Georgia Herpetological Association & Rescue
Adoptable Reptiles
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We do not promote the breeding of our reptiles, so the genders of our adoptable animals are not guaranteed.
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We house additional tanks at our Rockmart foster home, so if there is an animal housed there that you would like to adopt, but you need an enclsoure, please feel free to inquire!
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All adoption fees are $40 unless specified; leopard geckos are $20.
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We do not adopt out our foster animals to be used as classroom pets or to be used in business ventures of any kind. Adoptable animals often do not have the best lives prior to coming to us, and it is our goal to find them their forever homes in an environment that respects their needs.
How adoption works:
1. Complete an application at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/GAH/Exotic/Other.
Answer all questions, paying special attention to those about your pet-ready enclosure and the diet you have researched for the animal you want to adopt. Be as specific as possible (don't just list "greens;" instead, tell us about the different types of food you will offer your pet).
2. Once you have submitted your application, email detailed photographs or your pet-ready enclosure to gharescue@gmail.com. In the photos, include a card with your name and the pet you want to adopt. Note that no application can be processed without photographic evidence of your enclosure and accessories. Please read our website page “habitat & diet recommendations” before sending the photos to ensure your tank is ready for an adoptable animal. Submitting an application does not "hold" the animal for you and we take complete applications (including the pet-ready habitat) on a first-come first-served basis. We do not approve applications that do not meet our requirements. Our advice is built on exotic vet recommendations for these animals and may be different from what is sold at a pet store.
3. We will review your application and speak with you about any further questions we have.
4. Once you are approved, we will send you information on payment and your additional adoption forms.
Current Animals Looking for their Forever Homes:
Leona: adult, undetermined age, female, Green Iguana.
Leona came to us from a kind person who found her and knew she had been released into the wild, as she is not a native green iguana. She has a commanding presence much like the notorious hotelier Leona Helmsley; this scaly socialite demands the best and isn't afraid to let her keepers know it. Known for her discerning taste, Leona has been described as a meticulous diva who expects nothing less than five-star treatment: perfectly misted greens, the finest sunbeams for basking, and a water dish refilled at the precise moment it begins to look anything less than pristine. She surveys her domain with a regal, sometimes judgmental, glare, ensuring all is in order. Her foster is working with her on being handled, and she does pretty well and is adapting quickly. She rules her roost with a firm claw and an undeniable, albeit prickly, charm.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Treeback: adult, 6 years old, male, Bearded Dragon.
Treeback is a heavy, slow-moving ultimate unit used by the Drowning Doom faction in the action-adventure video game Brütal Legend. He carries insect hives and a murder of crows on his back, functioning as a powerful siege unit in Stage Battles. Treeback handles well and is a great eater.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Eddie: adult, 2 years old, male, Leopard Gecko.
Eddie came to us very sick, and his owner was unsure how to continue to provide for him. He has made a wonderful comeback through excellent veterinary care and proper husbandry and is now ready for his forever home. He tolerates handling but is still a bit jumpy (typical for this species), but is very friendly and interested. He is best fed with tongs as he has a bit of difficulty distinguishing between fingers and bugs! He loves to hunt his bugs and is really enjoying his tank enrichment.
Pick up in Athens
Violet: adult, 5 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. If Violet thinks you have a treat, he'll come out of his hide to check you out. He is not a good hunter, though; he'll strike at the glass or your finger before going for the worms. He appreciates you feeding him with tongs. He did like Dubias as well, but hunting them down was not his strong suit. He has done well for us when being handled.
Pick up in Hiram
Hazel: adult, unknown age and gender, Ball Python.
Hazel came in with a respiratory issue but is all healed and ready to enjoy life with a family! She handles well, eats a small rat weekly, and would do well in a 20-gallon tank at this time.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Woodstock: adult, 10 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Woodstock is an older gentleman, but he still has a lot of life left in him. He would be best suited for an owner who has handled leopard geckos before, as he is a bit skittish. He prefers to be an observational gecko, but these can be great fun! His foster family loves watching him catch his bugs and explore his habitat.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Truffles: 3 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Truffles is a beautiful leopard gecko with a fun personality! Her very favorite place to be during the day is in her humid hide, and she enjoys being tweezer-fed her dubia from this spot, also! Truffles has tried superworms a few times with her foster, but she does not digest them well and tends to regurgitate them. However, she is a major fan of dubia roaches and is an excellent eater. Truffles does not seem to be a fan of being held much, as she tends to scurry when you get super close to her. However, she is nosy and observant and will gladly interact with you from her tank. With regular attempts for holding, she will continue to warm up. She will make an excellent pet!
Pick up in Jackson
Laroy: adult, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Laroy is full-grown and would be best housed in a 40-gallon or larger habitat. Laroy came to us from someone who bought a snake rack off the internet, and when they went to pick up the item, they found two ball pythons living in the racks! He has spent his entire life living in a small rack enclosure, and we are hoping for him to find someone who can give him the time and attention he deserves. He is a very gentle snake and has never missed a meal with his foster yet.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Solidus: adult, 5 years old, unknown gender, Ball Python.
