10/21/2026
🐍🦎 Happy Reptile Awareness Day — October 21! 🐢🐊
While we no longer have a doctor on staff who treats reptiles, we still want to use Reptile Awareness Day to share information and encourage responsible reptile ownership. If you have a reptile companion, make sure you know their species-specific needs and have access to a veterinarian experienced in reptile medicine.
Reptiles may be a little different from our furry friends, but they are fascinating animals with unique needs and an important place in our ecosystem. Today is a great opportunity to learn a little more about these incredible creatures!
🌡️ Reptiles rely on their environment to regulate body temperature. Proper heat and temperature gradients are essential for their health.
💧 Hydration matters! Depending on the species, reptiles may get water through drinking, soaking, food, or humidity in their environment.
🥬 Every species has different nutritional needs. A diet that is appropriate for one reptile may not be appropriate for another.
💡 UVB lighting can be essential for many reptiles. It helps certain species properly use calcium and maintain healthy bones.
🩺 Regular veterinary care is important. Reptiles can be experts at hiding signs of illness, so changes in appetite, activity, appearance, or behavior shouldn't be ignored.
🐢🐍🦎 The more we understand these amazing animals, the better we can care for them!
Happy Reptile Awareness Day! 💚
