Exotic Animal Rescue & Handling Experiences
@upcloseexotics.bsky.social
We host #reptiles #arachnids #mammals shows - so come meet our 40+ #tortoises, #lizards, #snakes, #hedgehog, #tarantulas, #scorpion & #dog! 🐢🦎🐍🦔🕷️🦂🐕
To help fund our rescue mission, we host meet events for your entertainment, education and phobia therapy!
To help fund our rescue mission, we host meet events for your entertainment, education and phobia therapy!
This week we enrolled our kids into chester_sea_cadets 🎖️ They love their new hats! Thanks for having us & good luck with your futures, from a former air cadet 🫡 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/uoonidpcty
August 1, 2025 at 5:36 PM
This week we enrolled our kids into chester_sea_cadets 🎖️ They love their new hats! Thanks for having us & good luck with your futures, from a former air cadet 🫡 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/uoonidpcty
Guests at @themarinebarandkitchen in #Waterloo met our python, tegu, kingsnake, tarantula, tortoise & hedgehog - but also our water dragon, gecko, scorpion & boa which I hope you guys got your own pics of! Note to self, charge phone before show 😅 #lizards #snakes #tarantulas #reptileshow #exoticpets
July 25, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Guests at @themarinebarandkitchen in #Waterloo met our python, tegu, kingsnake, tarantula, tortoise & hedgehog - but also our water dragon, gecko, scorpion & boa which I hope you guys got your own pics of! Note to self, charge phone before show 😅 #lizards #snakes #tarantulas #reptileshow #exoticpets
We do this every 2 months at @piperpubhoole and it always goes down a storm! Coming up soon we'll be back here on Sunday 17th August, + due to such high popularity we've added an extra hour on to increase our limited tickets! Come be entertained, educated and maybe we could even help cure a phobia?!
July 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
We do this every 2 months at @piperpubhoole and it always goes down a storm! Coming up soon we'll be back here on Sunday 17th August, + due to such high popularity we've added an extra hour on to increase our limited tickets! Come be entertained, educated and maybe we could even help cure a phobia?!
For one of our next public shows is back at @the_slowandeasy #Northwich - this was so popular when we were here a few months ago, we've been invited back for your summer holidays! If you missed us last time or want to join us again, we'll have some new critters and some of your memorable favourites!
July 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
For one of our next public shows is back at @the_slowandeasy #Northwich - this was so popular when we were here a few months ago, we've been invited back for your summer holidays! If you missed us last time or want to join us again, we'll have some new critters and some of your memorable favourites!
Our next public show is this Sunday 13th July from 1-4pm at @themarinebarandkitchen - after the success here a few months ago, we're back with some familiar faces and some new ones too! It's a free event which is great for adults and kids alike, so come join us and meet some amazing creatures!
July 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Our next public show is this Sunday 13th July from 1-4pm at @themarinebarandkitchen - after the success here a few months ago, we're back with some familiar faces and some new ones too! It's a free event which is great for adults and kids alike, so come join us and meet some amazing creatures!
We recently hosted a private session with the @studentroost residents at @srthetowpath - what a way to finish off the academic year! Full photo album at www.facebook.com/upcloserepti...
June 28, 2025 at 1:02 PM
We recently hosted a private session with the @studentroost residents at @srthetowpath - what a way to finish off the academic year! Full photo album at www.facebook.com/upcloserepti...
Just taking the dog for a walk. Who else loves a little stroll down the beach? 🐚
#walksonthebeach #peaceful #dogwalk #lizardlovers #reptileaddiction #tegulove #tegulife #teguofinstagram #blackandwhitetegu
#walksonthebeach #peaceful #dogwalk #lizardlovers #reptileaddiction #tegulove #tegulife #teguofinstagram #blackandwhitetegu
June 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Just taking the dog for a walk. Who else loves a little stroll down the beach? 🐚
#walksonthebeach #peaceful #dogwalk #lizardlovers #reptileaddiction #tegulove #tegulife #teguofinstagram #blackandwhitetegu
#walksonthebeach #peaceful #dogwalk #lizardlovers #reptileaddiction #tegulove #tegulife #teguofinstagram #blackandwhitetegu
A quick round-up of our show this month at @piperpubhoole, where our new snake made its first appearance! Full photo album at fb.com/upclosereptiles/posts/pfbid02AiTKU2a48TYqs8LZtKaaHELSrQQgXfaeZSbHXoSwQzASZ6ivvUV9gCghypREBhfCl #reptileshows #familyfun #thingstodowithkids
June 27, 2025 at 12:05 PM
A quick round-up of our show this month at @piperpubhoole, where our new snake made its first appearance! Full photo album at fb.com/upclosereptiles/posts/pfbid02AiTKU2a48TYqs8LZtKaaHELSrQQgXfaeZSbHXoSwQzASZ6ivvUV9gCghypREBhfCl #reptileshows #familyfun #thingstodowithkids
Great day at @slowandeasypub #northwich, entertaining alongside @starkidzs - here’s a recap of everyone’s smiling faces, full photo album at fb.com/upclosereptiles/posts/pfbid0ePwym5nuHZa8kxz726WUiJvVUswjCm
June 18, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Great day at @slowandeasypub #northwich, entertaining alongside @starkidzs - here’s a recap of everyone’s smiling faces, full photo album at fb.com/upclosereptiles/posts/pfbid0ePwym5nuHZa8kxz726WUiJvVUswjCm
🐍 New snake alert! 🚨 Java was recently rehomed to us - and after hearing about all you amazing people, they can't wait to join in at our shows (maybe even tomorrow)! So who wants a photo with this one? 📸
(we don't push anyone into anything - so if you're nervous don't worry, we'll look after you!)
