San Diego Turtle & Tortoise Society

Last year I adopted a Calif Desert Tortoise fro STTS. Their only concern was the well being of the tortoise, which I appreciate.
They did their job, kept it simple and I have a wonderful desert tortoise.
It is their hard work and dedication to the cause that impresses me.
I strongly encourage anyone and everyone to support this organization in anyway possible.
Kathy Thurow

Last week I came home on my lunch break, only to find some random turtle hanging out in my front yard. My yard is fenced and I live in a suburban neighborhood, so who knows how he got there, but there he was. I have a sneaking suspicion that he was placed there because I do dog rescue, and maybe someone in my neighborhood thought people who rescue dogs must SURELY rescue turtles, too. Right???
Ummmmm no… I was clueless.
Emailed the SD Turtle and Tortoise Society a few pictures of Capone (yes, I named him) and they quickly replied with what his breed probably was and asked if I would like their help. Yes, please.
I worked with Rich throughout the process and he was absolutely wonderful. He came all the way to Spring Valley to get Capone from me and explained the adoption process to me so I could be assured that Capone will only be placed with a loving, responsible family.
Can’t say enough about this organization. Thank you so much for what you do!

great group for what they do!

I recently adopted a Sulcata tortoise through this organization and have to say they made the process quite easy. We were put in touch with the gentleman that fosters the Sulcata tortoises and were allowed to go out and see what all he had available.
Prior to allowing you to adopt they require seeing the outdoor accommodations in addition to making sure you have the proper shelter/​heating environment for the animal. I really appreciate the fact that they are pretty selective and make sure that the animals are going to a good home.
The only fee they charge is for an annual membership to join the organization.
So if you are in the market for a tortoise I strongly suggest rescuing one as opposed to going through a pet store or breeder. The society currently has an abundance of tortoises that need good homes.
Also some species do live a very long time and can get HUGE so doing your research ahead of time may determine if a tortoise is right for you.