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This is one of the most important episodes I have recorded to date, it is a topic that impacts us all however the majority of us avoid discussing it. Jessica Hill is today's guest and she is here to help answer the question: "what will happen to your reptiles when you die?". Part of being a responsible reptile keeper is having a plan for the worst-case scenario. In this episode, Jessica gives us a full toolkit for how to navigate preparing for the death of a keeper. She discusses, how to choose a future guardian, Living Wills, Pet Trusts, Non-legal arrangements, creating care handbooks, and more. This is a must-listen for anyone will animals at home.
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/142-jessica-hill/
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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with world-renowned herpetoculturist and author, Philippe De Vosjoli! We discuss Philippe’s origins in herpetoculture, how the field has changed over the last few decades, herpetoculture’s benefits to individuals and society, and so much more. There are very few, if any, individuals who have had as profound an impact on their field as Philippe has had on herpetoculture, and it was a true honor to discuss our mutual passion with him. This is an episode that reveals more and more with each listen. Enjoy, and please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined!
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Frank Payne joins us to talk about his personal philosophy as a reptile breeder and the qualities he looks for in a species for his next project. This is a fascinating mindset for any reptile keeper or breeder to take notes from. Something here for all! Enjoy!
Show Notes: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/10-frank-payne/
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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with dear friend of the show, Max Staab! We discuss Max's mindful approach to herpetoculture, growing a collection responsibly, how field herping can influence herpetoculture, keeping and breeding Thrasops jacksonii (and other obscure Afrotropical herpetofauna), and much more! Have a listen, and please like, subscribe, and share, if you feel so inclined!
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/10-max-staab/
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Armen Keuylian is an Anole breeder, popular social media influencer, and the founder of HerpTime. Armen mainly specializes in rare and uncommon anole species. In the episode, we discuss why the Anolis genus is so underrated, and why they have the potential to compete with dart frogs when it comes to beauty and care. Armen tells us what life as a full-time reptile breeder is like; the clever way he sells his babies at expos, how to create viral reptile-related reels on Instagram, and much more!
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/141-herptime/
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Francis Cosquieri gives us a comprehensive deep dive on Russian, Korean & Japanese rat snakes, their natural history, taxonomy and captive care. Francis has a 30 year old Japanese rat snake so hes certainly someone you want advice from. Enjoy!
In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with the incomparable, Philip Tremper of Tremper's Lizard Ranch! We discuss Philip's philosophy of keeping, his rare and eclectic collection of lizards, what it's like to visit the Hamm show, finding one's limits in herpetoculture, and much more! Have a listen, and please like, subscribe, and share, if you feel so inclined!
Show Notes: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/9-philip-tremper/
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Heather Moye of Fairytail Dragons gives us a deep dive into bearded dragons, and what their care entails. How do bearded dragons fare in the high-humidity climate of Florida? How do you keep them outside successfully? What does good breeding standards like?
Show Notes: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/8-heather-moye/
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Dr. Rob Coke, DVM is the Senior Director of Veterinary Care at the San Antonio Zoo. We cover a wide range of topics in this episode including, zoo medicine, practicing medicine with venomous reptiles, how to properly quarantine new and/or sick animals as well as the rift between keepers and vets. Dr. Coke also walks us through how the process he is currently going through to save the life of a red-footed that had been hit by a car as well as how he uses acupuncture as a treatment for osteoporosis and other ailments.
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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with the talented, Ashley Dezan, of Northern Lights Reptile Imports. We discuss the benefits of naturalistic herpetoculture, how the import business has influenced Ashley's perspective, the differences between European and American herpetoculture, establishing sensitive species, and much more! Have a listen, and please like, subscribe, and share, if you feel so inclined!
SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/8-ashley-dezan/
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