(we don't push anyone into anything - so if you're nervous don't worry, we'll look after you!)
June 7, 2025 at 5:09 PM
🐍 New snake alert! 🚨 Java was recently rehomed to us - and after hearing about all you amazing people, they can't wait to join in at our shows (maybe even tomorrow)! So who wants a photo with this one? 📸
(we don't push anyone into anything - so if you're nervous don't worry, we'll look after you!)
(we don't push anyone into anything - so if you're nervous don't worry, we'll look after you!)
Our first show at @themilltavernflintshire around Easter was a big hit - we entertained, we educated and we cured some fears too! 🕷️ Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/zatecvfdqh
#lizards #snakes #spiders #tarantulas #scorpions #hedgehogs #tortoises #kidsdaysout
#lizards #snakes #spiders #tarantulas #scorpions #hedgehogs #tortoises #kidsdaysout
June 7, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Our first show at @themilltavernflintshire around Easter was a big hit - we entertained, we educated and we cured some fears too! 🕷️ Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/zatecvfdqh
#lizards #snakes #spiders #tarantulas #scorpions #hedgehogs #tortoises #kidsdaysout
#lizards #snakes #spiders #tarantulas #scorpions #hedgehogs #tortoises #kidsdaysout
Catching up from Easter at White Lion, Buckley - you lot were fantastic, we hope to be back again during the summer hols! Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/tapgyojgmi
@thewhitelionch7 #reptileshows #exoticpets #animalshows #thingstodoinbuckley #whatsonnorthwales
@thewhitelionch7 #reptileshows #exoticpets #animalshows #thingstodoinbuckley #whatsonnorthwales
June 6, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Catching up from Easter at White Lion, Buckley - you lot were fantastic, we hope to be back again during the summer hols! Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/tapgyojgmi
@thewhitelionch7 #reptileshows #exoticpets #animalshows #thingstodoinbuckley #whatsonnorthwales
@thewhitelionch7 #reptileshows #exoticpets #animalshows #thingstodoinbuckley #whatsonnorthwales
I think little Conker was the overall favourite last time at @PiperPubHoole - the star of the show got his own photoshoot! 🦔📸 Do you prefer the cute critters like our hedgehog and tortoise, or the "scary types" like our spiders and scorpions?
June 5, 2025 at 2:15 PM
I think little Conker was the overall favourite last time at @PiperPubHoole - the star of the show got his own photoshoot! 🦔📸 Do you prefer the cute critters like our hedgehog and tortoise, or the "scary types" like our spiders and scorpions?
We’re coming back this weekend - here’s how it went at Easter in @PiperPubHoole! Great to see some familiar faces, and some new ones too 🦔 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/vmvramincl
#animalhandlingshow #exoticanimals #reptileshow #chester #thingstodoinchester
#animalhandlingshow #exoticanimals #reptileshow #chester #thingstodoinchester
June 5, 2025 at 11:04 AM
We’re coming back this weekend - here’s how it went at Easter in @PiperPubHoole! Great to see some familiar faces, and some new ones too 🦔 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/vmvramincl
#animalhandlingshow #exoticanimals #reptileshow #chester #thingstodoinchester
#animalhandlingshow #exoticanimals #reptileshow #chester #thingstodoinchester
Want something different for a kid’s birthday? After seeing us host a show in their local pub, Lorna had us take some of our exotic animals to Elsie’s 6th and everyone loved it! Maybe we can help make memories for your family too?
#kidsbirthdayideas #somethingdifferentforkids #childrensparties
#kidsbirthdayideas #somethingdifferentforkids #childrensparties
June 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Want something different for a kid’s birthday? After seeing us host a show in their local pub, Lorna had us take some of our exotic animals to Elsie’s 6th and everyone loved it! Maybe we can help make memories for your family too?
