Husbandry Services

Evidence-based husbandry, on call.

We help owners, breeders, educational institutions, and other rescues design reptile enclosures that work — measured by the animal’s long-term welfare, not how it looks on social media.

Services

What we audit and design

Enclosure setup

End-to-end design and equipment selection for a species-appropriate enclosure: substrate, heating, UVB, hides, plants, and humidity gradients.

Husbandry audits

An on-site or photo-based audit of an existing setup, with a written report of what to keep, fix, and replace — and why.

Environmental optimization

Lighting (UVB, photoperiod), temperature gradients, humidity, airflow, and enrichment optimization based on measured readings.

Beginner guidance

Pre-purchase consultations for first-time owners: realistic costs, lifespan expectations, and species-fit assessment.

Species compatibility

Multi-animal household assessments, cohabitation feasibility (rare and species-dependent), and risk reviews.

Institutional consults

For schools, museums, and small zoos: enclosure standards review, quarantine protocol design, and staff training.

Bioactive enclosures

From planted tropical vivariums to arid naturalistic habitats, we create bioactive enclosures that are both beautiful and built around the animal's needs.

Our standard
“Design the environment first. The animal will tell you if you got it right.”

We measure setups before we recommend changes — temperature gradients, UVI readings, humidity profiles, hide accessibility, line-of-sight stressors. Recommendations are specific and grounded in the data.

Reports include a parts list, vendor recommendations, and a re-check schedule.

Get started

Tell us about your setup

Submit a brief inquiry with species, current setup, and what you want to improve. We’ll reply within 48 hours with scope and pricing.

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Boarding

Boarding Services

Whether you're traveling for a weekend or an extended trip, your reptile will receive experienced, individualized care in a clean, climate-controlled environment designed with welfare first.

Every boarding stay includes:

  • Daily health and behavior observations
  • Species-appropriate heating, lighting, and humidity
  • Fresh water and enclosure maintenance
  • Feeding according to your established schedule
  • Secure, escape-proof housing
  • Photo updates available upon request

Optional add-on services:

  • Medication administration
  • Extended feeding requirements
  • Husbandry assessment with personalized care recommendations
  • Enclosure cleaning prior to pickup
  • Multiple animal discounts
  • Long-term boarding rates

Boarding Rates

Small reptiles & amphibians

Hognose snakes, Kenyan sand boas, leopard geckos, crested geckos, frogs, tarantulas, jumping spiders.

Starting at $20/day

Medium reptiles

Ball pythons, corn snakes, kingsnakes, milksnakes, bearded dragons.

Starting at $25/day

Large reptiles

Blue-tongue skinks and other large species accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Starting at $30/day

All boarding guests are screened prior to admission to help maintain the health and safety of every animal in our care. Please contact us to discuss your reptile's needs and receive a personalized boarding quote.

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Surrender Help