%. We were blown away.

    • @heatherculverhouse2075
      @heatherculverhouse2075 4 месяца назад +3

      Gee I wish my parents would do the same

    • @sharim
      @sharim 4 месяца назад +7

      It made me so sad that she had to give up Sheldon. 😢

    • @EyeSeeThruYou
      @EyeSeeThruYou 4 месяца назад +4

      It's too bad the tortoise couldn't stay with them, they clearly loved that tortoise 😢

  • @afungiwholikesturtles4676
    @afungiwholikesturtles4676 4 месяца назад +27

    What a feeling when you go to pick up a tort and he or she is in great condition

  • @annah8380
    @annah8380 4 месяца назад +44

    That is so awesome you are able to take those tortoises! You could tell how much their families loved them. It is so sad when an animal has to be rehomed! You give those families peace of mind. 💗

  • @yinergyyoga5022
    @yinergyyoga5022 4 месяца назад +24

    I screamed when I saw you rescued the marginated! Thank you for rescuing him. I have had mine for 11 years. He is a male and has the absolute best personality.

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +5

      Male Margie’s truly are amazing.

    • @emmasmart6112
      @emmasmart6112 3 месяца назад

      My male is 7 and he was lovely and sweet until he turned 5 year old. So bold and thinks he’s head of the house. We nickname him little Hitler. He takes over any room he’s in and invades and rams you out.

  • @Calamity_Jen85
    @Calamity_Jen85 4 месяца назад +18

    That kid and her momma did an amazing job 👏🏼 I was that kid once, too. Now, here I am…25 years in wildlife rehabilitation…pooped on by every type of animal in North America…haven’t slept through the night in a decade….and I still think every animal (turtles most of all) is a miracle. I hope her parents continue to foster her love of animals, we’re gonna need kids like that for the future! 😌👏🏼🩶

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +3

      Hats off to you!

    • @chezmoi42
      @chezmoi42 4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks so much for your work! People who help wild animals are heroes.

    • @KxNOxUTA
      @KxNOxUTA 4 месяца назад +2

      Please sleep though. If you must, consider whacking your brain with "Resting is your responsibility towards society and the medical stuff who'll have their hands full with you otherwise" 🥲 Helpers needing help is too common. We've all gotta step up our game. Don't ya go neglecting yourself. Sleep is the one thing that is - unlike really everything else - not negotiable for the body. I kid you not. Sleep scientists have found that the effect of even 24 hours without sleep (aka never mind chronic lack of sleep) has really massive effects on our whole body, including really SERIOUS reduction of our immune system.
      Can't have that! Please make your next project to organize things in a way and get enough help so sleep work out!! 😓

    • @Calamity_Jen85
      @Calamity_Jen85 4 месяца назад +1

      @@GardenStateTortoise hats off to the little girl and her mom, and to you guys! It takes all of us to help the critters and varmints 😊👏🏼

  • @loriw2661
    @loriw2661 4 месяца назад +18

    More turtles that hit the lottery by finding their way to Garden State! I want to thank the former keepers of these beautiful animals for loving them so much that they wanted the absolute best for them. 🐢❤️🐢

  • @celtzen
    @celtzen 4 месяца назад +8

    After seeing some of the turtles you've taken in and the condition they were in - it was so nice to see this group who all looked so healthy and happy... I have to admit I'm now rather in love with Lucky- there is just such sweet old guy energy to him! Through watching your videos I've really realised how personable and individual these guys can be and I love it! Thank you for taking care of all these lovely critters! Looking forward to baby season - they are so dang cute! Take care

  • @jeanninelockridge5235
    @jeanninelockridge5235 4 месяца назад +11

    It's so sad to see owners that obviously love their animals have to give them up. It's awesome you were able to take them. Thank you.

  • @jerseycat7380
    @jerseycat7380 4 месяца назад +9

    🎵And I would drive 500 miles and I would drive 500 more ~ Just to pick up all the tortoises and bring them back here through our door 🎵

  • @ArtThatElevatesTheSoul
    @ArtThatElevatesTheSoul 4 месяца назад +10

    I love what you do and Sun is my "turtle day" to watch your videos. Since I have a tort that's been with me for 62 years (yes found him when I was 11 years old!) it's sad to see people who must part with the pets they love but at least they end up in a great home. All of us who have torts we love, hats off to you!

