Reptiles are among the most popular exotic pets globally but suffer high mortality rates from inadequate husbandry and poor understanding of their needs.
Captive reptiles suffering from metabolic bone disease experience painful skeletal deformities, fractures, and neurological problems. Reptiles kept at incorrect temperatures cannot digest food properly, leading to malnutrition. Many suffer chronic dehydration. Dysecdysis from incorrect humidity causes retained shed that can cut off blood supply to limbs. Despite their stoic appearance, reptiles experience significant suffering from poor care.