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How did we end up starting this project?

A recent incident of a crested gecko being abandoned shocked reptile keepers around the world.

Unfortunately, incidents like this do not end with just one case. Even now, geckos are continuously being listed on animal shelter websites nationwide.

These days, gecko abandonment is becoming a bigger issue. As more people are keeping reptiles, the number of abandoned and surrendered geckos is steadily increasing.

But here is the problem...

Most general animal shelters focus on mammals, dogs, and cats, so they often lack the specialized environments and experience needed to properly care for reptiles.

The need for a gecko-specific shelter, which is rare in Korea, has become increasingly apparent.

That is why we are starting...!

1. No euthanasia,

2. Rescuing geckos that have been surrendered, abandoned, abused, or neglected

3. No breeding

A project to establish a gecko shelter focused on protection and rehoming!

The 'Ttomoham Gecko Shelter,' which aims to be established in the future, is committed to the following principles.

-We will provide a safe temporary shelter environment for rescued geckos.

-After confirming their health, we will proceed with responsible rehoming.

-We will transparently disclose the details of rescue activities and the use of sponsorship funds.

-We will operate with rescue and protection as our top priorities, not breeding.

Plan to establish the 'Ttomoham Gecko Shelter'

The following informationis a plan to be pursued if the project proceeds successfully and may be subject to change depending on the progress.

I am currently raising several crested geckos myself and continuously studying diseases, breeding, and nutrition management. Although it is still on a small scale, I plan to build expertise by gaining experience in the form of a private shelter rather than starting on a large scale from the beginning. If the scale grows, I am considering establishing a private nonprofit corporation to continue operations. If necessary, I will cooperate with exotic animal hospitals for treatment.

1. Securing space

We plan to search for and secure a suitable space with the goal of operating a gecko shelter.

We will prepare isolation and housing facilities for the initial animals and ensure proper heating, cooling, dehumidification, and ventilation.

2. Preparation of other equipment and necessary supplies

We will prepare cleaning and disinfecting supplies, various feeds and backups, and hiding places.

3. Initial animal treatment and checkups

If geckos are rescued in the future, they will be immediately separated from existing animals and quarantined for a certain period.

If necessary, treatment and checkups will be conducted at an exotic animal hospital.

Animals that are sick or require special care will be isolated.

After confirming their health status, we will proceed with protection or rehoming procedures.

4. Shelter operation

Once preparations for establishment are complete, we will check the health of the animals and manage the environment.

We will promote geckos that are available for rehoming.

Reward Description

1. Supporter Hall of Fame + Online Support Certificate

The names of all supporters will be listed on one wall of the 'Ttomoham Gecko Shelter.'

2. Gecko Keyring + Shipping Fee

(For Jeju Island and other remote areas, an additional shipping fee of 3,000 KRW will be charged. For those applicable, we will provide the bank account information for direct deposit after the final payment!)

This is a simple Crested Gecko keyring.

1. Kkumtle, walking hard and diligently.

2. Kkumkkuni, dreaming new dreams while looking at the sky.

The images below are mock-ups; the actual product may differ from the mock-up.

Photos of the actual product will be uploaded after sample production.

The sample size will be produced up to a maximum of 40mm wide by 40mm high.

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Reason for Funding on Wadiz

Currently, it is very burdensome for an individual to start a shelter with only personal funds due to facility and medical expenses. Your support empowers us to prepare for the establishment.

Your support is not just for creating space for enclosures, but for giving abandoned geckos a chance to live again. It covers the costs for rescued geckos to receive treatment, be safely protected, and meet new families.

Ttomoham Gecko Shelter will transparently disclose the use of support funds and will responsibly use them for rescue, protection, treatment, and rehoming.

"Ttomoham Gecko Shelter"

A gecko shelter specializing in rescue, protection, and rehoming without euthanasia.

Funding Usage Plan

Where will the funds you contribute through Funding be used?

All expenses except for the keyring production cost will be used for the detailed Tomoham Gecko Shelter establishment plan mentioned above. All donations will be used transparently, and the usage details will be disclosed on the Tomoham Gecko Shelter Band.

The production cost from the target amount will be used for the expenditure items listed below.

Shipping fee
Packaging material cost
Order cost
Fee

Shelter establishment preparation

Plan to search for shelter location and rental space (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Goal to meet with cooperative exotic animal hospitals and veterinarians (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Plan to select essential equipment such as enclosures, backup, and temperature control devices (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Plan to revise shelter manual and adoption procedures (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Final space contract, creation of internal environment, and installation of enclosures and quarantine spaces planned (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Installation of enclosures and quarantine spaces, and establishment of safety facilities planned (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Plan to begin rescuing and protecting abandoned and surrendered geckos (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Health checkups and treatment for individuals planned (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Goal to recruit additional sponsors and establish a regular sponsorship system (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Goal to recruit volunteers (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Goal to provide temporary care and connect for adoption if possible (subject to change depending on circumstances)
Plan to continuously share the protection status with sponsors (subject to change depending on circumstances)

Notice: The actual Rewards are limited to listing in the Sponsor Hall of Fame and the gecko keyring. The purpose of the donation is to establish the gecko shelter.

The above plan is a preparation plan to be implemented after the project ends, and it may be changed or partially adjusted depending on the progress.