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African Pygmy Hedgehogs
Great for: One-on-one handling — great for building confidence in shy visitors.🐿️
I am a registered African hedgehog breeder and have many of these amazing little animals. I also sell hoglets!
Tiny hedgehogs that curl into a ball when nervous, but love snuggling when calm.
Active and curious, especially in warm hands.
Sugar Gliders
- I have 2 sugar gliders – Mimi and Gigi
- Small, nocturnal marsupials with a gliding membrane that lets them soar between trees.
- Very curious and social with gentle handling.
- Great for: Showing unique animal adaptations and bonding behavior — kids love watching them glide
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Lutino Galah Cockatoo
- Rosie the Galah Cockatoo is just a baby and we are training her
- Intelligent, vocal, and often brightly colored birds with big personalities.
- They are known for being affectionate, social, and intelligent birds. They are also playful and enjoy interacting with their owners.
- Can mimic sounds and interact with people when well-socialized.
- Great for: Engaging older children and adults with talking, waving, or tricks.
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Iguana
- Ronnie the Orange Zero Iguana is just a baby but will grow to 6 foot!
- Impressive lizards that can grow several feet long with a prehistoric look.
- Intelligent and expressive with body language.
- Great for: Stunning centrepiece reptile — best for older children and confident handlers.
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Cornsnake
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Aldabra Tortoise
Marvin is only 2 years old, but Aldabra giant tortoises like him can live for over 100 years! They are the second largest species of tortoise in the world, with some growing to over 300 pounds in weight.
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Turtles
- I have 2 Map turtles & a diamondback terrapin
- Calm and slow-moving reptiles that can live for decades.
- Herbivores with hard shells that children love to gently touch.
- Great for: Gentle, quiet sessions — ideal for nervous visitors and those needing sensory-friendly experiences.
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Chameleons
- I have a number of panther chameleons. Storm is an Ambanja panther chameleon.
- Known for their colour-changing skin and independently moving eyes.
- Fascinating for kids to observe rather than handle.
- Great for: Educational talks on camouflage and adaptation. Best as a ‘look but don’t touch’ feature.
Bearded Dragon
- Betty our rescue bearded dragon is the sweetest personality!
- She loves eating her live food and vegetables and can show you in your session with her.
Leachianus (New Caledonian Giant Geckos)
- They’re the biggest geckos in the world! Leachianus geckos are the largest species of gecko on Earth — some can grow over 14 inches long (including their tail) and weigh up to 400 grams!
- They can growl and bark! Unlike most geckos, leachies are very vocal — they can growl, hiss, bark, and even make grumbling noises when annoyed or surprised. It’s like having a miniature dinosaur that talks back
- Their skin feels like velvet. They have soft, velvety skin that helps them blend into tree bark in the wild — perfect camouflage for hiding from predators.
- They don’t have eyelids. Like many geckos, leachies can’t blink! Instead, they use their tongue to lick their eyes clean — a hit with kids during handling events!
Leopard Geckos
- I have 5 super friendly leopard geckos who love being held.
- Friendly, easy-to-handle lizards with soft, bumpy skin and bright patterns.
- Known for licking their eyes and wagging their tails when excited.
- Great for: First-time reptile handlers — calm and handle stress well.
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Crested Geckos
- I have 1 male and 2 females
- Arboreal geckos with eyelash-like crests and a sticky toe grip.
- Can jump short distances and climb glass!
- Great for: Introducing kids to exotic reptiles in a safe and fun way.
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African Land Snail
- Giant snails that can grow bigger than a human hand.
- Love cucumber and are super safe for all ages.
- Great for: Younger children or sensory exploration — slimey but friendly!
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Quail
- I have 4 quail I hatched from eggs and these skittish little birds are so cute, bit hard to handle and I dont take them to parties of events.
- Small, fast ground birds with soft feathers and gentle sounds.
- Often lay tiny speckled eggs.
- Great for: Observational sessions and egg education — often popular at Easter and springtime events.
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Guinea Pigs
- Preston the guinea is such a lovely temperament
- Friendly, squeaky, and cuddly rodents that love to be held and fed.
- Known for their calm nature and gentle temperament.
- Great for: All ages — ideal for stroking, lap cuddles, and easy interaction. Very popular at parties and SEN sessions.
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Skinny Pigs (Hairless Guinea Pigs)
- I have 2 skinny pigs who are often one of the firm favourites during petting experiences
- A unique, hairless breed of guinea pig with soft, warm skin and a big personality.
- Quirky appearance always gets a laugh or a “wow” from kids.
- Great for: Sensory engagement and showing diversity in animals — brilliant for those who’ve never seen one before.
