I work full time as an endangered species biologist for a private consulting firm, but my husband and I operate the Rescue out of our home. Several years ago, my professional life put me in touch with the herpetologist for our state natural resource regulatory agency, and we began discussing how rehabbers, zoos and rescues were overrun with tortoises and there was more need than could be addressed. I began CTTR from that conversation, and in just 18 months 18 months we have assisted over 100 animals, launched successful fundraising campaigns, and been awarded two facility improvement/disaster prevention/expansion grants.

Adoption application

Adoption contract

Adoption fees required for most species - typically $75 but up to $150 for very large animals

Donations requested for native species