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Arrowhead Reptile Rescue

Animal rescue in Cincinnati, OH

Arrowhead Reptile Rescue was started in 1991 and is a network of rehabilitators and foster homes located in the Greater Cincinnati area. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of displaced reptiles and to herpetological education. Arrowhead is supported solely through donations and private contributions, and we are run by a small staff of volunteers. We are fully licensed and approved by ODNR and the USFWS for education and reptile rehabilitation.

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Cincinnati, OH 45011
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Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH 45011

Adoptable pets at Arrowhead Reptile Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie (NC)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Bonnie (NC)

Lizard

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Mistletoe's adoption status with email updates.
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Mistletoe

Lizard

Female, 3 yrs
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Aida's adoption status with email updates.
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Aida

Iguana

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Tank's adoption status with email updates.
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Tank

Lizard

Male, 2 yrs
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Lizard

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on zubeia's adoption status with email updates.
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zubeia

Gecko

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Dragon's adoption status with email updates.
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Dragon

Snake

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Pumpkin's adoption status with email updates.
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Pumpkin

Snake

Male, 3 yrs
Cincinnati, OH

Rescue FAQs

Only reptile rescue for several states. Our clients have come from OH, WV, VA, NY, PA, KY, TN, IN, IL. Our MOU's for emergency response cover 31 counties in OH/KY/IN. Authorized for disaster response, wildlife rehabilitation, and dangerous animals.

Additional adoption info

Adoption fees set half of retail value. Most reptiles adoptions are between $10-50. Approval requires completion of 3-page adoption application, submission of photos of cage and habitat, and veterinarian reference. Adopters sign a basic adoption agreement stating they will provide proper care of the pet for life, which we can provide upon request.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Arrowhead Reptile Rescue

SICSA Pet Adoption and Wellness Center

8172 Washington Church Rd.,
Dayton, OH 45458

Pawsome Animal Welfare Society

8199A Beechmont, 249,
Cincinnati, OH 45255

Racing For A Home Animal Rescue

West Harrison, IN 47060

We'll also keep you updated on Frankie's adoption status with email updates.
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Frankie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 9 mos
Hamilton, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Cocoa Chanel's adoption status with email updates.
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Cocoa Chanel

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Burlington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 11 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Eric's adoption status with email updates.
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Eric

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 mos
Richmond, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Beatrice's adoption status with email updates.
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Beatrice

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Cincinnati, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Lightning 2024's adoption status with email updates.
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Lightning 2024

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Cincinnati, OH

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