We’re a family in Toronto who love reptiles. It started simply: people kept reaching out to surrender snakes and small animals they could no longer care for, and we couldn’t say no. So we take them in — no judgment — make sure they’re healthy and comfortable, and then match them with people who’ll give them a great long-term home.
What we are (and what we’re not)
We’re not a pet store, and we’re not a registered rescue or charity. We don’t take donations and we can’t issue tax receipts — we’re just hobbyists who care. Surrendering a reptile to us is always free. Adopters pay a rehoming fee of roughly $50–$100, which goes toward the food, enclosures, substrate and vet care that animal needed while it was with us.
Rescue & rehoming
Wondering how reptile rescue works in the GTA, what we can and can’t take, or which registered charities to contact if we’re full? We explain all of it in one place.
Who we are
Toronto Reptiles is run by Olivia and Chris Birkbeck — experienced reptile keepers with years of hands-on experience across a wide range of species. We’ve kept everything from small geckos to large constrictors, and we bring that depth of knowledge to every intake, care decision, and rehoming conversation. We’re a small household that opened our home because we believe every reptile deserves knowledgeable, committed care.
Have a reptile or looking for one?
If you have a reptile you can no longer keep, reach out — we’ll talk through whether we’re the right fit. And if you’re looking to bring a new animal into your life, take a look at who’s currently looking for a home.
