It’s with heavy hearts that we share the loss of Phil.
Phil came to us back in October with a severe infection in his mouth. Over several months, he underwent multiple treatments, including rounds of antibiotics, medicated mouthwashes, and pain management. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, the infection could not be brought under control without surgical intervention.
After much consideration, we were faced with an incredibly difficult decision. We made the compassionate choice to humanely euthanize Phil, as we could not allow him to continue suffering in pain. Cases like this are some of the hardest parts of rescue work.
While this loss weighs heavily on us, we also want to share some positive news. In the past two months, we have successfully adopted out several dragons and snakes, and we’ve seen a noticeable increase in people reaching out to adopt or asking how they can help support our rescue.
As many of you know, we host two Reptile Expos each year, and all profits from door sales go directly toward our rescue efforts. These funds help provide housing, food, and essential veterinary care for the animals in our care.
If you’re interested in helping, we are always looking for volunteers to assist with events, fostering animals, or making donations. Please feel free to send us a message if you’d like to get involved or learn how you can help.
Thank you to everyone who continues to support our mission ❤️
Herptile Rescue and Education Foundation
The Herptile Rescue and Education Foundation (formerly ERAS) was founded in 1994.
Our objectives are the study and conservation of reptiles and amphibians, as well as the facilitation of communication between society members.
11/30/2025
For those interested in vending opportunities at the spring expo, please click the link below to access and complete the application. We look forward to seeing you in the spring.
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HREF Expo Vendor Application: Spring 2026 The Edmonton Reptile Expo is a well-known event that brings retailers and hobbyists together for a weekend of shopping. Our vendors offer ethically bred reptiles and amphibians, vivarium supplies, and more. Our Spring 2026 Expo will be May 2 (10AM-5PM) and May 3 (10AM-4PM) 2025 at the The Enjoy Cent...
10/01/2025
Dr. Jane Goodall, the pioneering conservationist and world’s leading expert on chimpanzees, has passed away at 91.
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09/29/2025
Do you love exotic pets or have friends or family with them? The city of Edmonton is changing the pet bylaws to ban all venomous reptiles and insects. This may sound good at first, but they have done so uninformed. The bylaw change does not account for the fact that some animals are venomous by the technical definition, but pose no medically significant harm to humans - such as the beloved and common pet bearded dragons.
We are sharing a petition that was made to encourage the city to change the rules before they come into effect in spring 2026. The change will result in thousands of abandoned animals otherwise.
Did you know? The province of Alberta already has a detailed list of reptiles that are legal to keep. Broadly speaking, the province bans owning:
- Large reptiles (such as large monitor lizards like Komodo Dragons, huge snakes like Burmese pythons, and crocodilians like American alligators).
- Medically significant venomous reptiles (such as Vipers, Cobras, Rattlesnakes, and Gila Monster lizards).
- Native Albertan reptiles.
Consequently, the city does not need to introduce legislation regarding reptile ownership; it is already more than adequately addressed by Alberta.
Petition link: https://chng.it/mDsPkvZ4c4
Alberta's controlled animals: https://open.alberta.ca/publications/controlled-animals
Sign the Petition Prevent changes to Edmonton's bylaw on exotic pets
09/28/2025
Day 2! We are ready for you! Come check out all the reptiles, supplies, plants, art, and snacks, and get photos with exotic critters! Sunday 10am-4pm.
📍 Find them at the Edmonton Reptile Expo
📅 September 27 & 28, 2025
📌 The Enjoy Centre – 101 Riel Dr, St. Albert, AB T8N 3X4
Buy tickets here
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