How to Adopt
FOUND YOUR PERFECT MATCH?
Our adoption process is simple, and we
support you with your application from start to finish.
We have a checklist that helps us make sure that you
and your new pet are suited to each other.
Don't worry if you don't have the right equipment,
we can help with that too!
Learn more below...
Step One
Have a look at our adoption pages to see what animals are looking for homes, and read their individual profiles.
We often post on our Facebook page, so follow us to keep up to date with new arrivals and rescue stories.
If you're looking for a certain species you can't see here, send us a message as we sometimes have other reptiles undergoing treatment or in quarantine.
Found your perfect match? - Continue to Step Two!
Step Two
Fill out the Statement of Interest form on our Adoption Page, telling us a bit about yourself and which of our lovely reptiles you'd like to re-home.
Please note that we only re-home to adopters over the age of 18 years, so please bear this in mind when you apply for an animal.
Step Three
We'll contact you via email or phone to discuss a visit, or send you a more detailed application form.
If we don't need to carry out an informal home visit, we will ask for photographic evidence of your set up.
Where needed, we can help advise on upgrades and changes to make everything perfect for your new reptile.
STEP FOUR
Once approved, we will arrange a day for you to collect your new scaly friend.
We ask for a minimum donation to help support our valuable rescue work.
Our suggested donation amounts are listed below*...
Level 1 £35
Examples:
Leopard Gecko
Crested Gecko
Corn Snake
Rat Snake
King Snake
Level 2
£50
Examples:
Bearded Dragon
Rankins Dragon
Blue-Tongued Skink
Royal Python
Rainbow Boa
Level 3
£80
Examples:
Bosc Monitor
Common Boa
Carpet Python
Ackie Monitor
Turtles
Tortoises
Level 4
£100
Examples:
African Rock Python
Burmese Python
Reticulated Python
Green Iguana
*These are minimum suggested donations - the more you're able to donate, the more reptiles we can help.
Step Five
Remember we're on hand to make sure your new pet settles in well as part of your household.
We love hearing how our rescued reptiles are getting on, and seeing the wonderful photos you email us and post on our Facebook page.
Thank you for giving our reptiles a second chance.
Adoption FAQs
Is there a minimum adoption age?
Yes, our minimum age for adoption is 18 years old.
Would you take back a reptile adopted from you?
Absolutely, we understand circumstances sometimes change, therefore (space dependent), we will prioritise taking back your adopted friend.
Does every reptile appear on your website?
Some of our more long term residents such as Archie the Green Iguana aren't available for adoption however you can still help these wonderful animals by choosing one of our Sponsorship Packages.
Do you provide the setups?
Although we have preloved items and enclosures available for a small charge, we unfortunately don't have full setups available to purchase as we do not operate like a pet shop. We are happy to guide you and help you achieve the ideal setup for your new companion though.
How do I transport my new companion home?
We will provide you with a guidance email to advise the options available that are appropriate to your chosen friend!