GTA Reptile & Exotic Pet Rehoming
Give a Reptile a Second Chance at a Forever Home
Toronto Reptiles is a small Toronto household offering no-judgment reptile rehoming across the Greater Toronto Area — we take in surrendered reptiles and exotic invertebrates, get them healthy and settled, and find them caring new homes.
GTA
Wide Rehoming Area
No
Judgment — Ever
Every
Application Personally Reviewed
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Welfare-First Care
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Ethically Cared For & Responsibly Rehomed
About Toronto Reptiles
A Small Household Built on Passion and Experience
We take in reptiles and small animals people can no longer keep, get them healthy and settled, and find them caring new homes. We’re a small household that genuinely loves these animals — not a store and not a registered charity, just people trying to do right by them. Surrendering a reptile to us is always free. Adopters pay a small rehoming fee that helps cover food, supplies, and vet care while the animals are with us.
Toronto Reptiles is run by Olivia and Chris Birkbeck — lifelong reptile keepers who believe every animal deserves a safe, knowledgeable home. When you surrender to us, there is no judgment — only care. Every animal we take in is assessed, rehabilitated if needed, and placed only when we are confident the match is right. Rehoming here isn’t first-come-first-served; it’s about finding the right fit for the animal and the new owner.
Experienced keepers — Olivia & Chris have years of hands-on reptile care
Right-fit rehoming — every application reviewed personally, no first-come-first-served
No-judgment surrenders — life changes; we’re here to help without shame
We’re not a pet store, and we’re not a registered rescue or charity — we’re a small Toronto household that loves reptiles. Surrendering a reptile to us is always free. When an animal is adopted, a small rehoming fee (typically $50–$100) goes toward the food, enclosures, substrate, and vet care it needed while it was with us.
Looking for a Home
Reptiles Available for Adoption
Ball pythons, a hognose, a tarantula, and more — each one assessed, cared for, and waiting for the right home.
Thoughtful & Straightforward
How Adoption Works
01
Browse Available Reptiles
Visit our adoption page to meet the animals currently in our care. Each listing includes species info, temperament notes, and care requirements so you can find the right match for your experience level and lifestyle.
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Apply — We Review for Fit
Submit an adoption application and Olivia or Chris will personally review it. We’re not looking for perfection — we’re looking for the right home. We may follow up with a few questions to make sure everyone is set up for success.
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Meet & Welcome Them Home
Once approved, we arrange a meet-and-greet so you and the animal can connect before the official handover. We’ll share everything we know about their habits, feeding schedule, and care needs — so you feel fully prepared from day one.
Surrendering a Reptile
We’re Here When You Need Us
Life circumstances change — and sometimes keeping a reptile is no longer possible. We understand, and we never judge. If you need to find a new home for a reptile or exotic invertebrate, reach out. We’ll do our best to take them in or help connect you with appropriate resources.
✓ No judgment — we know life happens
✓ All species considered — reptiles and exotic inverts welcome
✓ Health & rehab — every animal assessed and cared for before rehoming
✓ Serving the GTA — reach out and we’ll discuss logistics
✓ Transparent process — we keep you informed every step of the way
📍 GTA-based rehoming household: Contact us and we’ll work out the best way to get your animal safely into our care.
Adoption & Surrender
Ready to Take the Next Step?
We’re Here to Help
Adoption applications reviewed personally
✓ Ball pythons available now
✓ Hognose available now
✓ Tarantula available now
✓ New animals added regularly
✓ Surrender intake open
Happy Adopters & Grateful Surrenderers
What People Are Saying
★★★★★
I was devastated when I had to give up my ball python — I felt like I had failed him. Olivia was so kind and understanding. Knowing he went to a safe, knowledgeable home made all the difference. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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We adopted our hognose from Toronto Reptiles and the whole process was so thoughtful. Chris and Olivia clearly care deeply about matching animals with the right people. We got so much useful information about care — we felt completely prepared.
★★★★★
I’d always been nervous about getting a tarantula but after talking with Olivia I felt completely at ease. The adoption application process showed me they really care about where their animals end up. Couldn’t recommend them more highly.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out and we’ll get back to you within a few hours.
Is adoption first-come-first-served?
No. Every adoption application is personally reviewed by Olivia or Chris. We look for the right fit for the animal — considering your experience level, enclosure setup, and lifestyle — not just who applied first. We want every placement to be a lasting one.
What animals do you currently have available for adoption?
We currently have ball pythons, a hognose snake, and a tarantula looking for homes. New animals are added as we take in surrenders. Visit our adoption page for the most up-to-date listings with full care notes.
I need to surrender my reptile — will you judge me?
Absolutely not. Life circumstances change, and the most responsible thing you can do is find your animal a safe place to go. We have zero judgment for surrenders. Reach out via our surrender page and we’ll discuss the best way to help.
What areas of the GTA do you serve?
We serve the Greater Toronto Area — including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Markham, Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke, Ajax, Pickering, and surrounding areas. Get in touch and we’ll work out the logistics for surrenders or adoption handovers.
What happens to my animal after I surrender them?
Every surrendered animal is assessed, given appropriate care, and rehabilitated if needed before we consider rehoming. They stay with us until we are confident the right adopter has come along. We do not rush placements.
Do I need experience to adopt?
Not necessarily — it depends on the animal. Some of the animals in our care are well-suited to first-time keepers with good preparation; others need an experienced home. We’ll discuss your background honestly and match you with an animal that fits your level. We also provide care guidance at handover.
What is a rehoming fee, and why do you charge one?
Surrendering a reptile to us is always free — there’s never a cost to give one up. The rehoming fee (typically $50–$100) is paid only by adopters when they take an animal home, and it helps cover the food, enclosures, substrate, and vet care that animal needed while in our care. We’re not a registered charity or non-profit — we’re a small Toronto household, and the fee simply helps us continue doing this sustainably.
Get in Touch
Adopt, Surrender, or Just Ask
Whether you’re interested in adopting, need to find a new home for a reptile, or just have questions about a species — we’re happy to hear from you. Fill in the form and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
📍 Serving all of the Greater Toronto Area
🐍 Reptiles & exotic inverts welcomed
⚡ Response within 24 hours
💚 No-judgment surrenders always welcome