Furry Scaly Friends

09/26/2026

My team member, Ms Bethany was out at the West Haven Public Library recently with a bunch of critters. Everyone had a wonderful time, we love sharing our critters and teaching in a fun interactive way!

09/15/2026

Today is World Lymphoma Awareness Day, and this year it has an entirely different meaning for me.

After five rounds of intensive chemotherapy for primary mediastinal B-cell lymphoma, my blood counts dropped very very low. So, today I received my first red blood cell transfusion.

I am thankful for the person who donated the blood that is helping my body recover today. Blood donors truly make a difference. ❤️💚

This journey has shown me just how difficult lymphoma treatment can be, but also how much strength, support, and kindness can surround you through it all.

https://gofund.me/663195276

Five rounds down. Round 6 starts next week.

08/15/2026

Happy World Lizard Day!

07/22/2026

Monty, one of our Madagascar hissing cockroaches is a bright white color- any guesses why?

As a cockroach grows, its hard outer covering cannot stretch, so it sheds the old exoskeleton. This is molting. The new exoskeleton underneath is very soft and pale white. Monty is more delicate and may hide while his body hardens.

Over the next several hours, his new exoskeleton will begin to harden and gradually darken. He may look tan or light brown before returning to his usual dark color. Most of the hardening happens within about 6 to 12 hours, but it can take up to 24 to 48 hours for his color and shell to fully return to normal. Just look at the difference in his photos, I was so glad to capture this happening.

07/16/2026

We had so much fun yesterday at Putnam Public Library.  Thank you so much for having us and letting us share our critters with everybody! 

Thanks to everyone who came to our hands-on program, "Meet 24 Critters" with Furry Scaly Friends!

07/10/2026

🎄❤️ Christmas in July Update! ❤️🎄

Thank you to everyone who has purchased items from our Chewy Wish List! Seeing these packages arrive has brightened our day—and our animals are already enjoying many of the goodies!

Every donation helps provide food, treats, enrichment, and supplies for the more than 80 animals in our care. While I'm continuing chemotherapy treatments, your generosity has been one less thing to worry about.

Our Christmas tree still has ornaments waiting to be claimed, so if you'd like to help, our wish list is still open. Every gift—big or small—makes a real difference.

🎁 Chewy Wish List:

https://www.chewy.com/g/furry-scaly-friends-inc_b146480973 -list

Thank you for helping us continue our mission and for showing so much love to our animal family. We appreciate every single one of you! ❤️

07/10/2026

Remember to smile each and every day!

This is Grimace, our male pied python.

07/01/2026

Merry Christmas in July!

Today we're kicking off our Christmas in July fundraiser for all of the amazing animals here at Furry Scaly Friends!

This year, more than ever, your support means the world. As many of you know, I am currently undergoing chemotherapy, and while my incredible team has stepped in to help care for the animals each day, and keep our programs running, the critters' needs haven't slowed down. Every donation, every wish list item, and every share helps ensure our animals while I focus on my treatment and recovery.

Our Christmas tree is full of ornaments waiting to be "claimed." Thank you for helping us give our furry scaly friends the love and care they deserve. ❤️🎄

Our Chewy Wish List:
https://www.chewy.com/g/furry-scaly-friends-inc_b146480973 -list

06/03/2026

🕷️ Did you spot her?!

Our girl Bertha made her music video debut in the new Tarantula video from Chris Webby & Ren! 🎬🕸️

Here’s a little peek of one of her scenes. She was an absolute star on set!

05/02/2026

We’re so excited to be out at the Daffodil Festival today! We can't wait to share our amazing animals with you! 🌼

💛 Special thank you to my amazing team today!
I’m currently resting and recovering from surgery, and they are out there making it all happen. I’m beyond grateful for their help, care, and dedication 🐾 Meriden Daffodil Festival