Take the trip. We'll keep the heat on.
Worry not. Food, shelter and peace of mind provided. Your precious cargo will be in good hands with our dedicated and focused care staff.
Pricing and packages
Baby Bin
Ideal for hatchlings, baby snakes, baby geckos, horned frogs, newts, and invertebrates.
$10/day
Small
10 - 30 gal; good for baby beardies, leopard geckos, crested geckos, smaller skinks, young tortoises/turtles, etc.
$15/day
Medium
3' x 2' or 4' x 2' enclosures; ideal for adult beardies, adult ball pythons, blue-tongued skinks, dwarf monitors and smaller species of tortoises.
$18/day
Large
5' to 6' enclosures; suitable for adult boa constrictors, mid-sized tortoises, and iguanas.
$22/day
X-Large
6' to 8' enclosures; suitable for monitor lizards, large tortoises, snakes over 7' long, and iguanas.
$27/day
Aquatic Turtle
Large aquatic waterland tubs (approximately 3' x 6' or larger)
$27/day
Chameleons
Due to their fragile nature and their strict care requirements, chameleons are kept in specialized enclosures.
$27/day
Rodents
Three-story enclosures suitable for chinchillas, rats and other small rodents. 4' x 2' or 5' x 2' enclosures suitable for guinea pigs and other small rodents.
$30/day
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For large, aquatic and special-requirement animals, contact us first so we can prep space.
contact usWhat we board
Yes, we take them
Snakes, lizards, tortoises and turtles, amphibians, tarantulas and inverts, praying mantises, even pet rats. If it lives in our store, we board it.
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What we can't take
Birds, front-fanged venomous animals, anything illegal to keep, and animals with active medical issues (we don't do medical boarding).
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extra services
Board-to-ship
Moving? We will board your animal and ship it to you when you are ready.
Board-to-feed
For those pesky hunger strikes. Leave them with us and we'll get them eating.
Nail & beak trims
Stop in for a mani/pedi or add this on to your boarding.
how it works
1
Just walk in
No appointment, no deposit, no call ahead. We don't run out of space.
2
Drop-off
Tell us feeding notes and quirks.
We take it from there.
3
Pick-up
Need an extra day?
Text us. Easy.
What boarders say
Boarding FAQ
What does boarding cost?
Boarding costs depend on the size of the enclosure the animal will require during their stay. The daily boarding charge begins on the day the animal is dropped off and also occurs on the day of pick up. Add-ons such as beak and/or nail trimming can be requested on drop-off for an additional service charge. See Pricing here.
What do you board and what can't you take?
We can board any of the kinds of animals sold at the East Bay Vivarium. However, for large, aquatic and special-requirement animals, please contact us as far in advance as you can so we can prep space. We do not board birds, front-fanged venomous animals, anything illegal to keep or animals with active medical issues.
Do I need a reservation?
Generally, no reservation or deposit needed, walk-in boarding is completely acceptable. However, for large, aquatic and special-requirement animals, please contact us as far in advance as you can so we can prep space.
What should I bring to drop-off?
Your animal of course! That’s it. Please do not bring anything else. We provide all food and whatever your animal needs. We’ll do a health check and talk to you at drop-off about any special quirks or questions you have. Payment is due at the time of drop-off.
Can I board more than one animal with you?
Yes! If your animals are housed together in the same enclosure, the first animal will be the full daily price for the required enclosure, with additional animals being half-priced daily. Each animal housed separately will cost the full daily price for their required enclosure.
What if my animal won't eat?
If your animal is refusing to eat, we provide a Board-to-Feed service in which you board your animal with us for a minimum of 3-7 days (depending on the animal) in order for our experienced staff to do their best to get your animal eating and determine the root cause of their hunger strike. Multiple days are required as animals will often not eat on the day of travel and need time to settle into a new environment before we attempt to feed. Once the animal does eat, they should have 1 day of rest before traveling home to ensure minimal stress while actively digesting.
Do you board animals bought elsewhere?
Absolutely! We are reptile-inclusive and welcome all beloved pets no matter where they come from. At drop-off, we will do a health check and let you know if we see any issues.