Upcoming Amnesty Day Events
Saturday, May 19, 2012
10:00 am until 2:00 pm
Gatorland
14501 Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL 32837
Sponsored by Gatorland
Contact: Katy Strobl, 407-855-5496
KatyStrobl@gatorland.com
Saturday, September 29, 2012
10:00 am until 2:00 pm
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
370 Zoo Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32218
Sponsored by FWC and the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Contact: Jenny Novak, 850-926-0128
Jenny.Novak@MyFWC.com
What pets can I surrender at amnesty events?
We accept all exotic reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, mammals and invertebrates at Exotic Pet Amnesty events. Domestic pets, such as dogs and cats, are not accepted.
I don’t have a pet to surrender and I’m not an adopter. Can I still go to an amnesty event?
Amnesty day events are free and everyone is welcome to attend. There are informative and educational displays at most amnesty events, and live animals are usually on exhibit. Kids and families can see exotic animals up close and learn about nonnative species issues.
What will happen to my pet if I surrender it?
Every pet that is surrendered is inspected by a veterinarian, and all healthy pets are placed with qualified adopters. Our qualified adopters have submitted applications that demonstrate they know how to care for the animals they they are approved to adopt.
I missed the last event and have an exotic pet I can’t keep anymore. What can I do?
We can help place exotic pets outside of amnesty events. Contact the amnesty adoption coordinator, Liz Barraco, at 561-393-3287 or toll-free at 888-IVE-GOT1. You can also email Liz at Liz.Barraco@MyFWC.com.
Can anyone host an amnesty event?
The FWC invites other governmental agencies, zoos, museums, nature centers, and other conservation oriented organizations to find out more about planning independent amnesty events that are sanctioned by FWC. Independent amnesty events must be planned under the guidance of FWC to avoid violating state rules. Contact the amnesty program coordinator, Jenny Novak, at 850-926-0128 to request the Amnesty Playbook (available on flash drive).
I’d like to adopt an exotic pet
Want to help us find homes for exotic pets in need? Apply today! Read about how to become an exotic pet adopter.
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