Abandoned pet reptiles, amphibians, exotic’s, and small mammal rescue/shelter in Las Vegas?

Question by SnowCone: Abandoned pet reptiles, amphibians, exotic’s, and small mammal rescue/shelter in Las Vegas?
I am very interested in taking care of abandoned pets. I’ve been trying to search this on my own, but I don’t know what to search…

I have kept a number of small reptiles and mammals and try to learn about a different animal in the pet trade every week or so -I know about small mammals like chinchillas, hamsters and ferrets, a lot about cockatiels and a little about other bird species. Then there’s numerous species of land and water turtle, hermit crabs, small snakes, a few lizards that I know a lot about. I even know a few things about fennec foxs, mud skippers, and sugar gliders, -the list goes on.

I can’t find any volunteer work in my area that works along side my interest in certain species. I’m not looking for pay, I’m looking for something that would involve managing the right conditions for abandoned animals, even if that means just scrubbing down their cages and refilling food dishes.

My zip code is 89117, anywhere within a 20~30 minute drive would be nice… But if I have to, I’m willing to drive an hour to visit the location. If that isn’t possible, I wouldn’t mind the chance to foster animals inside my home instead of visiting a shelter of some sort.

Fyi, I don’t do well with taking care of sick and recovering animals, this is why I don’t want to become a vet… I just want to provide love and care for pets that was never offered or was taken away from that kind of environment.

I’m 17, about to turn 18 so it would have to work with my collage classes soon. I also want to know if I should take any specific classes that will help me in this field of volunteer work?

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Answer by b_bardi99
go to petfinder.com
type in your zip code,and the animals you want to work with,like iguana,lizard,snake?
it will show you all the rescues
you can call and ask about working/volunteering there.

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need small animal?

Question by joelkrause57: need small animal?
Ok well i live in Australia and my parents are sick to death of all these interest rate hikes and are really sick of paying mortage and ****** so we’ve decided that we will sell the house and rent…but the thing is most wont let you have animals like dogs and cats, and of course we have 3 cats and 2 dogs and about 17 fish(in aqaurium) and a cockatiel. we realise we wont be able to take these animals with us (with the execption of the fish maybe even the bird) so i need a small animal that can fit in a tank or cage..im ****** scared of snakes and spiders and lizards so none of them, anything but them….

any ideas?

Peace Out!

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Answer by rumple_maddy
Mabe a yabbie

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How can I get rid of small flying black bugs that look like beetles the size of fruit flys?

Question by Kawada Shogo: How can I get rid of small flying black bugs that look like beetles the size of fruit flys?
I think they came out of some bird food for my cockatiel that I forgot to freeze…. I tried vacuuming them up in a bagless vacuum, but I think they escaped again!! What are they, will they multiply??? Help!!!!

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Answer by ailurozoo
That sounds like the things I called “beetle-y bugs” when I had them (I’m not an entomologist ). I put up some fly paper strips, and after I finally discovered the source and got rid of it (it was a food source) they went away pretty quickly (a few days). They won’t hurt anyone, they’re just annoying.

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How to put a cockatiel into a small cage

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Is it safe to feed my cockatiel small bits of yogurt?

Question by musicrazy94: Is it safe to feed my cockatiel small bits of yogurt?
He’ll only take a bit, but I want to know if its safe for him or not. If not, I’d like to know of any other harmful foods for my bird.

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Answer by Calypso
yougart is totally fine for your beaky friend! Just in small ammounts, and no chocolate flavor!
Check out this website for a list of foods and household items that you have to be careful of!

http://www.avianweb.com/toxicfoods.html

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If my bird is not feeling well, is it good to let him listen to relaxation music at a small volume?

Question by LibertySoundRange: If my bird is not feeling well, is it good to let him listen to relaxation music at a small volume?
Or is it better with no music at all?

I know that animals like classical, relaxation or mellow music, but what if they’re sick or not feeling well, like my cockatiel?

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Answer by colin-irene D
usually if a bird is sick they like to sit quietly ,,and sleep most of the time,,speak gently to him to reasure him that you are there if he needs you,,and if he carries on being unwell please take him to the vets,,,good luck,,,,,,,hope he feels better soon,,,,,,,,,

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I need real feedback on whether or not i should get a small pet?

Question by xshadow: I need real feedback on whether or not i should get a small pet?
i am 18. i’ve been wanting to get a small pet for over a year now, preferably 2 rats or maybe a cockatiel(haven’t decided yet). i’ve done tons of research on both these animals, yesterday my mom said that i can get a pet, but i am suddenly hesitant because im worried they will get tumors or some other health problem and die. plus, the animals cage can’t be in my bedroom(except for when i take them out to play) because my room is always freezing cold, it sometimes gets below 60(i do have a heater in my room but it can’t be turned on 24/7). there is room for the cage in the dining room, but i have a cat who is a killer. my cat would probably be sitting next to the cage all day. i don’t want my rats, or cockatiel, or what ever animal i get(if i get any) to be scared & become stressed because of my cat. ive owned pets before. parakeets, a hamster, and guinea pigs. that was before i had a cat though. anyway, if i do get a pet, and if the animal(s) becomes sick, then my mom would have to pay for the vet bill, and though she MIGHT be able to afford it, it will be such a strain on her to spend hundreds of dollars…my mom currently has 2 dogs. her 11 year old cocker spaniel has health problems, so she already pays for his vet bills. my mom currently doesn’t have a job, neither do i…

so, should i get a small pet or should i just wait…? thanks

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Answer by Kegan
i have a chiuaua and i LOVE him soooo much they are sooooo fun you should get a small animal

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What small animal should i get: rats, or birds….?

ok, well i am 18. i’d really like to get a small pet. i’ve done a lot of research on rats, cockatiels, and lovebirds. they all sound great. i just can’t decide which one i should get. i am leaning towards 2 rats more than anything…but my bedroom really isn’t a rat proof room. plus, i have a cat who is a killer. she kills wild mice all the time. of course if i got rats i’d keep my cat & the rats away from each other, but i don’t know. what should i get, rats, cockatiels, or lovebirds?

thanks

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