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Hi,
I called the MSPCA, but since they aren't open on the weekends I left a message. I then called the pet store and talked to a manager. I told them that the Uro would die since they are keeping it in the wrong conditions, and that I had contacted the MSPCA. The manager asked what was wrong so I gave him the entire list. He then concluded by saying "We will take your suggestions to heart. Thank you." So, I dont know if they will change the conditions it is being kept in, but I am going back to the pet store tommarrow to check. If it isn't changed, I'll talk to the manager again, but I don't know what else I can do. Any other suggestions?
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~Sarah
1.0 Mali Uromastyx (Draco)
1.0 Russian Tortoise (Pookie)
4.5.22 Millipedes (6 different species)

You're off to a good start by trying to get them to change their care conditions. Don't give up. Keep trying to contact the MSPCA - they will open up tomorrow. Be persistent. Be *polite* also, but don't let up and don't give in. And whatever you do, DON'T buy the poor uro. That will only encourage them.

Good job and keep it up!! Keep us posted on how it's going!
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Torey
1.1 Uromastyx Geyri (Joe and Arthur)
0.1 Anolis Carolinensis (Leeloo)
1.0 Betta Splendens (Mr. Miagi)
1.1 Felis Domesticus (Roscolux and Jenny)

Just be polite, take everyone's name, and take some pictures! Maybe if you go in there with a camera and document everything photographically, it will make the store managers know you're serious. Good luck. The Uromastyx Hardwicki is a pretty rare species. Consider that their natural habitat is Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Northern India: not the friendliest or well-cared for environments right now...

-Paul