{"id":129171,"date":"2022-06-09T05:52:35","date_gmt":"2022-06-09T05:52:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/"},"modified":"2022-06-09T05:52:35","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T05:52:35","slug":"what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the difference between a snapping turtle and a box turtle?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#What_is_the_difference_between_a_snapping_turtle_and_a_box_turtle\" title=\"What is the difference between a snapping turtle and a box turtle?\">What is the difference between a snapping turtle and a box turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_can_you_tell_if_its_a_box_turtle\" title=\"How can you tell if its a box turtle?\">How can you tell if its a box turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_do_you_tell_the_difference_between_a_snapping_turtle_and_a_regular_turtle\" title=\"How do you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a regular turtle?\">How do you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a regular turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Do_box_turtles_bite\" title=\"Do box turtles bite?\">Do box turtles bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Do_box_turtles_snap\" title=\"Do box turtles snap?\">Do box turtles snap?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_can_you_tell_the_difference_between_a_snapping_turtle_and_a_non_snapping_turtle\" title=\"How can you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a non snapping turtle?\">How can you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a non snapping turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Can_a_snapping_turtle_be_a_pet\" title=\"Can a snapping turtle be a pet?\">Can a snapping turtle be a pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_do_I_identify_a_box_turtle\" title=\"How do I identify a box turtle?\">How do I identify a box turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Does_a_box_turtle_look_like\" title=\"Does a box turtle look like?\">Does a box turtle look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#What_to_do_if_you_find_a_box_turtle\" title=\"What to do if you find a box turtle?\">What to do if you find a box turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_do_you_tell_a_tortoise_from_a_box_turtle\" title=\"How do you tell a tortoise from a box turtle?\">How do you tell a tortoise from a box turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_are_snapping_turtles_different_from_other_turtles\" title=\"How are snapping turtles different from other turtles?\">How are snapping turtles different from other turtles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#What_a_snapping_turtle_looks_like\" title=\"What a snapping turtle looks like?\">What a snapping turtle looks like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_do_I_know_what_type_my_turtle_is\" title=\"How do I know what type my turtle is?\">How do I know what type my turtle is?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Do_box_turtles_like_to_be_petted\" title=\"Do box turtles like to be petted?\">Do box turtles like to be petted?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Why_is_my_box_turtle_trying_to_bite_me\" title=\"Why is my box turtle trying to bite me?\">Why is my box turtle trying to bite me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Is_it_okay_to_touch_box_turtles\" title=\"Is it okay to touch box turtles?\">Is it okay to touch box turtles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#What_do_you_do_if_a_turtle_bites_you\" title=\"What do you do if a turtle bites you?\">What do you do if a turtle bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Are_box_turtles_snapping_turtles\" title=\"Are box turtles snapping turtles?\">Are box turtles snapping turtles?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Can_turtles_snap_at_you\" title=\"Can turtles snap at you?\">Can turtles snap at you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#Why_does_my_turtle_snap_at_me\" title=\"Why does my turtle snap at me?\">Why does my turtle snap at me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#What_to_do_if_a_box_turtle_bites_you\" title=\"What to do if a box turtle bites you?\">What to do if a box turtle bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_can_you_tell_a_snapping_turtle_from_a_regular_turtle\" title=\"How can you tell a snapping turtle from a regular turtle?\">How can you tell a snapping turtle from a regular turtle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#How_can_you_tell_what_type_of_turtle_you_have\" title=\"How can you tell what type of turtle you have?\">How can you tell what type of turtle you have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-snapping-turtle-and-a-box-turtle\/#What_do_you_snapping_turtles_look_like\" title=\"What do you snapping turtles look like?\">What do you snapping turtles look like?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_a_snapping_turtle_and_a_box_turtle\"><\/span>What is the difference between a snapping turtle and a box turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A snapping turtle cannot pull his legs, tail or head all the way inside the shell and must rely on other means of defense. In terms of shape, <b>a box turtle&#8217;s top shell, or carapace, is domed and rounded, while a snapping turtle&#8217;s is fairly flat with a deep groove down the center<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-reset-my-petkit-food-dispenser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do I reset my Petkit food dispenser?