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These fees are excessive, especially for snakes. When we receive illegal animals, we usually are able to bill about $8-10 a day (varies by city and here it must be approved by a judge, typically) plus any actual costs. We are not vets so that cost would be added. The idea that boarding fees for low maintenance animals (snakes) which are fed weekly and cleaned as needed, should parallel cats or dogs is ridiculous. Of course, the simple fact is that these criminals rarely pay anyway. If the cost is intended to discourage illegal ownership, t won't. Nothing wrong with making a profit. Question - do you only board seized animals or do you take voluntary boarders (client going on vacation for instance) and if you do, what do you charge.
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