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Today we took in (14) 7.5 month old dragons, many missing feet, whole limbs, parts of tails. There were 12 more in the clutch that went to a foster home to be rehabilitated. These babies were the result of a novice breeder that wanted to hatch a clutch of eggs from her adult pair and then couldn't or wouldn't part with the babies. She kept them in 2 large groups and finally just got overwhelmed with feeding, cleaning, and vet care from injuries. They did have a decent diet and UVB and seem to be in fairly good health, despite missing parts. They are all pretty dragons and quite sweet. Hopefully, in 30 days or so, most of them will be looking for adoptive homes.
Please, if you are a novice and considering breeding your dragons, think about it long and hard before you do so. As a rescue, we've been seeing more and more dragons needing rehoming in the last 8-10 months. Let's not make them the next Green Iguana.

I really think this needed to be said. I worry about all of the "new" owners that want to breed their dragons just because they can. I do not breed, nor do I intend to because it is an incredible amount of work and there are plenty of quality breeders out there that do a great job already. I really fear that beardies will go the way of iggies and the market will be flooded with animals. This serves to drive the price down and put them in to the "disposable" pet category.

I would listen to this advice and think long and hard before deciding to breed your dragons. Just because you can doesn't mean you should.
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Stacey

That is a really sad story! I cant believe the ignorance that person showed by allowing these animals to suffer that long prior to finding a solution! They made a mistake by breeding without the proper know how, but they are human and mistakes happen. The thing that bugs me is they waited that long to find a solution. IM just glad there are people and organizations like you guys out there to care for these unwanted and sometimes neglected animals.

On another note, I am going to be adopting a bearded dragon tomorrow from mid Michigan reptile rescue tomorrow and I couldn't be more excited. You guys provide a wonderful service for these animals and I just wish there were more people out there that would look into adoption rather then running out to a pet store. There are many wonderful, fun, loving animals to be found in adoption that can provide more enjoyment then any purchased animal!!! I cant wait to pick up sissy! Ive been excited since I found out I was to adopt her. I hope to hear more about this story.

Thanks
patrick
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2.0.0 Veiled Chameleons (Eros & Himeros)
1.1.0 Senegal Chameleons (Francois & Fifi)
0.0.1 Pigmy leaf Chameleon (Franklin)
1.0.0 Sandfire red/gold Beardie (Whitey Ford)
0.1.0 Brown Basilisk (Leroy, I know shes a girl!)
0.0.1 Chinese Water Dragon (Maggie May)
0.0.1 Marbled Gecko (Chalmers)
1.0.0 15 year old Eastern Box Turtle (Radar)

Coming soon
Female Bearded dragon names Sissy from the Mid Michigan reptile rescue. I pick her up on Saturday the 13th!

Very Glad they are all getting new homes and will be okay

Thanks to all the rescues, for doing such a wonderful job, caring, and placing all these hurt, sick and unwanted lizards !

I have a disabled female chuckwalla, who is the sweetest little girl, and makes a wonderful pet! To me shes PERFECT !

They ALL need LOVE !
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Eve

For those that do not know, Jiffy and her daughter work with many reptiles and do an amazing job. Once in their hands these animals lack nothing and are well cared for, sometimes for months, then careful screening for new homes for their future success and most of all, they are loved and spoiled!

They receive no income for their time, but do ask for assistance in offsetting vet bills and shipping when adopted. I know that even that does not come close to covering all the expenses to give these dragons a chance at a good life, they do it from the heart and that to me deserves acknowledgment and respect.

They were very helpful to me when we got in twice as many failure to thrive dragons as I normally take and some that were neglected badly and needed ongoing care after stable. The reptile industry owes much gratitude to them and all they do in educating owners, caring for and placing these animals.

Thanks to you both again
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Today Jen saw the 2 Dragons that were in need of immediate Vet care. She has already arranged surgery for the male with the gangrenous tail and it will cost me less than $75, bless her heart. The poor dragon won't have much tail left but we've already got someone interested in adopting him when he's ready to go. Of the 14 Dragons that we took in only two have all of their parts intact. There are 2 females that are missing a complete front arm, one female that is missing both right feet, and the rest are missing various degrees of digits, feet and legs. I know that in the group of 11 that are being fostered elsewhere, one female is missing both back legs at mid-thigh.

Everyone here is eating fresh salad like champs! Their stools are a bright green/blue color from the pellets they were being fed, and they stink pretty bad. As soon as I see some normal stools we'll have the fecals done. They look to be in good health overall, and hopefully we will find loving homes for them all when the time comes. I also hope to have photos next week...still waiting for Steph's new camera to arrive.

Thanks again, everyone. Your moral support is greatly appreciated and it's friends like you that help us go on and stay in the right direction. It's gonna be a long haul!

P.S. Got 2 more iguanas today too. That puts our iguana count at 29. Lately my dreams always revolve around chopping greens! LOL

or other misc supplies I can ask others to donate? Acidolphiliz , rep-cal pellets?

I know you have Dr Jen there to help with meds and checkups, but if there is anything we can send, let me know
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