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Reptiles for adoption near you

Snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises, often surrendered with their setups.

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How adopting works here

  1. Open an animal to see the full photos and notes from the shelter.
  2. Use the contact button on that page. Applications go to the shelter or rescue, never to us.
  3. They handle the meet, the paperwork and the adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter, vaccines and a microchip.

Before you adopt

Reptiles: a practical guide for adopters

Reptiles by state

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Before you bring them home

Two things new adopters put off and regret: insurance and the setup. Handle both the week you say yes.

Insure them before the first vet bill

Most policies have a 14-day illness waiting period, so the earlier you enroll after adoption, the sooner you are covered.

Trupanion Go Home Day30 days of free coverage for a newly adopted pet. Ask your shelter for the offer and activate it within 24 hours of adoption.Pets BestWaiting periods can be waived with a vet exam within 3 days before or 7 days after the policy start.Lemonade PetAccident coverage from day one in most states and a 30-day orthopedic wait, shorter than most.EmbraceAccident and illness plans with a diminishing deductible; no accident waiting period.

Adopter offers from retailers

Bring your adoption paperwork. These programs are run by the retailers and change; check the current terms in store.

PetSmart adoption starter kitA coupon booklet for new adopters, available at the store with proof of adoption.Petco Welcome to the FamilyNew-pet guides and in-store offers for recent adopters.Chewy new pet suppliesStarter food, crates and enclosures delivered; Chewy works with thousands of shelters and rescues.

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