Solidus came to us quite a while ago with a terrible mouth infection. He has spent the last year with his foster recovering and receiving medical attention. He has made a full recovery now and is on display at Bear Creek. Solidus handles well and currently eats a diet of frozen/thawed rats.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Lucille: adult, Ball Python. Lucille was found inside the same rack referenced under Laroy's bio. She has spent her entire life living in a snake rack that is too small, but despite this, she has a wonderful personality and is very inquisitive. Her foster family is housing her in a 40-gallon tank, and she has been enjoying the enrichment and interaction of being part of a family.
Pick up in Sugar Hill, outside of Atlanta
Turmeric: adult, 2 years old, female, Crested Gecko. Ms. Turmeric was named for her orangey coloring! While she’s very sweet and curious, she’s quite skittish and jumpy (as is typical for the species) and is happiest when handled sparingly. She loves exploring her tank to find new hiding spots, hunting live bugs, and chowing down on her crested gecko diet!
Pick up in Atlanta
Medusa: adult, 2 years old, unknown gender, Ball Python.
Medusa came to us from an animal shelter, as these facilities don't often have the capacity to keep specialty animals for extended periods of time. Medusa is easy to handle and eats a frozen/thawed rat every other week. Medusa would be fine to be housed in a 20 or 30-gallon enclosure for a few more years, but will need a 40-gallon or larger in the future.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Sasuke: adult, 3 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Sasuke was surrendered to us by a school teacher who left the classroom. She is a very young snake (for the species), but handles well and eats regularly. She would be happiest in a 40-gallon enclosure.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Atiq: 2 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Atiq is still very young and may still have some more growing to do. We don't recommend the use of overhead lighting with leopard geckos, but as Atiq is a lighter morph, prospective owners should be additionally careful about light, as this morph is quite sensitive to it. He came to us having been kept in a tank with dirt substrate and had quite a lot of built-up shed, but he has been doing wonderfully with his foster. He loves to curl up in his mossy hide and is an adept hunter of bugs!
Pick up in Atlanta/Buckhead
Apophis: juvenile/under 5 years old, unknown gender, regular morph Ball Python. Apophis is a very interesting snake, but can be a little shy (his namesake is the Egyptian god of Chaos, but he behaves himself at home). However, working with these snakes can be very fulfilling as they get to know (and become comfortable with) you. Apophis eats a diet of frozen, thawed small rats. His foster parents work with him regularly, and he enjoys being handled. Apophis will need at least a 40-gallon enclosure for his forever home.
Pick up in Griffin
Frosty: adult, around 1 year old, undetermined gender. Ball Python.
Frosty came to us from the Savannah area, where she was found wandering in someone's yard, and she needed antibiotic treatment due to exposure. She made a full recovery with our experienced foster in that area and made the move to the Atlanta area in the hopes of finding her forever home. She is small enough that a 20-gallon tank would be suitable for now, but as she grows, her owner will need to make appropriate upgrades.
Pick up in Chamblee
Boris: sub-adult, 3 years old, undetermined gender, Garden Phase Tree Boa. Amazon boas are not for beginner reptile keepers. We are asking for a specific habitat in order to have a successful application. It should be an arboreal tank with heavy substrate and high humidity (60-80%). Overhead lighting should be used, which is partially what makes their care difficult as this will drastically reduce the amount of humidity in a tank unless the owner is monitoring it daily. UV is recommended with the species, but it should only be a 5.0 bulb (for arboreal animals such as a chameleon). The smallest enclosure size should be 24x24x28. These are a recent addition to the pet trade, and therefore, the typical temperament for the species is more like a wild-caught snake. Please see the following website for more details on husbandry: https://www.thebiodude.com/blogs/snake-caresheets/amazon-tree-boa-corallus-hortulanus-care-sheet
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Shatters: adult, female, Leopard Gecko. Shatters is a sweet and easygoing girl who is doing well with her foster. She would make a great first reptile for a family. If you need a gently used tank for Shatters to make your application complete, please feel free to reach out as we have many available at our main foster home in Rockmart--not where Shatters is kept, but nearby.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Onix: adult, 7 years old, suspected female, Ball Python. Onix is a medium-sized ball python and loves to come out of her enclosure and explore with her foster. She enjoys handling and is very inquisitive! Potential adopters should prepare at least a 40-gallon enclosure.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Panther: young adult, Ball Python. Panther still has some growing to do, but it is a good size. She handles well and would make a great pet for a family. Adopters should prepare at least a 40-gallon tank to house Panther.
Pick up in Augusta
Yin: juvenile, under 1 year old, Leopard Gecko. Yin is a VERY talented hunter. She is absolutely wonderful to watch, but should likely be an observation pet due to her hunting instincts. These are likely due to her having cohabitated with another gecko when she came to us and having to compete for food. Her foster parents have been working with her and will be happy to share some techniques with her forever home.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Barnaby: sub-adult, 1.5 years old, undetermined gender, Bearded Dragon. Barnaby is the most expressive dragon who loves to eat and to chase bugs; Barnaby will even happily eat them off of tongs. Barnaby is still getting used to being held but does enjoy exploring. Baths are not a favorite activity, and Barnaby would do best in a home that is aware he/she may not be the most cuddly, but is so much fun to watch explore and climb. Barnaby also sleeps in the funniest positions! She/he was surrendered to us by a family who could no longer keep him but gave him a good start in life with nutrition and lighting.
