Herps Alive Foundation

Ashley Rowan

2024-01

A great reptile/exotic rescue. The volunteers really care. Also a great place to purchase used tanks, equipment, lighting, even working bulbs . Please consider donating money to this organization.

Retta hans

2022-05

Wonderful place! Staff is very friendly and informative. Very helpful. Can tell they care about the reptiles.

Christopher Kibler

2022-05

They do really great work. I adopted my first pet, a ball python from them. I like how they quiz you on how you're going to take care of the animal before they consider you for adoption to make sure that it's going to a good home. We need more places like this in Ohio. Shout out to Keith, fighting the good fight out there.

Nate Stone

2023-05

Absolutely amazing people, unfortunately I had to surrender of one of my pets to them and they gave me 100% confidence and trust in them and as sad as I am to have had to surrender my pet I am happy that he is with such amazing people. Thank you to everyone that I spoke to their!

Tré Javért

2023-05

If you have been here and actually paid attention to the way these animals are “cared “ for you will understand this. Makes me sad to see how these animals are kept. They have a smooth front caiman possibly 3.5 to 4 feet in what looks like a 150 gallon- 200. The caiman can’t even turn around or move freely. Those animals need to be kept at that size in a way larger setup. Theirs an abundance of turtles in the same tank or black bowl where they’re basically on top of each-other. The water in all of these aquariums is absolutely disgusting. Entirely too much feces and super dirty water where you see it hasn’t been cleaned in god knows how long. Their is alligator and other snapping turtles in a small aquarium ( for their size ) with no basking rock to even get out of the water. Quite frankly it makes me very upset to see this at a “ rescue “. If you know anything about care 101 for these reptiles you’ll understand the problem. They’re so cluttered everywhere it’s horrible. I understand not having a lot of space , but their comes a time where you need to bite the bullet and either upgrade the size of your facility or simply stop taking animals in and refer to other rescues if they cannot have the proper care provided to them. Seems this place has other interests. Hope this changes in the future.

Audrey Hessell

2022-05

We LOVE Herps Alive! Every time my son and I go in everyone is so kind, helpful and informative. They always go out of their way to make sure my son has a fun experience by letting him hold or feed some of the animals. Also, Keith has done 2 events for us and he's just fantastic. He's so good with the kids and he always brings the best crew of reptiles and amphibians to show. It's always a good time with Herps Alive!

Big Country

2023-11

Adopted two ball pythons and the people their are very nice and helpful would definitely adopt again

Leigh Alexander

2022-05

A great place to adopt, get supplies, or just visit some great reptiles! The staff is really knowledgeable, and if one doesn't know an answer, they'll find you someone who does. The animals are so well-cared for and healthy!

Linda Yao

2022-05

What a hidden gem of adventure! Each rescued reptile (or amphibian) has a story and personality, brought to life by a staff of kind, knowledgeable caretakers. I can't wait to visit again and learn even more about these lizards, turtles, snakes, and toads... Don't forget to say hi to the tarantula at the front counter!

Chris Bumblebee

2019-05

The Herps Alive Foundation is simply amazing.This organization is completely ran by volunteers of all different strokes of life and experience.The executive director, Keith, is an absolute pleasure to learn from and look up to as a role model.He is incredibly experienced, easy to speak with, and is willing to help regardless of the situation.The energy and vibe from this organization is far more positive than words can describe whether it be within the facility or meeting them at a public event they're working outreach at.When you walk through the doors of the facility you're welcomed and offered assistance almost immediately - you don't even get that in most stores and the folks in stores are PAID not volunteers.Nothing but positive things to say about the facility and the organization itself.The facility houses several species of arachnid, amphibian, and reptiles.They are all housed properly and given phenomenal care.The facility is also equipped with a proper quarantine room, vet staff on hand, and so much more!Even if you don't want to adopt a new family member, The Herps Alive Foundation is definitely somewhere to visit!

LiLiotl

2020-05

This place was great, the manager was super nice and i talked to her about the different rescued reptiles they had there and she lets you interact with the reptiles with supervision. I held this savannah monitor that they found almost dead abandoned in an apartment and nursed him back to health, i fell in love and plan on adopting him after getting all the supplies to care for him. <3

Anita P.

