Q: I have a reptile I want to surrender to MOVHR how do I do that and will you take it?
A: There is an animal surrender form on our surrender page. Complete that and we will get back to you and let you know if we are able to take your reptile in. Remember we only accept Non-venomous reptiles as space and resources dictate.
Q: I found a hurt or injured wild reptile will you take it?
A: No. We are not authorized to take in wild animals. Contact your local DNR office to see what to do.
Q: I'd like to come visit and see the animals before I apply to adopt. Is this OK?
A: We are not open for "browsing", nor are we a pet store. Animals are usually shown on the website. All adoptions are done via application. Once an applicant is approved they will be extended an invitation to come do a meet and greet for the animal they applied for. If the meet and greet doesn’t go as well as expected either side may choose not to continue with the adoption process.
Q: Why do you charge an adoption fee?
A: MOVHR is not funded by any source other than donations and adoption fees. Therefore, in order to have funds available for vet care, etc., adoption fees are vital.
Q: Why can't I sell or give away an animal I've adopted. After all, it's mine now, right?
A: NO. The adoption contract is not a sale contract. Ownership of the animal remains with MOVHR - we are simply granting you physical custody of the animal, with the understanding that you are responsible for its needs. In the event you cannot take care of it any longer, it comes back to us so we can find it another home. In special circumstances at MOVHR’s discretion written permission may be granted for the animal to be transferred. This is intended to keep dealers and compulsive animal traders (yes, those folks do exist!) from acquiring "cheap" animals from us that they don't intend to keep.
Q: Why do owners surrender their animals to MOVHR?
A: Lots of reasons. The most common reasons are: they were moving; a parent or spouse doesn't like reptiles; the animal got too large/aggressive to handle; child grew up and left the animal with parents; child got bored with it; new children in family; new job demands; etc. Most surrenders fall into those categories.
Q: I’d like to donate to MOVHR. Can I get a tax-
A: Not yet. We are in the process of completing our 501c3 application.