Pick up in East Atlanta
MJ: adult, 4 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. She has eaten for her foster every time she has been offered her frozen/thawed meal and loves to explore when she's out of her enclosure (with supervision). MJ should have at least a 40-gallon tank in her forever home.
Pick up in Midway, south of Savannah
Lucas: adult, 3 years old, suspected male, Ball Python. Meet Lucas, the "midnight phantom" of the vivarium. Lucas loves to explore, often choosing to wrap around a wrist during handling time just to feel what’s going on. He’s not a fan of bright lights, preferring the twilight hours to come out and climb his jungle branches. Lucas is currently eating small, frozen, thawed rats once a week.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Tabasco: adult, male, 4 years old, Green Iguana. A true specimen of reptilian royalty, Tabasco rules his habitat with a silent, stoic demeanor. His days are spent in quiet contemplation, absorbing UV rays, and perfecting his intimidating glare. Hailing from a lineage that whispers of ancient Mexican coastal plains, he carries himself with a certain salsa, ensuring all know who is boss. His hobbies include maintaining his impressive dewlap and judging every life choice his humans make.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Spyro: adult, 3 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Spyro is a beautiful leopard gecko and loves to come out for dips in his pool and his bugs! He came to us with some shed impaction on his eye, but this has cleared up with proper husbandry (please do not submit applications with heat lamps for this reason). He is a very gentle guy and would do well with a family as long as they practiced safe handling.
Pick up in Bogart
Lizzy: adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Lizzy came to us having been housed with "Jane" (see above), so her foster took immediate action to separate and quarantine her. Although some experienced owners do house female leopard geckos together, it is not something we recommend. Her foster reports that Lizzy has a beautiful yellow coloring and is very curious. She loves to hunt and wiggle her tail.
Pick up in Moultrie, South Georgia
Boba: older adult, female, Leopard Gecko.
Boba is our tiny, speckled scoop of happiness, named for her sweet personality and her habit of bubbling with energy the moment she wakes up. Just like her namesake, she’s equal parts adorable and delightfully bouncy. She does well being handled, though she’ll absolutely wiggle, climb, and explore every inch of your hands and arms (and even your head and shoulders, because high perch is the best perch) to see everything going on around her. If you’re looking for a gecko who’s as charming as a fresh cup of milk tea and twice as fun, Boba might just be your perfect blend. We do have tanks available at our main Rockmart foster home (not where Boba is kept, but nearby), if you need to acquire a gently used tank for your application.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Pascel: 4-years old, female, Veiled Chameleon. Pascel laid a clutch of infertile eggs last year and recovered well. She loves to eat but doesn't like to be held (typical of this species). Her colors are vibrant, and she is really interested in what's going on both in and out of her enclosure. Please note that chameleons should be kept in open-air environments, and you can see our page "habitat & diet recommendations" for more information.
Pick up in Atlanta, near Sandy Springs
Biscuit: adult, 4 years old, unknown gender, Ball Python. Biscuit is a great python who enjoys handling sessions and has eaten every meal (small, frozen/thawed rats) at his feedings. He currently eats every two weeks. His owner had him since he was a hatchling, but wasn't able to upkeep his environment, and he became stressed (this can happen if temperatures or humidity fall). He has been doing extremely well with his foster, and is ready for his forever home. Biscuit still may have some growing to do, but adopter should prepare at least a 40-gallon enclosure for their application.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Echo: adult, 3 years old, suspected male, Bearded Dragon.
Echo is a healthy and active bearded dragon. He loves sitting under the heat and UVB soaking it all up. He enjoys eating his greens and bugs. He will make a great addition to a pet family!
Pickup in Moultrie, south GA
Pandora: adult, approximately 5 years old, Ball Python. Pandora is currently on a diet of frozen-thawed small rats. She does well with handling and would make a great snake for someone who doesn't want to purchase multiple tanks (as she is full grown).
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Blaze: juvenile, under 1 year old, undetermined gender, Bearded Dragon. Blaze came to us without having had any UVB on her tank previously, so she therefore has MBD. This will never go away, but it can be curbed, and many dragons with MBD make wonderful pets nonetheless. Being young, she loves to explore her tank, but with the MBD, she has a difficult time climbing, so she will need an enclosure that has easily accessible climbs. She loves to eat, but is still getting used to her balanced diet of greens and protein; currently, her foster encourages her to eat her greens with tong feeding (which is also a fun way of interacting). She is very easy to handle and loves to hang out with her foster mom and observe her other pets. Blaze would make a great pet for a family, as long as they were willing to continue her care as described above.
Pick up in Athens
Lester: sub-adult, under 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Lester came to us from LifeLine, where he was seized as part of an animal cruelty case. Despite his hard beginnings, he is a sweet snake who handles well and eats a small to medium rat weekly. He will still fit in a 20-gallon tank for a while, but the owner would need to be able to provide a larger tank as he grows.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Winchester: adult, 4 years old, suspected male, Ball Python. Winchester came to us from the same owner as Griffin. Due to a move, the owner could not keep either snake and wanted to make sure they went to a home that would care for them properly. He would be happiest in a 40-gallon tank with enrichment. He eats well for his foster, but does sometimes go on hunger strikes, which is typical for the breed.
