• Does Loving Leos charge for adoptable animals?

  • There are no adoption fees for animals.​

• Is Loving Leos a nonprofit organization?

  • Yes! As of April 8, 2025, Loving Leos Reptile Rescue Inc. is a registered nonprofit with the Kentucky Secretary of State's office. Our EIN is 33-4462181.

• How is Loving Leos funded?

  • Currently, all intakes and their care are paid for out-of-pocket. Crowdfunding campaigns are planned for the future, as well as merchandise sales to help pay for care expenses.​

• How will you ensure that animals are going to a good home?

  • The application process includes a few steps. Interested parties who apply must answer questions and have knowledge of care requirements for the animal they want to adopt.

  • If the applicant is accepted, they must provide proof of an appropriate setup for the animal before they will be allowed to take the reptile home. Having an environment already prepared for a new member of your household is important and helps to show an applicant's understanding of the animal's care.

  • For local applicants, an option to meet the animal before applying is available.

  • Applicants must be willing to accept constructive feedback on their setup. This is strictly for the long-term wellbeing of the animal they want to adopt.

  • Once everything has been approved, applicants must sign a contract with specific terms for the animal's protection. The contract requires that keepers reach back out to Loving Leos Reptile Rescue in the event they are no longer able to care for the animal. Fee penalties are also in place should the keeper not reach out 

  • If applicants are denied, I will direct them to resources where they can continue researching proper care for the animals they are interested in. Even if an animal is not adopted out to an interested party, I want them to encourage them to pursue more information to educate themselves on exotic care.

• Can animals be shipped?

  • Currently, all animals will have to be picked up locally, or within a 100 mile distance of Franklin, Kentucky. Many of the intakes have special needs and may become too stressed through shipping.​

• Are the animals available for breeding projects?

  • Absolutely not​. Even for animals who are in good health, Loving Leos does not condone breeding for any rescued pet. Many of our animals also have deformities, growth issues, or chronic problems needing long term attention. Genetics are never guaranteed and even where available, genetic background information will never be released.

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