Herps Alive

Herps Alive The Herps Alive Foundation is a non-profit reptile rescue and education organization.Herps Alive!
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The Interactive Reptile & Amphibian Experience, is a traveling, educational Herpetology program. The Herps Alive Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to saving, rehabilitating and caring for unwanted, neglected and abused reptiles and amphibians, and to finding new homes for them when possible, with an emphasis on educating the public. Since our founding in 2013, we have found homes

for over 3,000 reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates!! Licensed and insured, the Interactive Experience offers hands-on displays, lectures, roving programs and custom-designed residencies throughout the country. We have appeared on nearly 300 college campuses in 36 states and at over 500 other venues, performing thousands of programs for tens of thousands of people since we started as a high school project in 1976. Pricing varies with the type and location of program, starting at $200.

01/15/2025
Huge thank you to the Bachman family, the anonymous (there was no name) cookie fairy and Hailey C. for your generous don...
01/14/2025

Huge thank you to the Bachman family, the anonymous (there was no name) cookie fairy and Hailey C. for your generous donation of volunteer snacks and turtle food! 💖🐢

One South Euclid is a key community supporter.
01/10/2025

One South Euclid is a key community supporter.

🌟 Spotlight on Herps Alive Foundation! 🐍🐢
One of South Euclid’s hidden gems, the Herps Alive Foundation Reptile Rescue and Education Center, is making changes to better serve our community. Starting 2/1, their full Saturday hours (12-6 PM) will return. Plus, beginning 2/2, they’ll be open Sundays by appointment only from 12-6 PM, allowing them to participate in even more off-site outreach events.

As a cornerstone of the animal education and rescue community, Herps Alive provides vital resources for reptile care while sharing their mission of compassion and awareness throughout Northeast Ohio. 🦎💚

Let’s show our support for this incredible organization and the amazing work they do for both reptiles and the people who love them. For more information or to schedule an appointment, reach out at 📞 216-374-1392 or 📧 [email protected].

A short stack.
01/09/2025

A short stack.

01/09/2025

Just a reminder -- listed ball python fees DO NOT include the current $15 or 15% off. The regular fees are listed.

BP419 "Minerva" is a 3'+ beast of a female pinstripe ball python. She is an absolute sweetheart and thrives on thawed sm...
01/09/2025

BP419 "Minerva" is a 3'+ beast of a female pinstripe ball python. She is an absolute sweetheart and thrives on thawed small rats weekly. I have been adopted.

Interesting info.
01/09/2025

Interesting info.

01/08/2025

For Immediate Release -
January 7, 2025

Herps Alive Foundation Announces New Hours of Operation

South Euclid ,OH- The Herps Alive Foundation Reptile Rescue and Education Center is pleased to announce new hours of operation, starting February 1. On that Saturday, full hours 12-6 will be restored. Starting Sunday ,February 2, the venue will be open by appointment only between 12-6.

“This adjustment will not only allow us to better serve our clients, but it will allow us to participate in more off-premises outreach events,” according to Executive Director Keith Gisser. “Outreach has always been a major part of what we do, and in recent months we have had to cut back on that aspect of our mission.”

The Foundation will maintain its weekday hours of operation, being open to the public Tuesday and Thursday from 12-6 and Wednesday from 4-9.

For additional information contact the Herps Alive Foundation at 216-374-1392 or by-mail at [email protected].

01/07/2025

IMPORTANT: Starting Saturday, February 1 we will be open 12-6 on Saturdays and Sundays will be by appointment only. Please share.

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01/07/2025

Starting in 2025, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary will be prohibiting balloons at all reservations and onsite parties and events. This includes balloons that would be kept inside or on displays or at picnic tables or any decorations and games and gender reveals. This is to keep our animals and environment safe.
Thank you for understanding!

01/05/2025

Keith will be in Columbus in 2 weeks and will be able to accept surrenders. Please message us if you need assistance

We would like to thank the Ballon family for the ecoearth and pillow cases (or as our director likes to call them "Natur...
01/04/2025

We would like to thank the Ballon family for the ecoearth and pillow cases (or as our director likes to call them "Natural fiber, gas permeable, thermal insulating Reptile transport bag"), Jennifer Demuth for the cute hide with water dish, and the unnamed person who sent paper towels!!!

The nearly patternless Antaresia python that was adopted yesterday (Children's? Spotted? opinion seems split) seems to b...
01/04/2025

The nearly patternless Antaresia python that was adopted yesterday (Children's? Spotted? opinion seems split) seems to be enjoying his new home. Thanks to Ashley (FB won't let us tag he) for adopting him and for the photo

Address

1487-1489 Garden Drive (Facility)
South Euclid, OH
44121

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

(216) 374-1392

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The turtle fundraiser continues.. The turtles at Herps Alive need your help! There are currently over 200 aquatic turtles that reside at the foundation due to no fault of their own. We are trying to upgrade their filtration system to keep them happy and healthy. You can find ways to donate at herpsalive.org under "support our mission".

The turtle fundraiser continues...

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