  • @armynurseshark
    @armynurseshark 4 месяца назад +4

    Thanks! Wonderful Sunday video!!

  • @MamaJ1997
    @MamaJ1997 4 месяца назад +12

    Thank you,Chris and Casey, for all you do for these beautiful creatures! They are all wonderful, but I’d have to say, Mr. Lucky is my favorite of this video. He has such a beautiful shell! I just love cute little old men😂

  • @phionella7
    @phionella7 4 месяца назад +12

    What a heartwarming episode. 3 stops, 4 difficult but happy goodbyes. You and Casey are such beautiful people. Btw, those pancakes tortoises have gorgeous shells!

  • @rickdeacon7819
    @rickdeacon7819 4 месяца назад +7

    I’m sure the previous owners were sad to see these turtles go. But I know *i’d* be more then comfortable giving my tortoise to GST if I had no where else to turn. Another well done job. Way to go! 🐢 😊

  • @maryannmcmahon5707
    @maryannmcmahon5707 4 месяца назад +13

    I think you and your wife are wonderful and I think this video is so educational because people will realize that turtles and tortoises are a life long commitment. Thank you sooo much

  • @bethannyallain5395
    @bethannyallain5395 4 месяца назад +3

    Bles you and Casey for making a home for all these tortoises. That young girl did an amazing job for her tortoise. All baby tortoises should be as lucky.

  • @toddtrierweiler958
    @toddtrierweiler958 4 месяца назад +13

    Great job young lady 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @ms_katia2267
    @ms_katia2267 2 месяца назад +2

    He is so patient and kind to the people giving up their turtles, I loved when people were telling him about the diets, “dog food”

  • @bryonflaherty5957
    @bryonflaherty5957 4 месяца назад +4

    I love pancake tortoises

  • @user-jf9vf7qz4k
    @user-jf9vf7qz4k 4 месяца назад +3

    I am so envious of how lucky you are to have the blessing of these wonderful creatures to look after.

  • @Rayraywheelz
    @Rayraywheelz 4 месяца назад +4

    I look forward to Sunday every week. 2 of my favorite creators drop their videos on Sundays. See I don't watch TV so RUclips is my main place for entertainment

  • @barbhelle5481
    @barbhelle5481 4 месяца назад +4

    All of the turtles are wonderful. It is sure great the former owners wanted you guys to have them. ❤

  • @laurencarleton236
    @laurencarleton236 4 месяца назад +8

    Happy Sunday morning with coffee and GTS. Never gets old! Love what you do!🥰🐢🦎🐍

  • @caseys9310
    @caseys9310 4 месяца назад +3

    As a person around the same age as you guys, just wanted to say that i spotted those shoes youre wearing and noticed they are predominately white. Another 5 yrs and you'll switch the to the fully white new balance with the grass stains. Thats how we tell the age of male humans, kinda like the color of the shells getting darker 😂 much love you guys and thanks for everything you do❤

  • @TheTrainedFerret
    @TheTrainedFerret 4 месяца назад +6

    Love this! Does GST ever adopt out turtles/tortoises that were rescued? Or do they just live out their lives with you? You do such a great job.

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +7

      Some have gone to very close friends but the vast majority stay right here. 😊

  • @janemorgan5694
    @janemorgan5694 4 месяца назад +4

    Great they had you to rescue them. Can tell they all were loved. Glad they will get to see them on videos thriving in the future.

  • @RayGuy8
    @RayGuy8 4 месяца назад +5

    You guys do amazing things! Thanks!

  • @patriciaforan3174
    @patriciaforan3174 4 месяца назад +5

    More rescues! Yay!!!

  • @sharondickinson3837
    @sharondickinson3837 4 месяца назад +7

    Ohh WOW!!! They are all so stunning to see, and all so well cared for. The Hermanns is definitely my favourite. Our female Hermanns will be 6yrs old in May, she is in the fridge at the moment, only for 4 more wks untill I see her sweet little face everyday!!!

  • @BenjamintheTortoise
    @BenjamintheTortoise 4 месяца назад +5

    I love to see these rescue stories!! So grateful to you for becoming a sanctuary where these beautiful torts can live their best life!! Much love 💞😊

  • @LuckyStone888
    @LuckyStone888 4 месяца назад +4

    Thanks for the information.

