The Reptile Company

Why Choose Us?

• First, and least important in our eyes, you will find that our prices are very competitive, if not the cheapest, for the high quality of animals we offer.

• All of our animals are cared for as if they were our own pets. We understand that a catchy motto, logo, or sales campaign may get your attention, but quality animals is what will keep you coming back. All animals are fed their proper diets, exposed to proper lighting, snakes eat at least twice with us before they are sold, no crowded enclosures, and thin/weak animals will never be passed on to you. Give us a try and let our quality animals do the "talking".

• Service, Service, Service. We have a combined effort of 20+ years of reptile and exotic animal experience. You can call us with any questions/concerns or last minute orders during regular business hours or for issues that can't wait till the next business day, we are continuously checking our e-mail. Never be left in the dark after your purchase! It is service after the sale that counts. We want to make buying from The Reptile Co. a great experience for all customers, personalizing our service to meet your demands. Never be afraid to ask!

History

The Reptile Co. goes Educational and Exotic!
Our educational programs have been widely accepted locally and we are constantly booking Birthdays, School Events, working with Boy & Girl Scout troops, and charities. This has been a great way to educate our younger consumers and spread the message of how cool some of these animals really are! In addition to the educational presentations, I have decided to go a little deeper on the exotic side of things. The store is in a transition, awaiting our USDA license. Currently in the store, you can find hand fed birds and parrots, along with Ferrets- with a full-line of necessary supplies. After receiving final certification from the USDA, we are excited to bring some very unique animals into the area. Keep your eyes open for ground squirrels, short tail opossums, armadillos, and even Kinkajous...WHO KNOWS what will crawl through the door.

Back in the day:

Back in 1995, a bearded dragon (mistaken for a female) was sold to our first customer, Ms. Fontaine of California. I cannot thank her enough for her influence and assistance, forever changing my life. That is how it all began.

In 1999, as a junior in High School, Jordan Patch took his love for reptiles from a hobby to a business under the name PatchWorks Reptiles. A number of stores in Broome County took a chance and placed orders, soon becoming frequent customers. That number continued to grow each summer the business was active. Attending a number of flea markets also added to PatchWorks Reptiles' local popularity. However, the business fell on the back burner when Jordan left to attend Le Moyne College.

In the summer of 2002, PatchWorks Reptiles opened a showroom in Binghamton, greatly increasing its customer base. PatchWorks Reptiles' attendance at county fairs during the summer, continued to increase the business' popularity. Pictures of the old showroom and fair/flea market booth can be seen on the Pictures page of this site. The showroom was closed in the fall when school started once again.

PatchWorks Reptiles officially ceased operations on 1/20/05 and The Reptile Co. was "hatched". The Reptile Co. shifted its focus to wholesale customers, but not like other animal suppliers. Instead, The Reptile Co. offered a unique consultancy service to its wholesale customers, redefining the wholesale service that retail locations traditionally received.

The Reptile Co. Goes Public...
We are growing! I have finally been able to make my dream become a reality. With a college degree in business under my belt and months and months of planning, I've decided to go retail. This move will allow the large customer base we've developed in Broome County, the opportunity to buy directly from us. The wholesale operation will continue, focusing on stores out of our area and across the country. Where will we go from here? Check back soon!