Pick up in Augusta
Griffin: adult, 3 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Griffin came to us from Winchester's owner (see above). Due to a move, the owner was unable to continue to keep them and wanted to ensure that they would be placed with an owner who would care for them properly. Griffin is on the smaller side but would be happiest in a 40-gallon tank. He does sometimes refuse feedings, but this isn't uncommon for the species, and he picks back up with eating just fine.
Pick up in Augusta
Lilo: juvenile, female, under 2 years old, Leopard Gecko. Lilo came to us in a tank that was much too large for her and with another leopard gecko, which caused her to hide all of the time. Her foster mom is working with her to be comfortable being held (as comfortable as this species can get). Lilo loves her worms and goes to her bowl to wait for her meals. She would be a great reptile for a family as long as they understood this species is mostly observational. If you would like a habitat to go with Lilo, we have one available at a foster home in Decatur for a donation. Just let us know when you submit your application!
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Drago: young adult, approx. 1 year old, unknown gender, Bearded Dragon. Drago came to us just before his/her birthday. Drago did not receive the UVB needed at the beginning of their life and is much smaller than is typical, but they do not have any signs of MBD beyond the fact that their tail is a little crooked and that they are unlikely to grow any larger. Drago is adorable and about the size of a 4-month-old bearded dragon. Despite that, Drago is a very funny dragon who is a great eater and loves to explore. She/he is very fast and has not become used to handling yet, but is not aggressive. Despite not having the easiest start, Drago appreciates living the good life, exploring, and chasing bugs. Drago would do great with a home that is willing to continue to feed them appropriately and is aware they may or may not be a dragon who loves handling long-term.
Pick up in East Atlanta
Ta'Cala: young adult, Ball Python. Ta'Cala is on a diet of frozen, thawed small rats. Ta'Cala still may have some growing to do, but in order to offer her the best home, adopters should be prepared to show a 40-gallon tank or larger with their application.
Pick up in Augusta.
Fiddlehead Fern: juvenile, female, Green Iguana. Fern came to us from a member of the public who found her wandering, and we suspect that her previous owner released her. She has striking lime scales and the normal iguana disposition. Fern is a great eater with her foster! She prefers high vantage points and a humid environment where she can survey her domain with quiet grace.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Pineapple: adult, 7 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Pineapple may seem older, but ball pythons can live for up to 30 years, so really, she's got a lot of life to live! She eats well for her foster and handles wonderfully. Adopters should be prepared to show a 40-gallon enclosure for their application.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Tila: juvenile, 1.5 years old, female, Blue Tongue Skink, Halmahera-mix.
Tila has come a long way with her foster dad. She will need an experienced home, as she needs a lot of work to get where she needs to be. Her foster has Tila excited to eat from tongs, and some days she will gladly come out and hang out for a while. On other days, she prefers to be left alone. Overall, she will make a great addition to your home with the right care and attention. Please have previous BTS experience when applying, as Halmaheras are not the more well-known Merauke type; however, Tila will still require a 4x2x2 enclosure despite her species' smaller size. Tila is not a true Halmahera, but we have increasingly been seeing BTS mixes coming into the rescue, and we want potential adopters to understand that this is not the more "easy" Merauke.
Pick up in Midway, near Savannah
Spike: young adult, almost 1 year old, unknown gender, Bearded Dragon. Spike is sweet and energetic. He loves all kinds of bugs: crickets, hornworms, and dubia roaches. For treats, he gets super worms. He also enjoys his salads as well and he loves his basking spot. He can be held in small intervals because he would rather jump down and explore his surroundings. He would be a great pet for someone who wanted to watch their bearded dragon grow.
Pick up in Augusta
Nessie: adult, 7 years old, female, Bearded Dragon. Nessie is a very sweet bearded dragon who has laid one clutch of eggs in the past with her previous owner. She was well cared for in her previous home, but her owner was experiencing health issues and contacted us for support. Nessie is a good eater and has eaten everything her foster family has offered, except for strawberry tops! Blech! Every day, she gets greens with a mix of veggies (she has eaten squash, carrots, green beans, broccoli) and occasional fruit. She also likes superworms and dubias (but she's not good at catching them). She puffs up a little when you pet her, but she's fine after you take her out of the enclosure.
Pick up in Hiram
Whinny: adult, female, Veiled Chameleon. Whinny is a healthy chameleon who enjoys a variety of bugs daily and has recently taken a liking to the occasional mustard green in her bowl. She also eats greens when mixed in her bug cup. As is typical for this species, she doesn't like to be handled but doesn't shy away from being interacted with in her habitat. She was recently seen by one of our exotic vets for a few lumps that grew on the side of her face. They were treated, and have healed, and she will come with her vet records. Please see our recommendations for chameleon habitats on our page, and note that the smallest habitat size should be avoided.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Breezy: adult, approx. 2 years old, male, Sulcata. Breezy is a vibrant, 10-pound Sulcata tortoise with a personality much larger than his current shell. True to the name, Breezy loves to cruise around the yard, exploring every nook and cranny with an easygoing, carefree attitude. Currently the size of a small basketball, Breezy enjoys long sunbathing sessions, munching on fresh dandelion greens, and rearranging the lawn furniture. Though still in the youthful, energetic stage of life, Breezy is steadily growing into a gentle giant, bringing a sense of calm, steady joy—and a touch of stubborn charm—to everyone they meet.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Disco: adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko.