  • @kimberlyhendricks1229
    @kimberlyhendricks1229 4 месяца назад +4

    Thank you for all you guys do for the animals! You rock!❤❤

  • @32446
    @32446 4 месяца назад +3

    These are gorgeous tortoises. It must be so sad for people to part with them. You guys are amazing for taking them in. I sometimes wonder if you'll run out of room!

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +2

      Thank you! We’re far from running out of room here but we of course do have our limitations.

  • @booboo7750able
    @booboo7750able 4 месяца назад +3

    Thanks!

  • @monicayoungblood8557
    @monicayoungblood8557 4 месяца назад +5

    You guys ROCK!!! 🥰❤️ Luv ur passion and compassion for these precious animals!! Many blessings!!

  • @pegedey1291
    @pegedey1291 4 месяца назад +3

    Continued stories are lovely to see happening. Sweet individuals, animals and the people.

  • @cindy.province
    @cindy.province 3 месяца назад

    Sheldon is gorgeous! Kudos for his young owner on how well she took care of him. My Hermanns passed a month ago and he is missed. I love watching these rescues and your channel. ALL of the Hermanns remind me of my Bowie. 💚

  • @Nudiescorner
    @Nudiescorner 4 месяца назад +3

    WHAT A VIDEO!!! FREAKIN FANTASTIC ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @brendapatterson7123
    @brendapatterson7123 4 месяца назад +3

    What an awesome video! Your content just keeps getting better. I am a little (ok, a LOT) jealous of the fabulous facility and collection you have built. WELL DONE!

  • @JBHogan
    @JBHogan 4 месяца назад +4

    Great episode - as always.

  • @BoltonClaudia
    @BoltonClaudia 4 месяца назад +3

    This warms my heart. Thank you!

  • @erikadowdy2382
    @erikadowdy2382 4 месяца назад +1

    Very cool
    Seems like that last lady really loved that turtle- what a sweet lady 😊

  • @jamiekalsen9761
    @jamiekalsen9761 4 месяца назад +1

    You can tell tyey were all great owner and knew they were going to a great home! You guys are amazing

  • @belizeguy
    @belizeguy 4 месяца назад +2

    Looks like a WIN for you!! Awesome!!

  • @brandisnyder9765
    @brandisnyder9765 4 месяца назад +3

    I love that you guys do this!! ❤

  • @trishawaddell564
    @trishawaddell564 4 месяца назад +2

    These are my favourite types of videos!! I’ve had to rehome my childhood turtle and now have taken in some turtles and tortoises that needed new homes. I hope over the years as some of my other exotics pass on to be able to switch over to take in more turtles and tortoises too.

  • @manuela791
    @manuela791 4 месяца назад +2

    You are amazing, thank you for your wonderful job!

  • @tamarrajames3590
    @tamarrajames3590 4 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful new members of the GST family. I know the owners feel relieved that you will be taking them on, and they will live out their time getting the very best of care.🖤🇨🇦

  • @danareed1656
    @danareed1656 4 месяца назад +2

    oh wow love all those torts!

  • @diane7546
    @diane7546 4 месяца назад

    That is: Go get 'em Tortoise Hunter! Beautiful !!

  • @meloneyparker
    @meloneyparker 4 месяца назад +3

    Lucky is a cool little guy.😊

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +3

      He’s so awesome. Once he got settled he really showed his true personality!

    • @meloneyparker
      @meloneyparker 4 месяца назад +2

      @@GardenStateTortoise I look forward to seeing him in future videos!❤️

  • @JackieArmB
    @JackieArmB 4 месяца назад +1

    Sweet! My first sulcata tortoise was named Sheldon and had SO much personality.

  • @marthahines1979
    @marthahines1979 4 месяца назад +2

    Great video. So many beautiful tortoises. Love the marginated tortoise. Handsome! Thanks for all you do😍

  • @davehouston1026
    @davehouston1026 4 месяца назад +2

    Great episode , always look forward to Sunday morning because of a new video.

  • @heartbreak71
    @heartbreak71 4 месяца назад +2

    WE enjoy this too learning is a great tool thank you

  • @doribala4964
    @doribala4964 4 месяца назад +2

    Thx for the nice video! Could you do another one about Egyptian? I'm really interested in that!

