Exotic Animal Breeders in San Diego

Your neighbor to the left has a dog, and to the right, a few cats. But you're not really into this kind of pet, and the cutesy names nauseate you, or at the very least make you laugh at the lack of creative nomenclature. Or maybe you want a non-human companion, too; but an unconventional one. If you're looking to trade fur and fuzz for scales and scutes, try going through a local exotic animal breeder.

The advantages of purchasing a reptile from a breeder far outweigh the convenience of buying from a pet store down the street. For one, reptile breeders dedicate their lives to the understanding and well-being of the animals, and therefore ensure your reptile to be healthy and treated as humanely as possible. Breeders have tons of knowledge and know-how regarding how to care for your pet, and can answer any questions with confidence.

Whether you're looking for the typical lizards and frogs, to more exotic and mysterious creatures like snakes, exotic animal breeders can match you to your unfurry friend in no time, so they can slither your way into your heart and home.

Discover a few San Diego exotic pet breeders for your next cold-blooded friend.

Sandfire Dragon Ranch in Bonsall
Sandfire Dragon Ranch, located in northern San Diego County, is known for the breeding of bearded dragons, but also raises lizards, frogs, snakes, geckos and more. With large outdoor enclosures, it has become one of the only free-range dragon populations around. Knowledgeable staff and a climate very similar to the dragon's original habitat make Sandfire Dragon Ranch a great place to find a pet. For more information, visit Sandfiredragonranch.com.

Alpha Dragonz
Alpha Dragonz in San Diego promises three important things about itsreptiles: quality of life and health, a great personality, and vibrant color. Bearded dragons, "the puppies of the reptile world," are great for first time reptile owners and veterans alike. With names like Ridiculous Red, Citrus and Lavender Bearded Dragons, there's definitely a hue for you. For more information, visit Alphadragonz.com.

Amazing Blue Reptiles in Valley Center
If you want the psychedelic vibrancy of a Panther Chameleon, Amazing Blue Reptiles is the place to go. Specializing in this unique kind of chameleon, Amazing Blue Reptiles also offers other reptiles and scaly friends. This is a family-owned and operated business, with loads of information about care and health of the reptiles. Until the reptiles are in the possession of their new owners, the Amazing Blue Reptiles family treats them like their own family pet, making sure all pets are loved and cared for from the beginning. For more information, visit Amazingbluereptiles.com.

San Diego Turtle and Tortoise Society
If you'd like a slower, shyer and more hard-shelled friend, why not adopt a turtle or tortoise? The San Diego Turtle and Tortoise Society has many species that need a good home. If you can offer the proper environment and have a soft spot in your heart for these introverted Testinudes, make an appointment or fill out an application. Sometimes being hard-shelled isn't so formidable after all. For more information, visit Sdturtle.org.

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