Disco came to us from an owner who took excellent care of her, but due to lifestyle changes, could no longer keep her. She tolerates handling sessions when going into her tank slowly and allowing her to recognize your hand (this is always good practice for handling this species). She enjoys exploring her environment and hunting her worms!
Pick up in Augusta
Momo the snake: young, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Momo has been with us since he was a tiny python, but now he has grown and will need an adult-sized enclosure. So far, he has not missed a meal! He is easy to handle. Please see our page, "Habitat and Diet Recommendations," to prepare for adopting.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Charlie: adult, 4 years old, undetermined gender, Spider Morph Ball Python.
*Please fully understand the medical needs of a spider morph BEFORE applying for Charlie.* Charlie came to us from someone who purchased him from a breeder but was unable to get him to eat. This is one of the normal issues this morph will encounter during its life as the practices used for breeding them are considered controversial in the modern reptile community. He successfully eats with his foster, but be prepared for future issues to arise with feeding down the road.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Apollo: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Crested Gecko.
Apollo came to us looking for his forever home! He is on the shyer side--don’t take it personally! Crested geckos are naturally more reserved than other species, and Apollo is no exception. He prefers to observe from the safety of his favorite hide before deciding whether the world is worth venturing into. He is a great eater and enthusiastically laps up his crested gecko diet (CGD) from his feeding ledge each evening. One thing to know about Apollo: he is a true escape artist! His forever home will need a secure, well-sealed enclosure (please follow guidance on our habitat page). Apollo has made it clear he likes to test his boundaries, so no gaps allowed! He is primarily an observational pet and would thrive with an owner who enjoys watching their animal and doesn’t want to turn him into a lap gecko.
Pick up in Atlanta, near Sandy Springs.
Sir Lancelot: adult, 10 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
As a Knight of the Round Table, Sir Lancelot is very chivalrous with his foster mother. He has eaten every meal his foster has offered (he is now on medium frozen/thawed rat every other week) and enjoys exploring his tank. He wasn't handled much by his previous owner and sadly suffered some neglect, but he hasn't let that interfere with his interest in people. He is a bit head shy (not uncommon for the species), and prefers to be taken out of his habitat gently with a bit of warning from the handler. Applications should show a 40-gallon tank or larger.
Pick up in Athens
Blaze Imani: juvenile, 1/2 a year old, unknown gender, Bearded Dragon. Blaze Imani is a sweet little dragon, but as is normal for babies, they can be a bit skittish when a hand reaches in the enclosure. However, Blaze Imani is more than happy to be held once picked up. They would do best with a family willing to work with them daily to get him accustomed to handling. Blaze loves to explore and prefers to perch up high, so their enclosure should include numerous hides and climbing opportunities. Regarding their diet, they eat super worms and dubias twice a day, along with a small portion of greens and vegetables once a day. Blaze Imani is currently in a 20-gallon enclosure with his foster but this will need to be upgraded to a 40-gallon within the next 6 months.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Teddy: juvenile, undetermined gender, 2 years old, Green Iguana. Teddy was left by his owner with a friend, who was struggling to house him properly. He did lose his tail, but this doesn't inhibit his ability to get around. He doesn't love to be handled, but his foster works with him often, and this will improve with time and patience. He is a great eater and has beautiful colors! He's hopeful he can be somebody's teddy bear!
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Basilisk: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Basilisk is the "king of serpents" and came to us from an animal shelter, as these facilities don't often have the capacity to keep specialty animals for extended periods of time. Basilisk is easy to handle and eats a frozen/thawed rat every other week. Owners should be prepared to show at least a 40-gallon tank as he is quickly growing.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: young adult, 4 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Born into the "family business" of being a docile, charming pet, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is not your average ball python—he is a global phenomenon. While he shares a name with the famous actor and wrestler, this Rock is much more interested in "boots to hides" than "boots to as@&$!" Dwayne is a powerhouse who lives by one motto: Finally... The Rock... has come back... into his warm hide. He is known for his intense, muscular coiling (constricting his favorite fuzzy stuffed animal) and his ability to "smell what The Rock is cooking" (mostly just frozen/thawed rats, but he’s very enthusiastic about it). Currently eating small rats.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Rusty: adult, 15 years old, male, Russian Tortoise. Rusty is very social for a tortoise. He enjoys being out of his enclosure and exploring. He also really enjoys spending time in the outdoor enclosure(under supervision). He is a good eater and will let you know when it's time to eat. He does prefer specific greens and pellets, which his foster dad can share with his new family. Rusty's favorite game is playing dead if he's not fed exactly on time. He will extend his head and legs out and refuse to move until his greens are replaced. No worries, unlike Sleeping Beauty, no kisses are needed to awaken him, just fresh greens. Please study our page "diet and habitat recommendations" for the correct habitat to build for our adoptable tortoises.
