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Little RES Q's adoption policy is designed to help ensure that all reptiles in our care are placed in suitable, permanent homes. Adopters must be at least 18 years of age with no history of animal abuse or neglect. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to care for the animal financially, including providing veterinary care, quality food and adequate tank size.

BREEDING IS PROHIBITED

Prior to adopting out reptiles into new homes, the following procedures will be followed:

• The reptile will be monitored for not less than 30 days to ensure a healthy appetite, determine demeanor, and watch for visible medical problems. If appropriate, the animal will be treated for all obvious health problems and if necessary, a veterinarian will give the reptile an overall examination for any problems.
  NOTE: Anyone who surrenders to Little RES Q is not eligible to adopt a reptile from us within two years of the surrender.
• All prospective adopters must fill out and submit an adoption application form and answer all questions completely and honestly.
• Once an adoption application has been received, Little RES Q will attempt to ascertain the knowledge, experience, and capabilities of the potential adopter has with regard to providing proper care for the animal. A background check may be completed on the adopter to verify personal information and check for animal related criminal convictions. The adoption will remain pending during this time.
Little RES Q may make courtesy calls to determine a happy and healthy adoption.

During the first year of adoption, the adopter must notify Little RES Q if the adopted reptile has died or has been lost or stolen.

Under no circumstances, will the adopter be allowed to sell trade or give away the animal. If care can no longer be provided for the animal, the adopter is required to return the reptile to the Little RES Q.

The adopter releases Little RES Q of any liability in regards to the health or behavior of the animal adopted. While it is understood that every effort has been made to provide an accurate assessment of the history and health of the reptile, Little RES Q explicitly disclaims warranties regarding medical status or behavior of said animal. As the adopter you agree not to hold the Little RES Q liable for any claims of injury to property or persons or otherwise caused by the reptile.

Our application process requires applicants to give us personal information about themselves (name, street address, age, etc) we use this information strictly to determine if the applicant can provide a good home for the reptile he or she wishes to adopt. An individual's information will not be disclosed to any third parties other than Little RES Q.



For general inquiries please contact us at inquiries@littleresq.net