Caliber Exotic Supply is dedicated to the ethical care, rehabilitation, and rehoming of reptiles and exotic animals. Our adoption policy ensures that every animal receives long-term, responsible care in a safe and knowledgeable environment.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, complete the official application form, and demonstrate appropriate knowledge of species-specific care. Caliber Exotic Supply reserves the right to deny any application if it is not in the best interest of the animal.

All animals are assessed for health, temperament, and feeding consistency before adoption. While we strive for the highest health standards, we cannot guarantee ongoing health after rehoming. Adopters are encouraged to schedule a veterinary wellness check within 14 days.

Adoption fees help offset care, housing, and veterinary expenses. Adoption fees are non-refundable except where required by law. Returning or surrendering an animal does not automatically entitle you to a refund, replacement, or credit.

Policy version CES-LA-2026-11-01-v2. If you can no longer care for an animal adopted from Caliber, contact us first for an approved return or rehoming plan. Requests are subject to assessment, available space, quarantine capacity and a confirmed intake appointment. Immediate intake is not guaranteed. You remain responsible for care until Caliber or another agreed recipient formally accepts custody. Never abandon an animal at our premises. A surrender does not create a right to repayment of purchase price, adoption fee, equipment or care expenses. Permanent ownership transfer must be recorded in a signed surrender or return agreement. An enquiry, appointment or temporary assessment alone does not transfer ownership. Once a permanent surrender is signed and the animal is accepted, there is no automatic right to reclaim the animal; any later placement requires Caliber’s approval and applicable adoption requirements. Temporary boarding is governed by its separate agreement. Full policy: https://caliberexoticsupply.ca/live-animal-return-policy/

Adopters must provide an appropriate, safe, and enriching environment that meets or exceeds species-specific standards, including proper enclosure size, temperature gradients, humidity, lighting, and nutrition. Proof of enclosure setup may be required prior to approval.

Caliber may request reasonable post-adoption updates or photographs, normally within 30–60 days, to support the animal's welfare. If a concern is identified, the adopter agrees to communicate and cooperate with reasonable corrective steps. Any return or enforcement will be handled under the signed adoption agreement and applicable law.

While breeding is not recommended for rescue animals, we understand that some adopters may choose to do so. If you decide to breed an adopted animal, you assume all associated risks and responsibilities. Caliber Exotic Supply will not be held liable for any injury, illness, or death resulting from breeding attempts. Should an animal be harmed or die during this process, it may affect your eligibility for future adoptions.

Animals must be picked up in person or through approved transport arranged with Caliber Exotic Supply. Transport may be delayed during extreme weather for the animal’s safety. The adopter assumes full responsibility once the transfer is complete.

The adopter acknowledges the inherent risks of keeping and handling reptiles and exotic animals, including bites, scratches, allergies, zoonotic disease exposure, escape, and property damage. After transfer, the adopter accepts responsibility for safe care and handling. Nothing in this policy excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

Personal information is collected for adoption screening, animal-welfare follow-up, recordkeeping, and related communications. It may be processed by service providers supporting the website, email, records, veterinary coordination, or legal compliance. Caliber will not sell personal information and will limit its use, disclosure, access, and retention to reasonable business and legal purposes.

This acknowledgement confirms that the applicant has reviewed the adoption policy. It is not approval, does not reserve an animal, and does not itself transfer ownership. A separate final adoption agreement must be completed when an animal is transferred. The signed adoption agreement will govern if it conflicts with this general policy.