Reptile Sales and Shipping Policies
Proper diet and housing is crucial when caring for any animal. We strongly recommend researching the species of reptile you are thinking of purchasing BEFORE purchasing that species. Your reptile will not grow well or be healthy with the improper nutrition, temperature, humidity, handling, and overall care. Please do your research on how to care for the species before purchasing any reptile from us. Read our care guides and if you have any other questions please contact us. We are always happy to help!
Communication is important to us, especially in regards to the animals we care for. If you have any questions, please contact us prior to purchase, we are happy to tell you all we know about the animal(s) you are interested in.
By Purchasing a reptile from us you agree to the following:
Once purchased and in your possession, your reptile is completely yours. We are not responsible for your reptile while they are in your care. If you ever have any questions about the care of your reptile we are always happy to help you.
It is the responsibility of the customer to know how to properly care for the reptile they purchase. We want you to succeed and we are here to answer any questions and offer any advice you might need. We will tell you everything that we know about your reptile, except for the personal information of any previous owners.
If, for some reason, there is anything wrong with your new reptile, please contact us, we will try to help to the best of our knowledge.
Health Issues
If your reptile exhibits any signs of poor health please contact us as soon as possible, so that we can try and help with whatever issue they might have.
Death Due to Improper Care
Proper diet and housing is crucial when caring for any animal. We strongly recommend researching the species of reptile you are thinking of purchasing BEFORE purchasing that species. Your reptile will not grow well or be healthy with the improper nutrition, temperature, humidity, handling, and overall care. Please do your research on how to care for this species before purchasing any reptile from us. We are not responsible for an animal dying due to negligence in care.
Gecko Tails
While it is rare, geckos can drop their tails. It is a natural occurrence, and for some species it has no effect on their overall health or ability to breed. Usually this will happen when they are stressed, such as when transporting or handling them, and can even happen for no apparent reason. We are not responsible for a tail drop, and you will not be given compensation if your gecko drops its tail during or after transport. If your gecko does drop its tail, please let us know, for some species extra care is needed such as food or vitamins. Always keep an eye on your gecko if it drops its tail until the wound heals. Reach out to us if you need any help.
Reptile Shipping Options and Policies
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Local pickup can be selected at checkout. Local Pickup is only available at our location in Lake Stevens, Washington.
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We can provide local delivery if you contact us prior to purchase. We charge $2 per mile and at this time we do not delivery more than 30 miles from Lake Stevens, Washington.
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Shipping Prices to be determined
WE DO NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY
Once payment has been received you can schedule to have your reptile shipped to your local Fedex hub by contacting us at shimmeringscalesllc@gmail.com or messaging us on Instagram or Facebook. We only ship reptiles via FedEx Priority Overnight to limit the time they spend in transit. Your reptile will be dropped off at our local FedEx Ship Center and we will send a tracking number to you the day of shipping using the email you provide during checkout.
We will only ship your reptile when day and nighttime temperatures are between 38 and 85 degrees. If weather conditions are not safe for shipping we will hold onto your reptile with no extra additional charge until the weather improves.
LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
In the rare instance of a dead on arrival occurrence, we will work with you! If any of the following conditions are not met, our live arrival guarantee is void.
• You must receive your shipment within 1 hour of delivery.
• We must be given the correct shipping information
• Your reptile must be shipped to a suitable FedEx location.
Should your reptile arrive dead, we will need you to send us a picture within 1 hour of delivery of the deceased animal on top of the shipping box showing the shipping label. You must provide additional photos or any other details if requested.
We cannot guarantee the health of your reptile if they're left outside for hours after delivery, especially in more extreme weather conditions. Please make sure you're there and able to receive them on your scheduled delivery day.
SHIPPING ADDRESS
Be sure to double check the shipping information you provide when ordering from us. In addition to your address we require your email and daytime phone number. This information is required for FedEx Live Animal Shipments. If a wrong shipping address is provided our is void.
SHIPPING TO A FEDEX LOCATION
We cannot ship via USPS or UPS. We can only ship to a FedEx Ship Center or FedEx staffed office. It is your responsibility to make sure they will accept live animal shipments beforehand. FedEx Office & Print and FedEx Kinkos locations WILL NOT accept live animal shipments. Reptiles delivered to a FedEx location need to be picked up within (1) hour of delivery.
Contact us.
shimmeringscalesllc@gmail.com
425-312-3427