2020-05

Great well educated people doing amazing things for reptile rescue

Brittany Reynolds

2019-05

This non-profit, all volunteer 5013(c) foundation serves an under-appreciated group of animals: reptiles and amphibians. They do great work and always do what they can to help the animals and make sure they go to good homes and help you find the animal you are looking for. It's a great place just to visit too, even if you aren't looking to add a new member to your family.

Pv

2019-05

I have been going here for a couple years now to buy supplies (tanks, heating, food, dishes, etc.) and everyone there has always been beyond helpful with finding what I need and the pricing on everything is amazing. I have not adopted an animal here yet but am looking to get a snake sometime very soon and Herps Alive will be the first place I check. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who owns reptiles or is looking to get reptiles.Also - how does the adoption process go?

James Trickey

2020-05

They were very informative on the information I needed in regards to my leopard gecko and was able to recommend me a reptile vet close by. You can tell that they absolutely love and take very good care of all of their reptiles. I will be returning when I go to get another reptile!!

Dragon Helm

2022-05

This place is an overdressed pet store with no real interest in helping out the public and they front as a "rescue" so they dont have to pay their staff or Vets because they are volunteers. Thank you for every time you said I can give you my animal not help my animal. Thank you for NOT offering the free services and expertise that you draw from unpaid employees and donations.

Danielle muadDib

2023-05

This place cares about its animals tremendously and it’s customers. No question is too dumb, no purchase too small. The first reptile rescue and shop I’ve been in that wasn’t drowning in ego’s.

Carolyn Adams

2019-05

Keith amd staff are awesome people. They really care about the animals they rescue and always are knowledgeable and helpful when i have a concern about my own turtleI am so lucky i found this place. Thanks guys for all you do...

Sebastian Marconi

2022-05

Amazing place that is run by dedicated, hard-working volunteers. I adopted a healthy bearded dragon named Rex from here and am in love with him.

Diana Dale

2017-05

They have great deals on gently used tanks, also have a bunch of turtles, lizards, and snakes!! An awesome reptile rescue with great staff that has alot of knowledge on the animals they rescue and sell. Also, they have an education program for young ones who are interested in reptiles!!

Kia

2019-05

I appreciate the passion they have for the animals and the work they do...I just think there is an overcrowding exhibit for their turtles in the front area where tou walk in. Also it would be a nice donation if anyone can give herps alive an heater for their entrance in the winter time because of the cold and there are herps in that area. Overall I appreciate the welcoming given and donate there if you can. :) it would make such a huge impact.

Jennifer Henderson

2022-05

The place has alot of reptiles and the workers were super helpful and they knew so much about there animals one of the best places i have found to go to get a new pet and everything they need from cages decorations lights and even both live and frozen food

Kaitlyn Valentine

2022-05

They help so many reptiles here! Volunteers are always friendly and helpful. I go about once a week for live rats as well.

Carrie King

2023-05

This place was ok. It was smelly inside tanks were dirty. We went to look at tortoise and it is a long process. To get one.

Riley Simplican

2019-05

I've been volunteering here for almost 2 years it's a great place with a great mission. Anyone looking for an education on reptiles or how to care for them properly should definitely stop by

Bailey Logsdon

2019-05

These reptiles are kept in absolutely HORRIFIC conditions. No one on the staff was actually knowledgeable about the husbandry of those animals. It was honestly heart breaking to walk through and see all of the incredibly filthy water, the tiny cramped cages, and the physically ill animals. Do not purchase anything from this business.

David Fitzwater

2020-05

Went with Boy Scout troop. Great Experience! Learned a lot with my son. Everyone was kind, knowledgeable and showed a great passion for their work with the animals.

joshua joles

2023-05

very helpful and allow kids to come in and help take care of the animals and clean their cages

prboustani

2022-05

Interesting animals, knowledgeable people, and GREAT prices.

Jane Riedel

2022-05

A non-profit Herps rescue. The All Animal Clinic refers clients with these unusual pets to Herps Alive! for help and advice on caring for their pets. A long-time community asset!