Our breeding
Projects
Let's work together to determine a lasting relationship
Reptiles we are Currently Breeding:
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We constantly update our Morph Market availability, projects, & eggs in incubation - follow the button to get to it...
Dwarf Mountain Horned Dragon or Brown Pricklepane
Rage
Male
NFS
Red
Female
NFS
We do things differently around here...
We offer a near-zero commission rate When we sell reptiles from our fellow breeder friends!
(40-60% commission is a more typical rate )
We cultivate meaningful relationships with select breeders, aiming to support their small businesses with a sense of community
the responsible reptile
Whether you're new to the reptile world
or simply enjoy a good thrill as a seasoned pro,
our consultation process can match you with a new friend
here's a great place to begin
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TIME
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Cost
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LIFESPAN
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PLACEMENT
Do you have enough time for this particular reptile? Will the animal have its basic needs met?
Myth
Reptiles are easy to care for and are less maintenance than a dog or a human child.
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Fact
Time and attention will be the difference between a lizard that hides at the sight of humans and one that tolerates being handled. Needless to say, not all lizards were created equal!
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pets
We'll break down the costs of providing a thriving environment without any surprises
Initial Costs
Animal, habitat, tools and equipment
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Long-Term Costs
Food, hydro, replacement equipment, light bulbs
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Most reptile stores use terms like "minimum requirements" - we believe this term should be removed from our vocabulary
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Myth
This pet seems like a cheaper alternative to owning a dog or a cat
Fact
There are very few reptile vets, and they tend to be expensive. Caring for your new friend requires annual checkups, as any cat or dog will!
How long will your new reptile live? Where will you be in five years? Ten years? Eighty years?
Fact
Some reptiles will outlive you, like specific turtles. Is this reptile still going to be right for you at that point in your life? What are your options if you can't take care of this reptile one day?
Note: If your life changes and you must re-home your reptile, we will help you work through that process. Do not release reptiles into the wild!
WE NEED TO RESPECT THE OTHER HOUSEHOLD PETS WHEN INTRODUCING A REPTILE
Will the combination of animals get along? Will you still have time and money for both pets? Can you provide the necessary attention for all? Do they have illnesses that can impact each other's health? For example, Bearded Dragons and Uromastyx in the same room are known to transmit harmful mouth bacteria to each other!
EACH REPTILE WILL HAVE DIFFERENT SPACE & LOCATION REQUIREMENT WITHIN YOUR HOME
Do you have enough space to care for this reptile properly? Will this reptile grow larger in time and need more room?
Where in your house will you put your new reptile? Is there too much traffic in this area? Or is there a draft from a window or door? What about the lighting? Noise?
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Will your living space change during this reptile's lifetime? Will your animal require 5-6 different enclosure sizes as it grows? Can it be placed in the giant terrarium as a baby?
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family
Just because you appreciate your new pet
doesn't mean your family will!
Some people have phobias, and everyone who lives in your house should be comfortable with the new reptile moving in. If it eats crickets and worms, you are responsible for knowing that these bugs might end up crawling around at times - no matter how escape-proof your setup may be! Please do not expect or force others to enjoy your new reptile because you do.
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What is the comfort level of your family members?
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size
Some reptiles grow to be large - very large. When selecting your reptile, it is imperative to consider how large it may grow!
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Most reptiles reach
full size within the
first 3-5 years of life.
Will you be able to work with a giant reptile safely? Can you afford to feed a large reptile when it is fully grown? Can you train your friend not to bite your finger off, mistaking it for food? A three-foot tree monitor can and will do that, and without the proper training, a tegu can be a dangerous pet - as hazardous as a fully grown and untrained Rottweiler!
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knowledge
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location
EACH REPTILE WILL HAVE DIFFERENT SPACE & LOCATION REQUIREMENTS WITHIN YOUR HOME
Do you have enough space to care for this reptile properly? Will this reptile grow larger in time and need more room?
Where in your house will you put your new reptile? Is there too much traffic in this area? Or is there a draft from a window or door? What about the lighting? Noise?
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Will your living space change during this reptile's lifetime? Will your animal require 5-6 different enclosure sizes as it grows? Can it be placed in a giant terrarium when it's still a baby?
Do you know how to take care of this reptile?
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Do you understand the basic information regarding its natural habitat? Are you comfortable dealing with problems that may develop while caring for this reptile?
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When you buy a reptile from The Responsible Reptilian, you are an instant family member - you will forever have access to our knowledge, and we will always be here to offer you advice and research for your reptile.
We recommend purchasing captive-breed (CBB) animals. Unless there's a good reason/specific need from a client, all the reptiles we stock are CBB. We work with a tiny, select group of breeders we trust with good care practices, ensuring that the animals we sell are healthy and responsible.