Pick up in Midway, south of Savannah
Velcro: adult, 5 years old, male, Crested Gecko.
Velcro would love to stick around with you! While he still has the jumpiness typical of crested geckos, Velcro is notably calmer than most and easily handled. He would make a great first reptile. He hasn’t been interested in live bugs for his foster family so far, but happily eats his crested gecko diet.
Pick up in Atlanta
Pretzel: young-adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Pretzel came to us having been fed live rats (which is never recommended) and had been bitten by one previously. His foster has successfully moved him to frozen/thawed rats, and he currently eats a small rat once a week. Adopters should be prepared to show a 40-gallon or larger, for their application. He handles well and enjoys being out of his enclosure.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Tostito: juvenile, under 2 years old, undetermined gender, Sulcata Tortoise.
Please plan to build a habitat that is similar to our recommendations for a Russian tortoise, as Tostito is still quite small. Tostito will also need consistent humidity to ensure that the shell growth stays healthy. Potential adopters should also be able to speak to their ability to create a larger habitat as Tostito grows, and eventually have an outdoor enclosure with electricity, as once this species is fully grown, it cannot be easily housed indoors, but it should not be exposed to temperatures below 60F.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Owala: adult, 3 and a half years old, male, Leopard Gecko.
Owala is a GREAT eater and will eat any insect you put in front of him. If the insects are quick (crickets or roaches) his foster has found it easier to use tongs for feeding so they don't get away. If you feed him superworms, he will hunt and eat them easily. Owala has a typical leo demeanor; he will let you handle him, but prefers to just hangout in his various hides, but he is a very sweet animal.
Pick up in Evans, near Augusta
Taz: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Taz is currently on the smaller side, but his foster family houses him in a 40-gallon enclosure, and he loves to explore. He is currently eating every other week, but sometimes, he chooses to skip a meal. He is an active snake and handles very well.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Sugar: sub-adult, 5 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Sugar came to us with multiple layers of stuck shed and will always need an enclosure that is closely monitored for proper humidity to avoid issues with shedding in the future. Sugar is very small for her age, and as long as the prospective adopter provided extra enrichment, Sugar would be happy in a 20 or 30 gallon enclosure. She has been handled often by children and eats every week without fail! Sugar handles easily and has been eating every week for her foster mom.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Diego: adult, 5 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Diego came to us from an owner who could no longer care for him. He is very gentle and handles easily. Adopters should be ready to show a 40-gallon tank (or larger) for their application.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Jormungandr: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Jormungandr is named after a monstrous sea serpent from Norse mythology! He came to us from an animal shelter, as these facilities don't often have the capacity to keep specialty animals for extended periods of time. Jormungandr is easy to handle and eats a frozen/thawed rat every other week. Adopters should be prepared to show at least a 40-gallon tank.
Pick up in Augusta
Saffron: adult, 10 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Saffron's foster called her "a very sweet girl" as she is quite gentle as well as beautiful. She is a bit more vocal than most leopard geckos and will vocalize if she doesn't want to be interacted with. She would make a great pet for an owner who was new to reptiles. We do have tanks available at our main Rockmart foster home (not where Saffron is kept, but nearby), if you need to acquire a gently used tank for your application.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Ernie: adult, 9 years old, suspected female, Ball Python. While some adopters may shy away from a 9-year-old pet, ball pythons can live for up to 30 years in captivity. Her foster mom brought her out to one of our education events earlier this year and reported that she did wonderfully with the crowd. She would be happiest in a 40-gallon tank, but the adopter could go larger if preferred.
Pick up in Augusta
Georgie: adult, undetermined gender, Russian Tortoise. Georgie is an adult, although we aren't exactly sure how old. Their previous family had them for two years, but received them fully grown. Unfortunately, Georgie's last family did not supply Georgie with adequate husbandry, so they have plastron deformities. Georgie gets around really well, but will need a family committed to providing them with the best enclosure, light and humidity for the species. Georgie has been with our group for a few months, ensuring a good diet and proper husbandry. They will always have a thicker shell (due to improper humidity), but as long as their family has a good habitat and give Georgie a proper diet for a grass-land tortoise, they can live a long and happy life!
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Livsey: adult, 6 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Livsey was surrendered to us by a young adult going off to college, which is why we ask for young people interested in adopting to have made a plan for the care of their pet for the duration of its life. Livsey loves to hunt bugs and is a great eater. She tolerates handling sessions well (for the species, which are really more of an observational pet). She would be really happy with a tank that had multiple mossy hides, as this is where she likes to spend most of her time. She does have some slight MBD in her legs, but this is not uncommon with the species if they didn't have a proper diet from their youth. It does not cause her any issues though and she loves to eat and move!
Pick up in Atlanta
Peaches: adult, 4 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Peaches came to us from a family whose children left the nest to go off to college, and they wanted for Peaches to have a family that would give her the attention she deserves. As this is a more observational species, Peaches would do best with a home that will respect her need for privacy. She eats well and loves to explore her enclosure. She is often out prowling the whole night through the cracks and crevices in her tank. Here she is pictured giving her stink-eye!
