activities · 22
what they do
direct service · 21
- Antivenom Bank Management Rattlesnake and Venom ResponseMaintains the largest antivenom bank in the Western United States, collecting antivenom for dozens of exotic species, including King Cobras and Inland Taipans.
- Composting Program Donation-Based Reuse & ResaleComposts all organic waste from its site, transporting an estimated 3,187.2 pounds weekly, totaling 165,734.4 pounds annually, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 177.35 tons of CO2e annually.
- Composting Program Donation-Based Reuse & ResaleComposts all organic waste from its site, transporting an estimated 3,187.2 pounds weekly, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 177.35 tons of CO2e annually.
- Lost and Found Reptile ReunificationAssists in reuniting lost and found reptiles with their owners.
- Lost and Found Reptile ServicesAssists in reuniting lost and found reptiles with their owners.
- Lost and Found Reptile ServicesAssists in reuniting lost and found reptiles with their owners and accepts lost and found drop-offs at the sanctuary.
- Onsite Composting Program Donation-Based Reuse & ResaleComposts all organic waste from its site, transporting an estimated 3,187.2 pounds weekly, totaling 165,734.4 pounds annually, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 177.35 tons of CO2e annually.
- Public Education and Outreach Interactive Wildlife Exhibits & Animal EncountersConducts educational demonstrations and presentations featuring live reptiles and biofacts for students, campers, and adults, reaching over 250,000 school-aged children annually through school visits, events, and expos across Arizona.
- Public Education and Outreach Interactive Wildlife Exhibits & Animal EncountersProvides hands-on educational demonstrations and school presentations featuring live reptiles and biofacts to educate the public, primarily school-aged children and teenagers, about endangered species, reptile conservation, responsible reptile housing, and animal adaptations. This outreach reaches over 250,000 people annually through various events and programs.
- Public Education and Outreach Interactive Wildlife Exhibits & Animal EncountersProvides educational demonstrations and programs featuring live reptiles and biofacts for students, campers, and adults, reaching over 250,000 school-aged children annually through school presentations, exhibits at events, and out-of-state expos to educate the public about reptiles, conservation, and responsible housing.
- Rattlesnake Removal Services Rattlesnake and Venom ResponseProvides rattlesnake removal services to the community.
- Rattlesnake Removal and Training Rattlesnake and Venom ResponseProvides rattlesnake removal services and offers training courses for rattlesnake removal.
- Rattlesnake Removal and Training Rattlesnake and Venom ResponseProvides rattlesnake removal services and offers training courses on rattlesnake removal.
- Reptile Adoption Services Reptile Rescue and Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of legal pet reptiles in Arizona, including various species like tortoises, snakes, and geckos, and those with special needs, through adoption events and ongoing services to find permanent homes for rescued animals.
- Reptile Adoption Services Reptile Rescue and Adoption ServicesFacilitates the adoption of rescued and legal pet reptiles, including those with special needs, through adoption events and ongoing services to find permanent homes for the animals.
- Reptile Rescue and Rehabilitation Reptile Rescue and Adoption ServicesOperates a 2.5-acre rescue and rehabilitation center with an onsite reptile clinic to rescue, rehabilitate, and provide lifelong care for hundreds of reptiles, including those with special needs, from across the U.S. This includes accepting surrendered reptiles, assisting law enforcement with confiscated animals, and providing veterinary care.
- Reptile Rescue and Rehabilitation Reptile Rescue and Adoption ServicesOperates a 2.5-acre rescue and rehabilitation center with an onsite reptile clinic to rescue, rehabilitate, and provide lifelong care for hundreds of reptiles, including those with special needs, from across the U.S. This includes accepting surrendered reptiles, assisting law enforcement with confiscated animals, and providing veterinary care for various conditions.
- Reptile Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Rehoming Reptile Rescue and Adoption ServicesRescues, rehabilitates, and provides lifelong care for reptiles, including those with special needs, from owner surrenders, law enforcement seizures, and large-scale rescues. This includes veterinary care, fostering, and facilitating adoptions of legal pet reptiles.
- Sanctuary Tours and Animal Interactions Interactive Wildlife Exhibits & Animal EncountersOffers public and private tours of its facility, including specialized mammal and reptile tours, to educate visitors and provide interactive experiences with educational ambassador animals, including feeding demonstrations and interactions with capybaras, opossums, and crocodilians. The facility includes specific exhibits like a "Venom Building" and "Croc-Walk."
- Sanctuary Tours and Animal Interactions Interactive Wildlife Exhibits & Animal EncountersOffers public and private tours of its 2.5-acre rescue and rehabilitation center, including specialized exhibits like the "Venom Building" and "Croc-Walk," and provides interactive experiences with educational ambassador animals, capybaras, opossums, and other mammals.
- Sanctuary Tours and Animal Interactions Interactive Wildlife Exhibits & Animal EncountersOffers public and private tours of its facility, including specialized mammal and reptile tours, to educate visitors about endangered species, conservation, and animal adaptations. Tours include interactions with educational ambassador animals, and exclusive add-ons like feeding giant tortoises, capybaras, and opossums.
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- Rattlesnake Removal Training Rattlesnake and Venom ResponseOffers training courses for rattlesnake removal.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Adaptive and Personalized Educational Experiences adaptive_educationThe organization tailors educational content during guided tours and private experiences to suit guests of all ages and learning levels, allowing for personalized pacing and specific requests to maximize engagement and understanding.
