Max the Reeve’s Turtle 🐢💚

Max came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on 7/16/26 after his owner moved out of state. What makes Max’s story especially incredible is that his owner originally got him from a pet store in Madison 42 years ago! 🤯
 
That means Max has been a companion since around 1984—and he may be even older than that.
Max has now been with us for nearly three months and is still looking for the right home to continue the next chapter of his very long life.
 
Reeve’s Turtles are semi-aquatic turtles that need clean, well-filtered water along with a dry basking area, appropriate heat, and UVB lighting. Like Max has already proven, turtles can be an incredibly long-term commitment, so anyone considering one should be prepared for many years of care.
After more than four decades with one family, we would love to find Max another home ready to give this senior gentleman the care he deserves. 🐢💚
 
If you are interested, please fill out an adoption application.