Pick up in Cumming
Aurora: adult, 6 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Aurora has been nicknamed "Roar" by her foster family, and he handles well (to a degree, but leopard geckos are more observational pets by nature). He is really the happiest in his enclosure. He came to his foster home a bit underweight, and they have been working with him to get him back to his full potential. He's now ready for his forever home! He loves to eat bugs and will often come out of his hide when his humans come into the room.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Left Eye: adult, female, Green Iguana. Left Eye was found in someone's mailbox and was brought to a vet's office in Duluth. We are unsure as to whether she was dumped in the mailbox or if she was a wild iguana who caught a ride to the Atlanta area, but she has a beautiful dorsal crest and colors, and eats well for her foster, which would lead us in the direction of a "pet" iguana, not a wild one. Left Eye had a previous injury to her left eye, but it hasn't let her stop enjoying life. Much like her namesake, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes of TLC, she lives life on the "Waterfalls" edge, always ready for a new adventure and never afraid to break a rule or two. With a splash of green and a dash of attitude, she proves that her life is "Unpretty"—perfect just the way it is. She brings her own flavor to the reptile world, proving she's a "CrazySexyCool" force of nature, just like the legendary icon she honors. She will need a home that is ready for her to blossom on her own time, but she does take handling in small doses.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Rosie: adult, 5 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Rosie came to us from the exotic vet office, For Pet's Sake, where she had been undergoing treatment for MBD and an infection. She was cleared from treatment, but the owner was concerned their husbandry would cause her to become sick again, and as they wanted the best for her, they asked for us to take on her care. She is an exceptionally sweet gecko and she loves to hunt her bugs. Since she has a history of MBD, the vet recommended continued use of UV light on her, although this should be shade dweller, zone 1 light.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Lucy: adult, 10 years old, suspected female, Ball Python. "Oh, Ricky!" I am Lucy, a large, beautiful female Ball Python known for being as sweet-tempered as I am long. I am not your typical "pet rock"—I am a curious, social explorer who loves to greet my humans when they come home. While some of my smaller cousins are shy, I’m known to confidently "periscope" (stand up) to check out the room, exploring with gentle tongue flicks. Eating medium f/t rats.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Gamera: adult, 14 years old, male, Sulcata.
Gamera is a 70-pound male Sulcata tortoise with a personality as massive as his prehistoric shell. Named after the legendary giant kaiju, this real-life monster-movie star spends his days bulldozing through the backyard, sunbathing like a professional, and turning pristine lawns into his personal salad bar. Though he cannot fly or breathe fire like his cinematic namesake, Gamera is an absolute force of nature. He functions as a highly efficient, heavy-duty lawnmower with a strict diet of grasses, weeds, and the occasional brightly colored hibiscus flower. When he is not actively grazing, he is usually remodeling his estate by digging massive underground bunkers or demanding chin scratches from his human keepers. Despite his rugged, armored exterior, Gamera is a gentle giant who loves routine, warm afternoons, and a good shell brushing. He is looking forward to spending the next several decades eating snacks, outliving the neighborhood foliage, and continuing his slow, steady march toward world domination.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
James (Jane?): adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Her foster is referring to her as "Jane" because it is likely she is a female. She has a beautiful spotted pattern and a sweet personality, which are a perfect match. She loves her insects and will make an amazing pet! Please note that leopard geckos are more of an observation pet and do require adult supervision.
Pick up in Moultrie, South Georgia
Maude: adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko.
Maude's previous owners contacted us after having had her seen by For Pet's Sake, as they were concerned their husbandry would not help her to get better. She has lost her tail at a point where it will not grow back (a bit difficult to have pictured here), and she had refused to eat, but this was likely due to husbandry in her home enclosure. She has made a full recovery through treatment by For Pet's Sake and through time with her foster and is ready for her forever home. She would do best in an enclosure that matches our recommendations: no overhead lighting (UV not recommended), and a well-maintained humidity. She also requires a bowl that will prevent her superworms or dubia roaches from escaping, as she is still a bit of a slow hunter. She has a very sweet disposition and is very curious about anyone coming near her enclosure.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Apollo: sub-adult, under 2 years, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Apollo is a sweet guy who needs a 40-gallon tank soon, so it's likely best to be in that size to start. He came to us from LifeLine, as he had been seized in an animal cruelty case. Despite this, he handles amazingly, and eats a frozen/thawed small to medium rat. He takes his name from the Greek God, Apollo, the god of healing, the arts, and music, and will be a wonderful addition to anyone's family.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
RT: adult, 6 years old, female, Russian Tortoise.
I am a 6-year-old Russian tortoise, which means I’m basically a tiny, armored dinosaur. I might look like a slow, grump-faced little rock, but I actually have a ton of energy and a massive personality.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Mushu: young adult, 1 year old, male, Bearded Dragon. Mushu is a very sweet, inquisitive, young dragon. He loves being handled by his foster family and is quite the explorer. He likes a busy enclosure with lots of climbs and hides. As he is not mature yet, he still has a heavy-protein, smaller salad diet, but this will change as he grows. He would make a great addition to a family that wants to see their baby grow.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Nephthys: adult, 2 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Nephthys is named for the Egyptian goddess of the house and home. Our Nephthys, however, is a healthy young boy! He came to us from someone who rescued him from Facebook, but then wasn't able to provide the proper care for him. He has made a full recovery with his foster home and he is ready for his forever family. He does not have a temperament that lends itself to being handled (not uncommon for this species), but he would make a wonderful observation pet. As he is lighter colored, his new home should keep UV to a minimum.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Fireball: adult, 5 years old, male, Bearded Dragon.
