The cost of living crisis means people are offloading exotic pets, centre staff in Ossett say.
Ms Firth said staff were desperately seeking homes for more than 30 animals.
People should think carefully before buying an exotic pet and potential pet owners should do their research before taking the plunge, Ms Firth added. "We have four tortoises - they can live 80 years, often outliving the owners. It's important, therefore, that thought is put into who is going to look after them after you.Rambo, a boa constrictor at the centre, is looking for a new owner
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