--- title: "Small Scales Reptile Rescue — check charity number SC048771 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Small Scales Reptile Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048771. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/small-scales-reptile-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-24T20:06:30.723Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Small Scales Reptile Rescue is a registered charity (number SC048771) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of animal welfare. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Small Scales Reptile Rescue? Registered charity number SC048771 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dundee City ## What does Small Scales Reptile Rescue do? 4 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of animal welfare through rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming reptiles, providing access to veterinary treatment, shelter for abandoned, abused or injured animals and advice and support to the public on the correct care of reptiles. ## What causes is Small Scales Reptile Rescue registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Small Scales Reptile Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Small Scales Reptile Rescue is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=small-scales-reptile-rescue&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Small Scales Reptile Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Small Scales Reptile Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048771) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Small Scales Reptile Rescue's charity number? Small Scales Reptile Rescue's charity number is SC048771. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048771? Search SC048771 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Small Scales Reptile Rescue do? 4 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of animal welfare through rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming reptiles, providing access to veterinary treatment, shelter for abandoned, abused or injured animals and advice and support to the public on the correct care of reptiles. Does Small Scales Reptile Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Small Scales Reptile Rescue. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Small Scales Reptile Rescue? Small Scales Reptile Rescue does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC048771).