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Where should pet reptiles and their gear be kept out of?

Keep reptiles out of the kitchen and food areas.

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  1. Only the bedroom
  2. Only the garage
  3. The kitchen and anywhere food is eaten ✔

Why: Reptile germs can spread to counters, dishes and food. The CDC says keep reptiles and their equipment away from anywhere food is made, stored, served or eaten.

Huh, didn't know that: The CDC also says not to let reptiles roam freely through the home.

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Why did the turtle leave the kitchen? It heard the lettuce was off limits.
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Answer: The kitchen and anywhere food is eaten. Reptile germs can spread to counters, dishes and food. The CDC says keep reptiles and their equipment away from anywhere food is made, stored, served or eaten.

  1. CDC Healthy Pets: Reptiles and Amphibians www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/about/reptiles-and-amphibians.html
    Keep reptiles, amphibians, and their equipment out of the kitchen or anywhere that food is prepared, stored, served, or eaten.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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