{"product_id":"zoo-med-turtle-dock-basking-platform-brown-medium","title":"Zoo Med Turtle Dock - Medium Floating Basking Platform for Aquatic Turtles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Floating Basking Platform Designed for Aquatic Turtles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Zoo Med Turtle Dock Medium is a floating basking platform built for aquatic turtles that need a reliable, accessible dry area inside their enclosure. Its self-leveling design automatically adjusts to changing water levels, keeping the basking surface consistently positioned no matter how full the tank is.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA submerged ramp gives turtles a natural, gradual path from the water up to the dry basking area, encouraging regular use and maximizing exposure to heat and UVB lamps positioned above. The medium size is suited for mid-sized aquatic turtles and a range of tank configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three sizes, the Turtle Dock is designed to fit a variety of aquatic turtle setups. The medium size is a versatile choice for turtles that have outgrown smaller platforms but do not yet require the extra large option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-leveling floating design automatically adjusts to all water levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmerged ramp provides easy, natural access from water to the dry basking surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximizes turtle exposure to heat and UVB lamps for proper thermoregulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium size accommodates mid-sized aquatic turtles comfortably\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in three sizes to fit any aquatic turtle enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreestanding setup with no permanent installation required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Reptile Owners Choose It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAquatic turtles depend on regular basking to regulate body temperature and benefit from UVB exposure. The Turtle Dock Medium provides a stable, self-leveling surface that stays functional through routine water changes and level fluctuations. The submerged ramp makes access straightforward, and the medium size fits a wide range of mid-sized turtle species and tank setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloating Basking Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf-Leveling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, adjusts to all water levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRamp Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, submerged ramp for easy access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic turtle enclosures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and Design Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Turtle Dock Medium features a brown, naturalistic finish that blends into aquatic enclosure environments. The floating platform is designed to remain stable at the water surface while the self-leveling mechanism keeps the basking area dry and accessible as water levels change. The submerged ramp provides a gradual incline that turtles can navigate comfortably from the water up to the basking surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSetup and Compatibility Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Turtle Dock Medium is designed for mid-sized aquatic turtles and a range of tank configurations. Position heat and UVB lamps above the basking platform to maximize the benefit of the dry basking area. The self-leveling design means no manual adjustment is needed as water levels fluctuate during regular tank maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove and rinse the dock regularly as part of routine tank maintenance. Clean with a reptile-safe disinfectant, rinse thoroughly, and allow to dry before returning to the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Reptile Keepers Who...\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep mid-sized aquatic turtles that need a stable, accessible basking platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a self-leveling dock that stays functional through water level changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a basking platform that maximizes heat and UVB lamp exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre working with tanks that suit a medium-sized platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a freestanding platform that requires no permanent installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the self-leveling feature work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Turtle Dock floats and automatically adjusts its position to maintain a consistent basking surface height as water levels rise or fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size turtles can use the Medium Turtle Dock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe medium size is designed for mid-sized aquatic turtles. Zoo Med also offers smaller and extra large sizes for other species and growth stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the ramp stay submerged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The ramp is designed to remain submerged, giving turtles a natural, gradual path from the water up to the dry basking area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I position a heat or UVB lamp above it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The dry basking surface is designed to maximize exposure to heat and UVB lamps positioned above the dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come in other sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Turtle Dock is available in three sizes to accommodate different turtle species and tank configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloating basking platform with self-leveling design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatically adjusts to all water levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmerged ramp for easy turtle access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximizes heat and UVB lamp exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium size for mid-sized aquatic turtles and tank setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in three sizes for any aquatic turtle enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612660203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612660203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloating Basking Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.85 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHabitat Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecies Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic turtles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf-Leveling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRamp Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini, Small, Extra Large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloating, freestanding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse regularly, clean with reptile-safe disinfectant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Turtle Dock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Zoo Med","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49039949005029,"sku":"097612660203","price":25.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/7648\/7653\/files\/097612660203-1.jpg?v=1778808280","url":"https:\/\/petsperfect.com\/products\/zoo-med-turtle-dock-basking-platform-brown-medium","provider":"Pets Perfect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}