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_if_its_a_box_turtle\"><\/span>How can you tell if its a box turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) has <b>a black\/brown carapace with irregularly shaped blotches of yellow\/orange. Eastern box turtles have a high, dome-like carapace and a hinged plastron that allows total shell closure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_the_difference_between_a_snapping_turtle_and_a_regular_turtle\"><\/span>How do you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a regular turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All snapping turtles have noticeably long tails, often with a spiky ridge extending down their length. When compared with other turtles, it is obvious that snapping turtle tails are unusually long. Like most aquatic turtles, male snapping turtles possess longer, thicker tails than females do.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_box_turtles_bite\"><\/span>Do box turtles bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They rarely snap, hiss or bite like many other turtles, so children are often allowed to keep one as a pet for a few hours or days. Box turtles will quickly eat a meal of fresh tomatoes, cantaloupe or earthworms, and after we&#8217;ve enjoyed observing them for a while, they can be released unharmed back where they were <\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_box_turtles_snap\"><\/span>Do box turtles snap?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They rarely snap, hiss or bite like many other turtles, so children are often allowed to keep one as a pet for a few hours or days. Box turtles will quickly eat a meal of fresh tomatoes, cantaloupe or earthworms, and after we&#8217;ve enjoyed observing them for a while, they can be released unharmed back where they were <\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_the_difference_between_a_snapping_turtle_and_a_non_snapping_turtle\"><\/span>How can you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a non snapping turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) has <b>a black\/brown carapace with irregularly shaped blotches of yellow\/orange. Eastern box turtles have a high, dome-like carapace and a hinged plastron that allows total shell closure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_snapping_turtle_be_a_pet\"><\/span>Can a snapping turtle be a pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All snapping turtles have noticeably long tails, often with a spiky ridge extending down their length. When compared with other turtles, it is obvious that snapping turtle tails are unusually long. Like most aquatic turtles, male snapping turtles possess longer, thicker tails than females do.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_identify_a_box_turtle\"><\/span>How do I identify a box turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) has <b>a black\/brown carapace with irregularly shaped blotches of yellow\/orange. Eastern box turtles have a high, dome-like carapace and a hinged plastron that allows total shell closure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_box_turtle_look_like\"><\/span>Does a box turtle look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are <b>usually brown or black with radiating yellow markings on each scute. The scales on the turtle&#8217;s body may be yellow, orange, or reddish. Box turtles are called box turtles because they can withdraw their arms and legs, tail, and head into their shell and close up tightly.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_you_find_a_box_turtle\"><\/span>What to do if you find a box turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>NEVER DISTURB, PICK UP , OR MOVE A BOX TURTLE UNLESS IT HAS A VISIBLE INJURY OR IS IN IMMINENT DANGER. If you find a turtle in the road, move it to the other side in the direction it was going. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RELOCATE IT. Turtles have small home territories and should be left where they are found.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_a_tortoise_from_a_box_turtle\"><\/span>How do you tell a tortoise from a box turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Turtles have webbed feet &#8212; sea turtles actually have flippers &#8212; in general, although box turtles don&#8217;t. They have flat feet with long claws, because they spend the majority of their life on land. <b>Tortoises have feet that are stumpy and padded, and they look like miniature elephant feet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_snapping_turtles_different_from_other_turtles\"><\/span>How are snapping turtles different from other turtles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>All snapping turtles have noticeably long tails, often with a spiky ridge extending down their length. When compared with other turtles, it is obvious that snapping turtle tails are unusually long. Like most aquatic turtles, male snapping turtles possess longer, thicker tails than females do.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_a_snapping_turtle_looks_like\"><\/span>What a snapping turtle looks like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A snapping turtle cannot pull his legs, tail or head all the way inside the shell and must rely on other means of defense. In terms of shape, a box turtle&#8217;s top shell, or carapace, is domed and rounded, while a snapping turtle&#8217;s is fairly flat with a deep groove down the center.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_what_type_my_turtle_is\"><\/span>How do I know what type my turtle is?