Exotic Animal Sanctuary
Where Abused and Unwanted Animals Find a
Permanent Home
Our Story
.jpg)
Gary Brady
Founder of Critter Haven
It all began over 20 years ago when Gary's wife asked for a pet, so he gave her a hermit crab hoping they wouldn't get too attached. Before long they were taking in any animal that needed care and soon their home was overrun with birds, reptiles, mammals, and more. It was at that point they made a commitment to help save and protect as many abused or unwanted exotic animals as they could.
What started as a hermit crab purchased for his late wife has turned into a truly unique sanctuary which houses more than 200 animals across a 10 acres facility. Our sanctuary is now a 501(c)(3) organization and is licensed, regulated, and inspected by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
​
Gary, as well as his volunteers, have made great sacrifices in both time and resources to create this special place in honor of his late wife and for the preservation of so many amazing critters.
​
Meet Our Llamas
Meet Our Coyote
Meet Our Kinkajous
Meet Our Emus
Meet Our Lemur
Meet Our Wolf
Meet Our Exotic Birds
Meet More of Our Critters














