Reptiles are as much animals as dogs and cats are, and deserve to be saved from abusive owners!

Reptiles are as much animals as dogs and cats are, and deserve to be saved from abusive owners!

The Issue

Hi everyone, recently our reptile rescue group came across a seriously emaciated bearded dragon lizard on craigslist. Every bone in his spine, legs, and skull were showing through his skin. His spine is extremely malformed due to lack of nutrition. Wanting to rescue him, we contacted the authorities about his condition, but since he is a lizard, they refused to do anything about the sheer case of starvation this poor animal went through. He is struggling for life in his new rescue home, and barely has energy to lift his head. He has seen a vet and he confirmed he hasn't eaten in possibly over a month. Would you starve your dog for a month and expect not to get animal cruelty charges? Lets' show the media that we care no matter if it's a dog, cat or lizard. It's still a living being!

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The Issue

Hi everyone, recently our reptile rescue group came across a seriously emaciated bearded dragon lizard on craigslist. Every bone in his spine, legs, and skull were showing through his skin. His spine is extremely malformed due to lack of nutrition. Wanting to rescue him, we contacted the authorities about his condition, but since he is a lizard, they refused to do anything about the sheer case of starvation this poor animal went through. He is struggling for life in his new rescue home, and barely has energy to lift his head. He has seen a vet and he confirmed he hasn't eaten in possibly over a month. Would you starve your dog for a month and expect not to get animal cruelty charges? Lets' show the media that we care no matter if it's a dog, cat or lizard. It's still a living being!

The Decision Makers

South Whidbey Record
South Whidbey Record
Newspaper
The Whidbey Examiner
The Whidbey Examiner
Newspaper

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