Welcome to IRR

Welcome to Iowa Reptile Rescue!

We are dedicated to rescuing unwanted and mistreated reptiles and amphibians in central Iowa & surrounding areas.

As reptiles are becoming more and more popular as pets the number of these unwanted pets is also on the rise. Many people walk into a pet shop and can easily purchase a cute little snake or lizard not realizing that in a few years these pets grow large, consume large amounts of food, and like cats and dogs, when upset they can have a painful bite.

People also don’t realize how much care is involved in owning a reptile, even a small one. Reptiles and amphibians require daily attention, food, water and vet care just like any other pet. Most pet shops do not offer information about care and their staff is uneducated about the animals they are selling.

This is a growing problem resulting in many unwanted & neglected reptiles.