  • @MsCrazycatlady
    @MsCrazycatlady 4 месяца назад

    All the turtles were beautiful! I’m so glad you will be taking them home

  • @YouLookism
    @YouLookism 4 месяца назад

    I love you are becoming a sanctuary for torts and turtles. Kisses to Mickey shes my fav 😁💚🐢

  • @jonathanyoungblood8676
    @jonathanyoungblood8676 4 месяца назад

    Wow you guys ended up with a super car load haha . You guys are special people and we are lucky to get to enjoy your journey, thank you 🙏

  • @nativenation11
    @nativenation11 4 месяца назад +2

    SHeldon lol I love that

  • @sd906238
    @sd906238 4 месяца назад +1

    My brother found a Bearded Dragon on the road in Yakima Washington. He tried to find the owner with ads in the newspaper and at the local animal shelter.

  • @Iris_Germany
    @Iris_Germany 4 месяца назад

    It’s sooo wonderful that you take care of these animals!
    Thank you!
    Love ❤ and greetings from Germany 😘

  • @Silkytoaster
    @Silkytoaster 4 месяца назад +2

    New GST video - makes my day

  • @user-rt2xr5du7p
    @user-rt2xr5du7p 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for everything you do xx

  • @chrisc.czarnopys7618
    @chrisc.czarnopys7618 4 месяца назад

    Love them all. ❤

  • @saraanderson6615
    @saraanderson6615 4 месяца назад +2

    I am moving into a townhouse soon so I know I can’t get a turtle even if I would like to have one. I will just continue to enjoy watching your channel ❤🙂

  • @Ladypiccolo
    @Ladypiccolo 4 месяца назад +1

    Love this!! 💚

  • @TheWirdbird
    @TheWirdbird 4 месяца назад

    My cousin in San Diego has a turtle she calls Freddy. He has been living in the backyard for probably 30 years. He follows her around the yard and nips her ankles. I don’t know what type of turtle he is, so I call him a turtle. I live in a southern state and there are several different types of turtles. I love them all and will stop on the road to take them off the road and put them out of danger. I am particularly fond of the turtle with red eyes and a red streak on the side of the face.

  • @rebeccacamacho-sobczak4282
    @rebeccacamacho-sobczak4282 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for all you do!!!

  • @koriw1701
    @koriw1701 4 месяца назад +2

    I didn't know that these guys needed to be quarantined for so long. What do they carry that can transfer to other turtles and tortoises after so much time has passed? (By the way, I just thought I'd add here that I *love* your music selections! They are interesting and occasionally quirky but always fun) Thanks for making this channel such a great place to get away from it all!

  • @Jill-K
    @Jill-K 4 месяца назад +1

    You are an animal person because 30 seconds into each convo you had checked out, I could see you just wanted to get them home to examine their personalities. I think you might have another Otis 😂

  • @susanburr7070
    @susanburr7070 3 месяца назад

    ❤I. Love. Turtles. ❤

  • @melmicsim
    @melmicsim 4 месяца назад +2

    Do you adopt out turtles & tortoises? I can't see buying one to raise up when there are so many that need homes.

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +3

      We don’t. All of these animals stay with us with the exception of a small few who have gone to very close friends.

  • @thecatsmeow9972
    @thecatsmeow9972 4 месяца назад +1

    You guys are the best- don’t get why #1 was incubating eggs when he just got rid of her ?!?

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +1

      Thank you 🙏🏻 He’s got some new and challenging health issues.

  • @jgfishing27
    @jgfishing27 4 месяца назад +2

    More rescue videos or updates on the rescues 🙏🏽

  • @victoriafeldman8825
    @victoriafeldman8825 3 месяца назад

    Very cool ❤

  • @carschmn
    @carschmn 4 месяца назад +2

    2:02 so sorry that little girl couldn’t keep her tortoise. .

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +2

      She did such a great job on him.

    • @KxNOxUTA
      @KxNOxUTA 4 месяца назад +2

      Maybe if they keep it long enough, she'll be back to get him :P Give her a few years of growing and she can maybe consciously make turtle friendly living choices etc. (in regards to her on location)

  • @emmasmart6112
    @emmasmart6112 3 месяца назад

    Yes my male marginated has escaped twice from the back garden. They climb everything they can . Luckily my neighbour saw who him walking down the street, knows him . He’s a little bugger.