Fireball came to us not having had much interaction in his previous home due to circumstances outside of the owner's control, so while he is a wonderful eater with his salads and bugs, he will need someone patient who can allow him some time to adjust. If his new home has other pets, it would be advised that Fireball's enclosure be placed in an area where he cannot see them (additionally, it would be best to block the sides and back of a glass enclosure). He LOVES the water (as you can see here) and tolerates handling in short sessions.
Pick up in Augusta
Sasha: adult, 11 years old, suspected female, Boa.
This is a more "advanced" species than a ball python, so please include an application that supports the correct habitat for this species. At 11 years old, Sasha is in the prime of her life. No longer the feisty, defensive baby she was a decade ago, Sasha has matured into a calm, confident, and "chill" companion. She is a seasoned veteran of the reptile world, displaying the classic docile temperament that makes captive-bred boas such incredible pets. Sasha is a "professional" at handling sessions. She enjoys exploring, often draping herself over her owner’s shoulders to absorb body warmth, or slowly inspecting her surroundings with long, curious tongue flicks. While she is fully capable of immense strength, she rarely constricts unnecessarily, preferring to lounge rather than squeeze. She is currently eating large f/t rats.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Stormy: adult, 5 years old, suspected male, Leopard Gecko.
Stormy came to us from a college-bound student who had him from his youth. There was an issue with Stormy's early husbandry that caused the extensive MBD, which is pictured here. Stormy gets around just fine, nonetheless, but is considered a special-needs gecko in that he will never have normal use of his arms. He would make a great gecko for an owner who has had leopard geckos before and understands that Stormy will need an enclosure without extensive climbs, with a shallow bowl (filled daily due to evaporation), and a bowl for bugs that will not allow them to climb out. He finds handling a bit stressful, likely due to his lack of movement, but he is interested in his surroundings. He would do best with access to a zone 1, UV light to ensure the MBD doesn't progress.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Mexican Golden Red Rump: juvenile, undetermined gender, Tarantula.
We recently received several tarantula species into our rescue and they are now available for their forever home. We would request that potential adopters stick to the Tarantula Collective's website recommendations for a successful adoption.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Maui: adult, 5 years old, female, Crested Gecko.
Maui is a beautiful butter yellow color with a temperament just as soft and mellow. Climbing is his favorite activity, and she loves to perch on big branches to enjoy the evening. She loves a variety of food flavors and will not eat the same flavor for a long time. That is his only high-maintenance request she has. She is easily able to be held and doesn't mind a gentle back rub or head boop. Maui's left eye is sunken in, and her tail has dropped (not abnormal for this age crested gecko). Neither of these things holds her back in life. She can still navigate a multitude of branches and greenery in her tank. She loves to climb at all heights and widths and would do best in a larger tank. She isn't one for staying in one spot long.
Pick up in Athens
Dash: adult, approx. 1.5 years old, male, Bearded Dragon.
Dash came to us terribly emaciated in a box of plant dirt. Through patient work over the last 6 months with his foster, he has bounced back and, luckily, shows no signs of health problems. He eats well and, miraculously, shows no signs of MBD. He appears not to have been handled by his previous owner and will require a home that will have the patience to continue to work with him. Previous bearded dragon experience would be best for this guy so that he is with someone who is confident working with him.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Beetlejuice: adult, 2 years old, male, Blue Tongue Skink, Halmahera mix. Beetlejuice will need an experienced home, as he does not tolerate handling sessions, which is typical of the Halmahera. This species tends to stay smaller than the Merauke, but will still require a 4x2x2 enclosure. Please ensure you have done your research for this species prior to applying. Being mixed with Halmahera, Beetlejuice is going to need an owner with previous BTS experience, as this is not the more "cuddly" Merauke type that is commonly known. We have seen an influx of Halmahera mixes to the rescue recently, and want potential owners to be prepared.
Pick up in Augusta
Shi: adult, 6 years old, male, Leopard Gecko
When Shi came to his foster mom, he was quite shy, but he is out exploring more since we removed the constant overhead heat light that Shi has had all his life and transitioned him to a heat mat plugged into a thermostat. His foster continues to handle him a few times a week so he gets used to being picked up or moved; however, this is not a species that is easily handleable, and adopters should attest to this understanding in their application.
Pick up in Cumming
Salazar: adult, 8 years old, male, Ball Python
Salazar is a very calm and curious Ball Python. While he is a little shy when you open his enclosure, once he is out, he loves to explore and search around. He will also wrap himself up around you and just hang out. Photos don't do this beautiful guy justice; his dark colors contrast well. He currently eats a frozen/thawed small rat every other week
Pick up in Augusta