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Exotic Pet Surrender Event

September 10, 2023

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Do you have an exotic pet that you are no longer able to care for? If so, bring your pet to the Exotic Pet Surrender Event on September 10th between 12 PM and 3 PM at Marsh Haven Nature Center, located at W10145 State Road 49 Waupun, WI 53963

Do you have an exotic pet that you are no longer able to care for? If so, bring your pet to the Exotic Pet Surrender Event on September 10th between 12 PM and 3 PM at Marsh Haven Nature Center, located at W10145 State Road 49 Waupun, WI 53963

Area organizations will be accepting fish, invertebrates, reptiles, pet birds, small mammals, and plants –no questions asked.

Domestic pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, pigs, and chickens are not accepted. Owners of domestic animals should inquire with local pet shelters or rescues for options on rehoming their pets.

There will also be animal ambassadors you can meet and learn about, and a photobooth where you can take your picture with a rescued pet!

In some areas, there are no rehoming options for exotic animals such as fish, birds, and reptiles. Some pet owners that are unable to care for their pet may think that releasing the animal is the right thing to do, however, releasing a pet is harmful for the animal and the environment.

This event brings together a collection of area rehoming partners that provide responsible alternatives to release for exotic pet owners who are no longer able to care for their pets.

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue (JRAAR) is hosting the September 10th event with help from several other area organizations including Reptile Rescue of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Sugar Glider Sanctuary & Rescue, Rock River Coalition, Marsh Haven Nature Center, and University of Wisconsin Sea Grant/Water Resources Institutes.

This program is possible due to our sponsor Animart and Festival Foods

Questions regarding the Exotic Pet Surrender Event can be directed to John Moyles of J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue. He can be reached at adoptions@jraar.org