well, i do agree about the turtles... they are pretty dirty and require alot of attention.. most families with small children dont do enough research and in return are hurting the turtle with improper care.. i recently rescued a RES from a family and his condition was almost fatal.. its a great feeling giving them the proper nutrition and seeing his shell grow back but maaaaaann is he dirty and alot of work to keep clean..

as far as these humane society nerds categorizing ALL reptiles in this one category is not only stupid but stubborn and selfish! i know most of you on here could care less about Canada.. but you should take some time and read this article about the Humane Society in Toronto.. it got raided and there was numerous arrests made for animal cruelty and poor condition's.. there was even a MUMMIFIED cat found in the ceiling!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it just goes to show you that these HS idiots dont know !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/...rticle1378385/