#kidsbirthdayideas #somethingdifferentforkids #childrensparties
#kidsbirthdayideas #somethingdifferentforkids #childrensparties
Last half term at White Lion, Buckley! Everyone loved it so much we got invited back for the Easter break 🦂 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/ahzkobrlmn
@thewhitelionch7 #exoticanimalshows #animalhandlingshows #newexperiences #facingfears #interesting #exciting
@thewhitelionch7 #exoticanimalshows #animalhandlingshows #newexperiences #facingfears #interesting #exciting
June 4, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Last half term at White Lion, Buckley! Everyone loved it so much we got invited back for the Easter break 🦂 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/ahzkobrlmn
@thewhitelionch7 #exoticanimalshows #animalhandlingshows #newexperiences #facingfears #interesting #exciting
@thewhitelionch7 #exoticanimalshows #animalhandlingshows #newexperiences #facingfears #interesting #exciting
Back by popular demand, we return to @PiperPubChester this Sunday! Time slots 1-2pm, 2-3pm or 3-4pm. Entry is £5 each, which goes towards the vet bills / medications etc of our rescued animals. Tickets can be bought in the pub (cash only) or by messaging us (cash or card on the day). Limited seats!
June 3, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Back by popular demand, we return to @PiperPubChester this Sunday! Time slots 1-2pm, 2-3pm or 3-4pm. Entry is £5 each, which goes towards the vet bills / medications etc of our rescued animals. Tickets can be bought in the pub (cash only) or by messaging us (cash or card on the day). Limited seats!
One of our earlier shows at @PiperPubHoole! This was the day we learned how incredibly popular these shows can be - so we switched to ticketed events with limited spaces, to make sure you all get the best experience! 🐢 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/fmpskwaeir
June 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
One of our earlier shows at @PiperPubHoole! This was the day we learned how incredibly popular these shows can be - so we switched to ticketed events with limited spaces, to make sure you all get the best experience! 🐢 Full photo album at https://f.mtr.cool/fmpskwaeir
So viv defensive! But she's got so much better over time, just show her some respect and she'll appreciate you 🐍 #hognosesnake #westernhognose #hognoseoftiktok #snakesofinsta #ratsnakesofinstagram #snakesoftiktok #snakecare #exoticpetcare
February 24, 2025 at 9:02 PM
So viv defensive! But she's got so much better over time, just show her some respect and she'll appreciate you 🐍 #hognosesnake #westernhognose #hognoseoftiktok #snakesofinsta #ratsnakesofinstagram #snakesoftiktok #snakecare #exoticpetcare
They recommend you don’t handle Bird Eaters 🕷️ but what if it escapes or there’s an emergency - so we’ll start training with a High Five! Not gonna lie, I really didn't know what to expect here… bit of a risk but we’ll test things gradually and maybe become best mates. Or not 🤷🏻♂️ #birdeatertarantula
February 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
They recommend you don’t handle Bird Eaters 🕷️ but what if it escapes or there’s an emergency - so we’ll start training with a High Five! Not gonna lie, I really didn't know what to expect here… bit of a risk but we’ll test things gradually and maybe become best mates. Or not 🤷🏻♂️ #birdeatertarantula
We’ve all been there, shameful innit! 🦎🦗 #chameleon #chameleonsoftiktok #chameleonsofinstagram #lizard #lizardsoftiktok #lizardsofinstagram
February 24, 2025 at 7:05 PM
We’ve all been there, shameful innit! 🦎🦗 #chameleon #chameleonsoftiktok #chameleonsofinstagram #lizard #lizardsoftiktok #lizardsofinstagram
Last few pics from Wednesday's show (4 of 4)
February 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Last few pics from Wednesday's show (4 of 4)
More pics from Wednesday's show (3 of 4)
February 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
More pics from Wednesday's show (3 of 4)
Some pics from Wednesday's show (2 of 4)
February 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Some pics from Wednesday's show (2 of 4)
What a day @ MarineBar #Liverpool! Great turn-out & I loved seeing how excited, curious, even a bit hesitant some of the kids & grownups were... we entertained, educated & cured a few fears😁 If you were there we'd like to hear who your favourite was. Now, who wants to play pool with a 4-foot lizard?
February 21, 2025 at 6:43 PM
What a day @ MarineBar #Liverpool! Great turn-out & I loved seeing how excited, curious, even a bit hesitant some of the kids & grownups were... we entertained, educated & cured a few fears😁 If you were there we'd like to hear who your favourite was. Now, who wants to play pool with a 4-foot lizard?