Meet Pancake, Animal Ambassador

Last Updated 2/19/2024Posted in Ambassadors, Homepage


Pancake is an Ornate Uromastyx. She came to the Ranch in September of 2021 after her previous owners realized they were misinformed about how to properly care for her. 

After spending three months in quarantine, Pancake was officially healthy enough to become a part of our education programs. She is a spicy lizard who prefers to hang out under her basking spot (which can reach temperatures up to 120 degrees!) observing our guests as they come through our doors. She loves fresh green lettuce and her fifteen bean soup. Fun fact: Pancake does not drink any water. She is the only critter at Rescue Ranch that does not have a water dish in her enclosure - she gets all the water she needs from the foods that she eats!

Pancake is a beautiful Uromastyx and we are so thankful she is healthy and full of sass! Next time you visit the Ranch, be sure to look for her in our lobby!
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