    • @emmasmart6112
      @emmasmart6112 3 месяца назад

      He chases anyone who comes in and he can see skin. He would chase my beardies if he had climbed over into where the beardies were running around. He’s not allowed round any animals. He’s so bold. He will ram me and bite if sees skin

  • @TMS9918A
    @TMS9918A 4 месяца назад +1

    I like turtles.

  • @BajatheChickenMan
    @BajatheChickenMan 4 месяца назад +2

    Very cool video, do you guys also adopt out tortoises?

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +2

      Thank you. We don’t, a few have gone to very close friends but the vast majority live out their lives here.

  • @hooliganfunnetty4712
    @hooliganfunnetty4712 4 месяца назад

    It is true. So much more information. That's how I found Brian Barczyk then y'all. Looking to give my Sliders the best life. I love all the Turtles and Tortoises.

  • @burf90
    @burf90 4 месяца назад +1

    Great video. Just curious, after you quarantine and then move the turtles/tortoises into their permanent homes, how do you clean the quarantine enclosure to be sure it's safe for the next resident? That Toad Ranch enclosure for the new pancake tortoises is beautiful and I'm sure you'll reuse it. But will you have to replace everything in there, wait a certain length of time, or some combination of those before using it again?

  • @trevi191
    @trevi191 2 месяца назад

    Yeaaaah i have male marginated tortoise too...😍😍😍😍😍

  • @afungiwholikesturtles4676
    @afungiwholikesturtles4676 4 месяца назад +1

    7:55 was me

  • @ellenmcintyre1247
    @ellenmcintyre1247 2 месяца назад

    I'm always thirsty after I travel is it the same with tortoises?? Lol 🐢💞🐢💞🐢💞

  • @leviandarcherscrazyadventu9702
    @leviandarcherscrazyadventu9702 2 месяца назад

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @rebekkariblet4500
    @rebekkariblet4500 4 месяца назад +1

    🐢💚🐢💚🐢💚🐢💚🐢🐢🐢

  • @dorothykilgallenwasmurdere1653
    @dorothykilgallenwasmurdere1653 4 месяца назад

    👍👍

  • @sampohanninen
    @sampohanninen 2 месяца назад

    😍

  • @kevinpoe8137
    @kevinpoe8137 4 месяца назад +2

    Isn’t that Athena’s story too, didn’t you say she was also found on the streets

  • @Nekofemme
    @Nekofemme 4 месяца назад

    👍👏❤️

  • @leviandarcherscrazyadventu9702
    @leviandarcherscrazyadventu9702 2 месяца назад

    If you want one I live in Australia

  • @larryliedner9026
    @larryliedner9026 4 месяца назад +1

    What is the difference between red head and red foot tortoises? They look alike

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +2

      There’s no red head but there’s a cherry head, which we’ve shown several times on this channel. They are still a red foot tortoise, but a very red faced and darker shelled geographical variant of a red foot.

  • @melissaf.5898
    @melissaf.5898 4 месяца назад

    💜👏☮️👏

  • @MFoster392
    @MFoster392 4 месяца назад +1

    How long can a turtle or tort live if it's flipped upside down and couldn't flip back over, although it doesn't seem to be a common killer of them.

    • @GardenStateTortoise
      @GardenStateTortoise  4 месяца назад +3

      In the sun, they’ll be dead in sometimes minutes to an hour.

    • @MFoster392
      @MFoster392 4 месяца назад +1

      Wow thank you, i had no idea it was that quick@@GardenStateTortoise

  • @jenskarlsson4744
    @jenskarlsson4744 4 месяца назад

    🥳

  • @candicesacks2211
    @candicesacks2211 4 месяца назад

    🐢🥰👏👍❤️🌹👌

  • @marie22213
    @marie22213 4 месяца назад

    Did he say he's incubating more eggs?? I'm confused because I thought he couldn't care for the one he was giving you. Maybe I'm confused but I was like what.

  • @samanthasimental3788
    @samanthasimental3788 4 месяца назад

    Have you ever had a turtle or tortoise that did not do well with others of his species?