Canyon Critters Company Bio

Canyon Critters was founded by Nico Novelli because he wanted to share his lifelong passion for reptiles and exotic pets. Nico enjoys sharing his collection of critters for entertainment, but also so he can educate people about proper and responsible care.

In an effort to help support the ever-growing number of abandoned critters, Nico continues to rescue critters in need of a home. Nico started taking in rescues when he was working for the Los Angeles County Animal Control, as an alternative to euthanizing them. Aside from owning and handling many types of critters for over 30 years, Nico had the privilege of working for Jules Sylvester, the owner of Reptile Rentals. Reptile Rentals supplied reptiles and other exotic animals to the entertainment industry for such movies as "Indiana Jones", "Arachnophobia", "Lemony Snicket" and "Snakes on a Plane".

Nico also gained experience handling and caring for wolves while living and volunteering at a Hybrid Wolf Rescue in Colorado. This is where Nico bonded with his gentle giant, Harper. You can meet Harper — Nico's beloved dog and Canyon Critters mascot — during a Canyon Critters wolf show.

If you have any questions or comments, you can submit them in the form to the right. If you are ready to be fully entertained with a live reptile show or wolf show, call Nico at 303.642.0690 or visit our contact page for more information. The Canyon Critters animals love to perform at kids birthday parties, educational school or library events, boy or girl scout functions or town festivals.