Little RES Q

Little RES Q The Little RES Q is Ontario’s first CRA registered charity reptile rescue.

We are a limited admittance shelter that restricts intake in order to uphold a standard in quality of life for the surrenders in our care. We implement a waiting list when necessary, use a foster care network to help, and emphasize adoption and responsible pet ownership for all types of reptiles.

Across Ontario, reptiles are surrendered, abandoned, or left behind every single week. At Little RES Q, we’re there to o...
12/02/2025

Across Ontario, reptiles are surrendered, abandoned, or left behind every single week.

At Little RES Q, we’re there to offer safe shelter, proper husbandry, and a path to a new, loving home — but we can’t do it without you.

Your Giving Tuesday donation helps turtles, snakes, and lizards get the second chance they deserve.

Give hope. Give safety. Give a future.
Gift a second chance today.

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/20319

Thank you to everyone who visited us and our special guest Santa Claws, at the Toronto Reptile & Plant Expo. He's especi...
12/01/2025

Thank you to everyone who visited us and our special guest Santa Claws, at the Toronto Reptile & Plant Expo.

He's especially busy this time of year bringing treats and toys to all the terrapins and scaled friends of the world, so we are especially grateful he stopped by.

To those who took photos with Santa Claws, please expect your photos by the end of the week in your email.

Huge thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers who donated their time and energy to helping us at this expo.

See you next time!

TOMORROW is the big day! The Reptile and Plant Expo is holiday-ready and we've managed to convince Santa Claws and his t...
11/29/2025

TOMORROW is the big day! The Reptile and Plant Expo is holiday-ready and we've managed to convince Santa Claws and his trusty turtle (plushie), Rudolph to visit!

Come and see us at booth 186 & 187 from 11am - 3pm for photos with Santa Claws and pick up a few stocking stuffers and other rummage sale items to make this holiday season extra special.

We are bringing our tanks and refurbished items too so make sure to visit us first!

See you tomorrow!

For every turtle released into local waterways by misinformed owners — we’re there.For every surrendered bearded dragon ...
11/26/2025

For every turtle released into local waterways by misinformed owners — we’re there.

For every surrendered bearded dragon in desperate need of medical care — we’re there.

For the last surviving snake discovered in an abandoned rooming house — we’re there.

At Little RES Q, we speak for the silent creatures who can’t ask for help.
Where neglect and abuse are far too common, we show up with compassion, expertise, and a second chance.

We are there.

Help us help them by donating this Tuesday on CanadaHelps: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/Littleresq/

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Hey turtle friends, Wednesday is the last day to get your Reptile Express shipments out before the holiday shutdown!Here...
11/22/2025

Hey turtle friends, Wednesday is the last day to get your Reptile Express shipments out before the holiday shutdown!

Here’s what’s heading out from Little RES Q this week — if you have any final shipments to arrange, make sure they’re booked before the cutoff. Ship early to avoid delays!

Next weekend is the big Reptile & Plant Expo! We have a special friend coming to visit our booth - it's Santa Claws! We'...
11/22/2025

Next weekend is the big Reptile & Plant Expo! We have a special friend coming to visit our booth - it's Santa Claws!

We've convinced him to stay for a while and take some photos with our supporters so stop by for the Little RES Q's first official Meet & Greet with Santa Claws… and a reptile friend!

For just a $5 donation, you’ll receive a photo sent to you after the expo. Every dollar goes directly toward supporting Little RES Q and helping the turtles of Ontario.

Join us from 11am–3pm and stop by for your photo with Santa Claws!

Stinker is a sweet 13-year-old razorback musk turtle who’s ready to find her perfect forever family. She comes as a comp...
11/17/2025

Stinker is a sweet 13-year-old razorback musk turtle who’s ready to find her perfect forever family.

She comes as a complete package with everything you need to continue her care:
• 120-gallon aquarium with a sturdy homemade stand
• Fluval FX5 canister filter
• Lighting & heater
• Aquarium décor
• Her favourite hide, where she spends most of her time snoozing

Stinker is an easygoing girl—she’s happiest with her weekly water changes, light bulb replacements when needed, and her preferred NorthFin turtle pellets. While she hasn’t fully basked in years, she loves perching near the top of her tank under the light while still in the water (a setup recommended by her vet).

She’s a gentle, quirky turtle with lots of personality and would make a wonderful companion for someone who can continue her proper care.

Adoption fee: $500
This includes Stinker and her full setup, though our priority is finding her the loving, committed home she deserves.

If you’re interested in giving Stinker a peaceful forever home, please send us a message! 🐢💚

Today, on Remembrance Day, we pause not only for every human who sacrificed their life for our freedoms……but also for th...
11/11/2025

Today, on Remembrance Day, we pause not only for every human who sacrificed their life for our freedoms…

…but also for the countless animals who stood by their sides.

Horses who carried them.
Dogs who ran messages through danger.
Pigeons who delivered vital intelligence.
Mules, donkeys, camels, elephants—who hauled supplies through conditions many humans could not survive.
Even dolphins and seals, who were trained to detect mines.

They never volunteered.
They didn’t choose a side.
Yet they served. And many gave their lives.

Today we honour them too.




A huge thank you to the Niagara Community Foundation - LetPets Live Fund for your generous donation. This donation will ...
11/08/2025

A huge thank you to the Niagara Community Foundation - LetPets Live Fund for your generous donation.

This donation will directly support building two greenhouses at Audrey’s Legacy Turtle Sanctuary.

Your support makes real impact for the turtles in our care.

We are grateful for you. 💚🐢

S'no big deal, right? It's just a bit of snow...Audrey's Legacy Turtle Sanctuary (turtlesanctuary.ca) is officially clos...
11/03/2025

S'no big deal, right? It's just a bit of snow...

Audrey's Legacy Turtle Sanctuary (turtlesanctuary.ca) is officially closed and the timing couldn't have been better.

Keep warm, turtle friends!

We're at the Ottawa Pet Expo today and tomorrow at the EY Centre. Come and meet Arthur the turtle, pick up some merch to...
11/01/2025

We're at the Ottawa Pet Expo today and tomorrow at the EY Centre.

Come and meet Arthur the turtle, pick up some merch to show your turtle-pride, or pick up some essential Christmas items to help make your tank extra festive this holiday season!

See you soon!

Arthur is so excited to meet all of his Ottawa turtle-friends! Make sure to check out the special note from us at the bo...
10/30/2025

Arthur is so excited to meet all of his Ottawa turtle-friends!

Make sure to check out the special note from us at the bottom of this post.

We will be at the The Ottawa Pet Expo THIS WEEKEND!
Location: EY Centre, Ottawa
Dates: Nov 1–2, 2025
Tickets & details: ottawapetexpo.ca

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of this event, the RESQ will be closed from Friday to Monday this week: October 31st-November 3rd 2025.

We will not be available to receive intakes, calls, and will be away from the computers while we're at the expo. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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31021 Highway 48
Pefferlaw, ON
L0E1N0

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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+14165515863

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