- Antivenom Resource Sharing and Access Program resource_sharingThe organization provides critical access to a wide range of antivenoms for other zoos and facilities, simplifying the process of obtaining antivenom through a membership program, which is essential for staff safety when working with exotic venomous snakes.
- Antivenom Resource Sharing and Access Program resource_sharingThe organization provides access to a wide range of antivenoms for other zoos and facilities, serving as a critical safety measure for staff working with exotic venomous snakes. A membership program simplifies the process of obtaining antivenom, which otherwise requires special import permits.
- Antivenom Resource Sharing for Safety and Accessibility resource_sharingThe organization provides access to a wide range of antivenoms for other zoos and facilities, and offers a membership program to simplify the process of obtaining antivenom, serving as a critical safety measure for staff working with exotic venomous snakes and overcoming import permit challenges.
- Appointment-Based Access and Personalized Tours appointment-based accessThe organization requires appointments for visits and guided tours to balance visitor access with responsible animal care and effective management. Private tours offer a personalized experience, allowing guests to request specific times and tailoring the pace to their group.
- Conservation through Education education-for-conservationThe organization believes that conservation begins with education, emphasizing teaching the public, especially youth, about the importance of animals in the ecosystem. This strategy integrates teaching into rescue activities and uses educational workshops to connect conservation efforts with sustainable practices like zero organic waste facilities.
- Conservation through Education education-for-conservationThe organization believes that conservation begins with education, emphasizing teaching the public, especially youth, about the importance of animals in the ecosystem and integrating this teaching into rescue activities to address the lack of knowledge regarding reptile care.
- Education as a Core Conservation Strategy education-for-conservationThe organization believes that conservation begins with education, emphasizing teaching the public, especially youth, about the importance of animals in the ecosystem and the ecological role of reptiles, integrating this teaching into rescue activities and public outreach.
- Environmental Sustainability through Waste Management environmental_sustainabilityThe organization aims to imitate nature's recycling process by utilizing composting as a green solution for organic waste, aligning with its conservation focus and employing educational workshops to connect conservation efforts with the impact of a zero organic waste facility.
- Experiential and Adaptive Herpetological Education experiential_educationThe organization uses interactive, hands-on demonstrations with live reptiles and biofacts, including adopted and disabled reptiles, to engage diverse audiences. Educational content is tailored to suit all ages and learning levels, fostering engagement and teaching about reptile care and ecological importance, particularly for youth.
- Experiential and Adaptive Herpetological Education experiential_educationThe organization uses interactive, hands-on demonstrations with live reptiles and biofacts, including adopted and disabled animals, to engage diverse audiences. Educational content is tailored to suit various ages and learning levels, fostering engagement and promoting conservation through direct experience.
- Experiential and Hands-on Herpetological Education experiential_educationThe organization uses interactive experiences, including hands-on demonstrations with live reptiles and biofacts, and utilizes adopted reptiles (especially those with disabilities) in educational settings, to engage diverse audiences and foster learning about reptile care and conservation.
- Personalized and Managed Access for Animal Welfare appointment-based accessThe organization requires appointments and guided tours to balance visitor access with responsible animal care and effective management of individual cases. This approach also allows for personalized experiences, tailoring the pace and content to specific groups, while reducing animal stress by only handling adoptable animals for serious inquiries.
- Responsible Animal Care and Stress Reduction animal_welfareThe organization prioritizes animal welfare by requiring appointments to balance visitor access with responsible care for resident animals and effective management of individual cases, and reduces animal stress by only handling adoptable animals for serious inquiries.
- Sustainable Waste Management for Environmental Conservation environmental_sustainabilityThe organization aims to imitate nature's recycling process by utilizing composting as a green solution for organic waste, aligning with its conservation focus and employing educational workshops to connect these efforts with the impact of a zero organic waste facility.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Adoption Program
Facilitates the adoption of rescued reptiles to suitable homes, ensuring proper care and housing.
Sustainability Initiatives
Includes composting organic waste to reduce landfill impact and promote environmental conservation.
Wildlife Education and Conservation Center
Provides educational programs for children and adults, focusing on the importance of reptiles in ecosystems.
relationships · 11
who they work with
- Artec3D Partner — Website provides information on the process of making the alligator tail prosthetic.
- CORE Institute Partner — Developed the first alligator prosthetic in conjunction with Midwestern University for Mr. Stubbs.
- Humane societies Partner — Contacted PHS to assist in placement, care and treatment of reptiles in need.
- Let's Go Compost Partner — Began working with PHS in January 2024 to find a waste solution, providing education, workshops, and materials.
- Midwestern University Partner — Developed the first alligator prosthetic in conjunction with the CORE Institute for Mr. Stubbs.
- Reptilian Nation Expo Partner — Participates in the Reptilian Nation Expo in Tucson for adoptables.
- SPCA Partner — Assisted in a rescue operation in Texas.
- Sacramento Reptile Show Partner — Participates in the Sacramento Reptile Show for adoptables.
- WeCare Denali Partner — Large-scale composting facility that donated 12 rolling food waste bins and sponsors waste pickups for PHS, starting May 2024.
- accredited international zoos Partner — Partnered with PHS on research projects involving venom studies and programs to reestablish declining species populations.
- universities Partner — Partnered with PHS on research projects involving venom studies and programs to reestablish declining species populations.