Finnian, an Angora rabbit (posing here on the couch), shares the house with two other Angoras. Their owner collects their fur and spins yarn from it.
Photograph by Areca RoeJosephine Houdini adds a splash of colour to the kitchen table. "She was so named because of her habit of escaping her tank," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeFinches Wendy and Gabby sometimes get a break from their cage to fly around the kitchen—and gravitate toward the potted herbs.
Photograph by Areca RoeMedusa, an emerald tree snake, enjoys a specially made PVC pipe tree in the shower, which keeps the tropical reptile moist and happy.
Photograph by Areca RoeDozer the potbellied pig acts "very much like a dog, following commands and showing affection toward his owners," Roe says. He sometimes sleeps on the bed.
Photograph by Areca RoeAn iguana named Jade climbs the household couch. Iguanas are tropical lizards native to the Americas and the Caribbean.
Photograph by Areca RoeThese unnamed eastern box turtles live in outdoor enclosures in the summer, and in tanks during the winter.
Photograph by Areca RoeAs a young chicken, Blue was given the run of the house. "When she was old enough she'd join the other chickens in their coop," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeA bearded dragon named Tumnus—named after a character in the Chronicles of Narnia—rests on a bed. His owner says the reptile has a distinct personality and shows affection.
Photograph by Areca RoeA ball python named Freckles climbs a flower planter outside its home. "The owner would often take Freckles to visit classrooms to educate children about snakes and reptiles," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeFelix the chinchilla poses in a rare moment of stillness. "He was so quick, it was difficult to get a photo of him as he darted around the room," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeAn unnamed hermit crab makes its way across a tile floor. The crustaceans can live up to 10 years in captivity.
Photograph by Areca RoeMarvin the chameleon's owner is a drummer, "so we chose to place Marvin on one of the many drums around the house," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeHickety (seen roaming her kitchen) was kept partly for eggs, "but her owners showed great affection for their chickens," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeTurdell the snapping turtle lives in a large tank with a swimming area, "but we placed him in the laundry room for his photo shoot," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca RoeRats Wicket and Truffle are "quite affectionate with the owners, seeming to enjoy crawling on them and snuggling with them. They were also very curious, exploring the whole house," Roe says.
Photograph by Areca Roe