Arrowhead Reptile Rescue

Shows and Presentations

Why an educational program with Arrowhead? Simple. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and the proceeds go towards animal conservation and rehabilitation. Enjoy your presentation knowing you are helping animals in need at the same time. Book with Arrowhead Reptile Rescue and your donation is tax deductible.

We give educational presentations to schools, youth groups, colleges, community programs, and any other person or organization. Educational presentations are limited to personal time availability. We will make EVERY EFFORT to fill your request for an educational presentation.

We need at least 1 month's notice to book a presentation, please.

Our presentations take an average of 45 minutes, but we will customize our show to meet your time availability and current teaching curriculum or area of study. We meet the Ohio State Science Standards with our educational presentations as well!

We will bring up to a dozen live animals with us, some of which may be large boas and/or pythons, monitors, dragons, dwarf caiman, iguanas, and/or turtles, depending on availability. We maintain positive control and restraint with the animals at all times, and we take all safety measures necessary. We will also bring shells, artifacts, and other reptile bones and hides.

Due to the stress involved in transporting animals, our reptile presentations must be limited to the Greater Cincinnati and Greater Dayton areas.

Education Permit #15-72 ODNR

Federal permit #M75156A-1 USFWS

Book a Show

If you would like to schedule an educational presentation, please contact our education coordinator.

Arrowhead Reptile Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit #90-0942484.

Proof of $2 million liability insurance coverage available upon request.

Want a Free Classroom Reptile?

We have many classroom appropriate pet reptiles available for adoption and will waive the adoption fee for teachers keeping the reptile in their classroom. We may even have free caging and equipment we can provide with the animal.

Some of Our Many Satisfied Clients

Cincinnati Public Schools

Lakota School District

Madeira School District

Clermont County Library

Kenton County, KY Parks

Loveland School District

St. Aloysius Orphanage

Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of America

Clovernook School for the Blind

KinderCare Learning Centers

Indianapolis Public Schools

Cincinnati Museum Center

Norwood School District

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

Clermont County Parks

Radical Reptiles w/ Jeff Corwin

Junior League of Dayton

Sogeti, USA

Professional Reptile Training

We will provide professional training for law enforcement, humane societies, animal control officers, wildlife officials, and many other organizations. Arrowhead can tailor classes, lectures, and hands-on programs to meet your educational requirements.

Want to know how to safely trap and catch a loose reptile?

Ever wondered what state and federal laws affect reptiles?

Would you like your volunteers, staff, or officers to be prepared to deal with a reptile when necessary?

From reptile handling skills to identification, we can prepare and educate you how to properly deal with our cold-blooded friends. How can we help improve your operations and expand your knowledge? Inquire about booking a training session today!

Arrowhead Education Center

Arrowhead Reptile Rescue's mission is to help unwanted, sick, or injured reptiles and amphibians through wildlife rehabilitation, pet rescue, education, and emergency disaster response. We rehabilitate wildlife for release back to the wild, and we also assist captive reptiles who are in need of new homes. Spreading knowledge of these wonderful creatures are the best ways to prevent wildlife from being injured and to ensure people have the right knowledge to care for them as pets.

Our education page is geared to give the public the right information to properly care for and maintain their pet reptiles in a way that's best for both animal and owner alike. We also want potential owners to have the information they need to make an educated choice on what type of reptile is right for them.

Not having the right information can lead to unhappy, unhealthy pets as well as frustrated or possibly injured owners. A lot of reptiles can make great, rewarding pets. Others can be dangerous in inexperienced hands.

Our education page has a number of care sheets and articles to help you decide if a reptile is the proper pet for you and if so, what kind would suit you the best.

If you have further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us!

Articles & Guides

The following articles are to assist captive reptile owners with some common questions and problems.

Arrowhead's top 10 common mistakes and myths debunked

There's a lot of bad and just down right wrong information out there. Check out the facts!

Arrowhead FAQ

Did you know? Answers to some general and random questions about reptiles and Arrowhead.

ARR Nutrition Guide

Nutritional information for all types of reptiles. Whether herbivore, omnivore, insectivore, or carnivore, a proper diet is imperative for a healthy pet.

ARR Climate Guide

A reptile enclosure must be kept at certain temperatures and humidity ranges depending on where they are from in the world.

Wildlife Rehab Resources

Resources and reference material to assist wildlife rehabilitators, veterinarians, and veterinary technicians with reptiles.

Is an Iguana right for you?

Green Iguana (Iguana Iguana) are not for everyone. Melissa Kaplan's site contains a wealth of good care information and can help decide if an iguana is for you.

Reptile Mites

Very small, but that doesn't negate the fact they are quite a nuisance and hard to kill.

Shedding problems

Shedding problems can be minor or very serious. Read these tips and tricks.