A kind individual found this injured painted turtle at a pond in Pottstown. This poor turtle had a fish hook embedded in its throat. Our team sedated the animal and retrieved the hook intact. It is now recuperating from the procedure. We expect a full recovery.

If you fish, please leave no trace. We frequently admit animals ensnared with fishing lines and/or hooks. These victims include aquatic snakes, turtles, ducks, geese, wading birds, and others. Please help keep the waterways safe for all who use them.