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Snapping turtles are noted for their large size and aggressive nature. They are <b>tan to black in colour and have a rough upper shell, a small cross-shaped lower shell, a long tail, and a large head with hooked jaws<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_box_turtles_like_to_be_petted\"><\/span>Do box turtles like to be petted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Box turtles like consistency in their surroundings, and <b>most prefer not to be handled by people. They don&#8217;t typically bite, but anxiety from overhandling can lead some to nip a person.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_box_turtle_trying_to_bite_me\"><\/span>Why is my box turtle trying to bite me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a turtle is behaving aggressively towards you, it is likely because <b>it feels threatened. Back off, and try to avoid quick hand movements before or during handling it. Generally, the most common reason turtles get aggressive with each other is due to a lack of space in their environment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_to_touch_box_turtles\"><\/span>Is it okay to touch box turtles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although turtles are certainly not the only reptiles that can carry Salmonella, <b>most turtles carry the infection asymptomatically, in that they do not show signs of illness. Salmonellosis is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be transmitted from animals to humans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_if_a_turtle_bites_you\"><\/span>What do you do if a turtle bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since turtles are known to carry salmonella, <b>any bite that breaks the skin needs to be treated by a medical professional. Antibiotics may be needed, as well as thorough cleaning of the wound. If the skin is not broken, wash the bitten area with warm water and plenty of soap.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_box_turtles_snapping_turtles\"><\/span>Are box turtles snapping turtles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A snapping turtle cannot pull his legs, tail or head all the way inside the shell and must rely on other means of defense. In terms of shape, <b>a box turtle&#8217;s top shell, or carapace, is domed and rounded, while a snapping turtle&#8217;s is fairly flat with a deep groove down the center.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_turtles_snap_at_you\"><\/span>Can turtles snap at you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though their shells provide very effective protection, <b>most turtles will bite to protect themselves if necessary. This is especially prevalent among wild turtles, but pet turtles may bite as well. While this is a relatively minor concern for owners of small turtles, bites from large turtles can cause severe damage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_turtle_snap_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my turtle snap at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although some species of turtles are less aggressive than others, just about every turtle will snap at you <b>if it feels threatened. If your turtle is trying or has bitten you, it was probably because it felt scared.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_a_box_turtle_bites_you\"><\/span>What to do if a box turtle bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since turtles are known to carry salmonella, <b>any bite that breaks the skin needs to be treated by a medical professional. Antibiotics may be needed, as well as thorough cleaning of the wound. If the skin is not broken, wash the bitten area with warm water and plenty of soap.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_a_snapping_turtle_from_a_regular_turtle\"><\/span>How can you tell a snapping turtle from a regular turtle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Snapping turtles are easily recognized by <b>their dark carapace (upper shell) with a deeply serrated back margin and a small plastron (bottom shell) that does not completely cover all of the animal&#8217;s flesh. Three low keels (or ridges) on the carapace of younger turtles often become obscure as the turtle matures.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_what_type_of_turtle_you_have\"><\/span>How can you tell what type of turtle you have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A snapping turtle cannot pull his legs, tail or head all the way inside the shell and must rely on other means of defense. In terms of shape, a box turtle&#8217;s top shell, or carapace, is domed and rounded, while a snapping turtle&#8217;s is fairly flat with a deep groove down the center.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_snapping_turtles_look_like\"><\/span>What do you snapping turtles look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Many turtles have distinct carapace shapes or markings that can be used to identify them. Some turtles have colouring such as yellow-throats or red lines on their necks. Some turtles are very small and don&#8217;t grow bigger than your hand such as the stink-pot or slightly bigger is the spotted turtle.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What is the difference between a snapping turtle and a box turtle?How can you tell if its a box turtle?How do you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a regular turtle?Do box turtles bite?Do box turtles snap?How can you tell the difference between a snapping turtle and a non snapping&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/129171"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=129171"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/129171\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=129171"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=129171"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=129171"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}