WE ARE AVAILABLE
We are frequently asked if we have tortoises or box turtles available for adoption. Deciding to place our tortoises with other families is never an easy decision for us. Many of these animals come to us with health issues, deformities, and often from very neglectful situations. We struggle with making sure we never put these amazing animals in those situations again. We also recognize that we cannot keep each animal that comes into our care, especially those that are healthy enough to be adopted. We will post updated candidates on this page with some details about each one. If you are interested in applying for ownership please fill out an application here
https://www.tortoiserunfarm.com/adoption-form
We will do our best to place the right tortoise or box turtle with the right family so both you and the tortoise (or turtle) are happy.
Please Read Before Considering Adoption
Unfortunately, we do not ship our tortoises or box turtles. If you are able to make the road trip to Savannah, MO (North KC), that is great. If not, please do not proceed with the application form.
Several Box Turtles
We currently have several three-toed box turtles available for adoption. Their age, gender and coloration vary. We do not charge an adoption fee for native turtles,but we do ask you make a donation to our rescue so we may continue rescuing and caring for the new surrenders arriving. As with all our potential adoptees, we do require a completed adoption application be filled out and submitted to us for review. Please do your research before considering adopting these amazing little turtles. They do require very specific husbandry and diets. Adoption applications may be found on our home page under the adoption tab.
Mango
Mango is a male Russian tortoise. He arrived at the Rescue August 12th, 2025. His owners could not longer care for him. He seems sweet and outgoing. If you are interested in adopting Mango, please fill out an application under the adoption tab at the top of the page.
Bagota
Bagota is a young (5-6 years old) red-footed tortoise. We believe he is a male. He measures approximately 5-6 inches in shell length. He came to the rescue in December of 2024. If you think Bagota would be a good fit for your family, please fill out an application under the adoption tab at the top of the page.
Sam
Sam is a male red-footed tortoise. He is nearly full grown and came into the rescue in the spring of 2024. He was raised around children and lived much of his life in a daycare setting getting lots of loving. If you would like to adopt Sam, please fill out an application under the adoption tab at the top of the page.
Ralphie
Ralphie is a full-grown male Red-Footed Tortoise. He came into the rescue in November of 2024 all the way from Northern Illinois. He was very much loved and well cared for. His owners had some life changes and could no longer keep Ralphie. If you are interested in giving Ralphie a home please fill out an adoption application found at the top of the page under the adoption tab.
Shelly
Shelly is a Hermann's Tortoises, she is sweet, but shy. Her shell has a bit of a deformity that causes it to flare out in the most unique way. She needs a home that can provide a lot love. She is healthy, and a good eater. If you are interested in adopting Shelly, please fill out an application at the top of the page under the adoption tab.
Flash & Dini
Flash (female) and Dini (male) are semi-aquatic South American Wood Turtles. They have striking coloration and beautiful patterns.They require a small pond for soaking. However, they cannot be kept in a fully aquatic situation like a pond turtle. If you are interested in providing a home please fill out an application at the top of the page under the adoption tab.