Animals at Home Network

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Eddie Soto back to the show! We catch up on what's changed since he last visited the show, why he's drawn to Lacertidae, how he was the catalyst behind starting P:H podcast, and a whole lot more. This conversation is full of the granular ranting and rambling for which this show is known, and we hope you enjoy it!

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In this episode, Roy welcomes Kori Martin to the show! We hear about her origins in herpetoculture, how she transitioned to breeding reptiles full time, why her collection has shifted away from snakes and toward lizards, and a whole lot more. Kori is full of passion and enthusiasm, and this is not an episode to be missed!

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Jamie Woods returns to the Animals at Home Network to continue a discussion on applying tried and true aquarium concepts to herpetoculture. In the episode, Jamie discusses the current lack of biofeedback within reptile enclosures and how mixed-species enclosures may fix that. We cover the lack of hunting opportunities we give snakes in captivity and how live-feeding may be the key to triggering breeding behavior in some species. We wrap up the episode with a conversation about technology in both reptile and fish keeping and why advancing tech is not always better.

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Rebecca Hassler is the owner of Dragoon Gecko, an EU-based leopard gecko morph breeding facility. In this episode, Rebecca discusses the use of the term "pure", and if it is appropriate to use in relation to morphs. We cover some of the differences between leopard gecko and ball python breeding, specifically highlighting the difference between working with simple vs. complex genetic traits. Rebecca explains the value genetic testing would bring to the breeding community and we wrap up the episode discussing domestication.

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In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome John Scarbrough of Geckoboa to the show! We hear about his origins in herpetoculture, how he transitioned to breeding geckos full time, how he built a private facility for his projects, and a whole lot more. John is a class act and an absolute wealth of knowledge - this is NOT an episode to be missed!Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show with a tip or donation, consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors at the affiliate links below!

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Marie Lavigne is a Canadian reptile breeder and the owner of Konoha Reptiles. Konoha Reptiles is mainly focused on breeding geckos including Phelsuma, Strophurus, Nephrurus, Oedura, and more. Marie also works at Exotics Addicts, a reptile shop owned by her boyfriend Jo in Blainville, Quebec. In this episode, Marie gives some valuable insight into how she sets up her baby snake breeding racks to ensure the snakes thrive when they are sold to pet keepers. She also explains the pros and cons of working with reptiles full-time and how to communicate with keepers and breeders about enrichment and advancing care.

0:00 Coming Up

1:58 Welcome Marie & Background

21:30 Overview of Exotics Addicts Reptile Shop

28:54 How did you initially approach reptile care?

31:24 EK Magazine & CRH Ad Read

32:35 Adding Enrichment to Tub Setups

40:38 Politely Challenging The Status Quo

48:20 Ethics of Scaleless Snakes

51:30 Are Your Young Snakes Successful in Pet Environments

1:03:50 Reptiles as a Career, what is it like?

1:14:44 Closing Thoughts

1:17:27 Outro

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In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome the legend himself, Ron St. Pierre, back to the show! We hear about what's changed since Ron joined us last (on Episode No. 3), talk about the current state of herpetoculture and the market, discuss the legacy of Brian Barczyk, talk about the value of consistency versus adaptability, and a whole lot more. As with every conversation with Ron, this episode has no shortage of hard-earned wisdom and insight - this is NOT, one to be missed!

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Ashley Norman and Jake Rutherford are the creators of the Exotics of the World TV YouTube Channel. Ashley is a long-time reptile keeper and owner of the UK-based reptile shop, Exotics of the World, and Jake is a relative newcomer to herpetoculture which the duo a great balance between novice and experienced keeping. In the episode, we discuss the importance of sacrificing animal sales to ensure animals sold are going to proper homes, how to educate new keepers without scaring them away due to the expense, plans for the Exotics of the World TV YouTube Channel, and more!

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2:21 Welcome Ash & Jake & Quick Bio

13:43 Jake - Experience as a customer

20:03 Hiring a competent Reptile Shop Staff

28:33 Psychology of New Reptile Keepers & Beardies as a Beginner?

39:47 Reducing Standards to Make Reptile Sales

48:58 EK Magazine & CRH Ad Read

50:10 Starting Exotics of the World TV YouTube Channel

57:48 Current and Future Video Content

1:09:15 Film Breeding Operation

1:15:20 Closing Thoughts

1:17:55 Outro

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In this episode, Phil and Roy recap the Pomona Reptile Super Show! They also offer some teasers of what's to come for P:H. Have a listen and let us know what you think!

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Gabriel Mattei is a vet student born and raised in Thailand. In the episode, we discuss the wildlife and pet markets in Thailand, including the infamous Chatuchak Market, Gabriel's upbringing in Thailand, and his experience keeping various tortoise and turtle species (chelonians). Gabriel emphasizes the importance of establishing breeding groups and taking time to acclimate newly imported species. He also shares his thoughts on the ethics of keeping tortoises and provides insights into tortoise and turtle husbandry.

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