Aimed toward helping reptiles and other exotic pets. Saving Scales Reptile Rescue of Michigan is based out of the Lansing area. They plain and simple WON'T respond. When a dog is surrendered, it is important to provide the right mental support to help them adjust and help them feel safe. Donate Kalamazoo welcomes the first and only reptile rescue of south west Michigan!

I have adopted from other rescues and have gotten quick responses by both email and phone. We are excited to gain valuable knowledge in the hatching process and raising vulnerable hatchlings. We are a smaII, foster based rescue that reIies on our own funds to care for medicaI treatment, suppIies, food and other items needed to care for our animaIs before the right homes are found for them. It never happened. After a potential match is made the adoption application will follow. Mar 22, 2010 #2 Itort Well-Known Member.

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However, no guarantees can be made because of the nature of rescue. Terms and conditions: Northwest Tortoise does it’s very best to provide a healthy turtle/tortoise at adoption. Northwest Tortoise operates in good faith and will not knowingly adopt an unhealthy turtle/tortoise to anyone. “Turtles need rescuing?” “Yes, unfortunately,” is always the answer.

"Click here to view Reptiles & Amphibians in Michigan for adoption. I want someone who is interested to have If pointing out the fact that the rescue isn't maybe acting in a quick enough manner to save some animals lives because loving and caring people are being ignored through email gets us in trouble, then i don't mind the repercussions.

Certified. Dima is social, curious and ready for a forever-home. Messaged the Colorado humane society in response to an animal and got a response back that day. She is NOT a candidate for breeding. We are primarily an owner Surrender Rescue. She told me at that time that her daughter, Stephanie, handled the responses, and that she would personally ask her to respond to my emails. This includes potty training, crate training and leash training. All beaks and nails will be trimmed prior to adoption. Reptile/Amphibian. Tacoma is a colorful, active awesome box turtle! ​Michigan Doodle Rescue Connect is a 501c3 Rescue. EImwood TurtIe & Tortoise rescue's mission is to provide experienced Ioving homes to unwanted tortoises, aquatic and box turtIes in Southeast, Michigan.

Just like any other captive animal, humans have an incredible ability to mistreat them. National Turtle & Tortoise Society. Become a supporting member today! Both are on the board of the society and are listed as contacts for the rescue. Michigan tortoise/turtle rescue. Her owners brought her all the way from Michigan!

And yes, they are a 501(3)c rescue organization with many affiliations throughout the state and the country. First-time owners are welcome. That and I have family in Grand Rapids and routine business trips to Detroit, so I could easily extend a normal stay for a pick-up. If they have someone you want though, be persistent. She’s an active box turtle and loves to be outside hunting.

Sent another e-mail today on the same subject. I will not skimp on screening potential adopters! Adoption fee $75, © 2018 Northwest Tortoise. Most pets arrive at shelters because the owner had to move, could no longer afford the pet, had a death in the family, or simply gave up the responsibly of being a care taker for a Tortoise. Beak and nails will be trimmed prior to adoption. The company's filing status is listed as Automatic Dissolution and its File Number is 753942. Poor dental can result in heart issues and other health problems.

The goal is to rehabilitate them until they are healthy and adopt them to people who have done their research and really understand what it takes to keep a turtle/tortoise for life. This was a new experience for us (and will be a limited experience). She’s got the classic malnutrition signs. Realistically we can't. Whether it’s improper care, outright abuse or as simple as the owner looses interest, they deserve a better home. - ♥ RESCUE ME! Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-1:00pm. I am glad they are taking care of all of these turtles and torts and giving them a safe home but if they don't ever respond to emails their true purpose will never be reached. The goal is to rehabilitate and rehome, not keep indefinitely. Michigan Turtle And Tortoise Rescue is a Michigan Domestic Non-Profit Corporation filed on September 9, 1997. Northwest Tortoise is a 501 c3 non-profit company that is dedicated to education, rescue and captive breeding of turtles and tortoises. I have been trying for years, and even have spoken personally to the director. In this case the following guidelines apply: If you are interested in adopting a rescue, please follow the following steps: Please keep in mind I do work an actual job that takes 40+ hours of my week. Alice 3-Toed Box Turtle Female, 1# 9oz., 26 years confirmed.

They still haven't read my e-mails. Northwest Tortoise is a 501 c3 non-profit company that is dedicated to education, rescue and captive breeding of turtles and tortoises. This big ~ 22 year old gal traveled from Michigan to Ohio to find her new home! Most pets arrive at shelters because the owner had to move, could no longer afford the pet, had a death in the family, or simply gave up the responsibly of being a care taker for a Tortoise. She has an offset lower jaw/beak that will require maintenance. I am looking to rehome my 15 year old red ear slider to a good home. Phoenix 85082-6935 (602) ASK-NTTS Anyone happen to be acquainted with the folks that run the Mid-Michigan Reptile Rescue in Bay City, MI? All rights reserved. Here are couple of email contacts I got off the Michigan Herp Society website. I try to respond within 24 hours. (Adoptions requiring Delta Dash will be considered on an individual basis). We are Certified in Pet First Aide & CPR Training. Yeah i've emailed about 4 times in response to their 2 red foots and still haven't heard back.