The reptiles in our care were strays, abandoned or purchased from pet stores. Less than one percent were knowingly purchased from breeders. Rescued and surrendered animals are rehabilitated and then either re homed or added to our educational program.
Reptiles are NOT easy care pets.
The Reptile Guys rescue and adoption program has seen hundreds of reptiles, amphibians and arachnids through its doors over the last 12 years. These animals are taken in, rehabilitated and then put up for adoption in hopes of finding a forever home.
Animals that require veterinary care are taken to a qualified reptile veterinarian and given the treatment they deserve. Euthanization is a last resort option only! This is why donations are graciously accepted to help cover medical costs.
Even though your new pet may be the friendliest little critter you've ever seen, there is the possibility that it can become a very aggressive animal when it grows up. Iguanas are very well known for this. They can start out as a very friendly little lizard but once they hit sexual maturity, males can become very aggressive and can actually send you to the hospital with serious injuries!
Other animals that start out cute that can eventually become aggressive are red eared sliders, certain species of monitors, carpet pythons and the list goes on. The reptile Guy is not saying that all reptiles are dangerous but there are some that you need to be careful with!
The Reptile Guys goal is to help educate the public and anyone who is purchasing an exotic pet about the specialized care required! There are far too many reptiles and other exotic pets being rescued and surrendered and it needs to stop.
Reptiles are not for everyone. Most people don't realize how long they live and the specialized care that most require. This is why The Reptile Guy has set up his rescue/adoption program. Animals come in with various injuries, sickness or are just not wanted anymore. These animals are rehabilitated and then placed in a new, hopefully, forever home. Adoption fees go towards paying for medical, feeding and housing costs.
This little Boa was turned in to me after it's previous owner moved into a building that did not allow reptiles. Unfortunatley, when they came in, it was living in a 7 gallon aquarium with another boa so it didn't have much room. It is also close to 3 years old so may be a little stunted. It hasn't shown any signs of aggression but sure does like its food!
This is the other Boa that came in living in the 7 gallon aquarium. It is a gorgeous little boa but also may be a little stunted as it is also almost 3 years old... No aggression and eats very well. You can see the rat bulge in it's stomach!
This Boa came from the same guy and was living in a tupperware container. It needs a home with a large enclosure so it can stretch out and move around. It is about 5 feet long and does get a bit nippy when it is in it's enclosure. With some regular handling, that should go away.
This little Leopard Gecko came in recently from someone who just didn't have the time for him anymore. There are 2 of these guys that will be ready to go once they put on a little weight. The owner didn't realize they were both males and they did get in to some little fights as you can see by the broken tail. The other one has a regrown tail.
This is a Brown Bark Scorpion. He has 41 brothers and sisters that were born about 2 months after we got their mom! The mom was turned in after she was found in the produce department of a local grocery store! These are not the friendliest of scorpions so not for beginners! They are not ready to go yet but will be soon!
