Cen-Tex Reptile & Wildlife Services

10/14/2023

10/11/2023

09/04/2023

UPDATE: He has been found. He has some tar on top of his shell where he was dropped in the street. But aside from that he's just fine. Thank you to everyone who shared and helped get him home!

‼️One of our tortoises was stolen from the backyard between last night and this morning. He is about 50lbs with a dent in his shell. He’s a rescue and has special needs. We just want him back. No questions asked. A police report has also been filed. Please help us find him.‼️

08/23/2023

We love and appreciate all the support from all organizations and individuals, but at this time we are shutting down shows indefinitely. As much as Brandon and I have enjoyed it all, it has taken a toll on our mental health and the physical health of our animals. We will be regrouping, and revamping with a possible name change.

We want to get back to our passion and not being entertainers/rehabbers.

Yes, we will still help and assist to re-home reptiles. And we also know rehabbers for wildlife to possibly take in.

Again, Brandon and I appreciate you all more than you know and we can’t say that enough. ❤️❤️❤️

08/08/2023

Picked this handsome little Wester Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) from some folks who had found him in their garage. Poor little guy was seeking refuge from the heat like we all are. Little fella will get a drink and be released. In this extreme heat and drought, all animals are seeking relief. Please be kind to all kinds. We are all here just trying to survive.

08/03/2023

Beautiful gravid western diamondback rattlesnake we relocated today. She made her home under someone’s shed. Glad we were able to get her or their neighborhood would have had a big surprise come September!

So fun fact! Rattlesnakes give live birth! They also know what to do from the moment they are born. They hunt for themselves and defend themselves.

Also! Baby rattlesnakes can control their venom. Their venom glands are so small that it takes more of their venom to have the same result as an adult.

Rattlesnake venom is also used in various medicines to help treat blood pressure, arthritis and cancer!

The more you know!

07/24/2023

We are so proud of our junior herpetologist Paislee! She spent her summer taking a class to learn more about our misunderstood friends. Her passion is exactly what we need for our young generation. Kids are the future. Before too long she will be educating Brandon and I.

Shout out to her mom and dad for letting her pursue her passion.

07/19/2023

Just removed this little Yellow-Bellied Racer from a home.

07/06/2023

Just picked up this pretty little Eastern Hognose (Heterodon platirhinos) So much huffin' and puffin'. These drama noodles always do their best to look and sound scary. When that doesn't work they fake their own death. This little fella has a bunch of mites so it's going to get a soak to remove some before it is released.

06/29/2023

5am Rat Snake call. Shout out to Gatesville PD for calling me to remove someone's unwanted house guest. It had found itself trapped in a families bathroom. Beautiful colors on this Western Rat Snake also commonly known as a Texas Rat Snake or Chicken Snake.

06/28/2023

We had a great time yesterday sharing our animals with the kiddos at GymKix in Copperas Cove. They asked so many questions and were super excited to get to meet our scaly and not so scaly friends. We appreciate every opportunity to share our passion with the next generation.

05/30/2023

Brandon Forrest is out of town this week. Any relocations please contact Fallon Rae Redding or Landi Hill.

05/18/2023

We appreciate everyone and love all of the support and donations we have been getting for the care of these animals. We are going to take a short break from the page and presentations to focus on the animals we currently have in our care. People can still message us about snake IDs and relocations.
*beautiful Hognose for attention*

05/12/2023

Got a call from a gentleman about a rattlesnake at a property just outside of town a short while ago. This pretty little Western Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) had set up residence too close to humans. It's 20 inches long and had 2 rattles and a button. Never rattled or struck but was certainly vigilant and ready to defend itself. It will be released further from human habitation where it can hopefully live a nice full life.

05/08/2023

We got this big boy from underneath this truck between the fuel tank. Took a water hose and some finagling, resulting in us getting muddy. He gave us quite the fight! We are thankful for these calls and he will get a look over and then released somewhere safe.

05/06/2023

Frank update: He is now up to 305 grams! He was only 210 grams when he came into our care back in March. As a full grown adult he needs to be at least 450 grams so he still has a ways to go but he is making amazing progress! His personality comes out more and more all the time! He LOVES attention and his meal times 🖤 We would like to give a huge thank you all who have donated and helped in any way with Franks rehabilitation! Anyone who wishes to help Frank or any other intake we have there is a link to our Amazon list in the comments. 🖤