If you love reptiles, it doesn’t take much to start daydreaming about reptile rescue: a few minutes browsing the local classifieds, a quick trip inside a big chain pet store, an inspirational story from Instagram. A suffering little reptile face… Continue Reading
Updated 8/13/2020 Imagine you’re at a reptile expo for the first time, or maybe your kid dragged you to the pet store because they’ve been bugging you for a pet and you finally caved. As you shop, you second-guess yourself,… Continue Reading
Sometimes when I’m browsing the local reptile classifieds, I get a little depressed (or I want to take them all, depending on the day). Some are sick, some have obviously poor husbandry, many are the result of a saturated market,… Continue Reading
With sneks in hats and seductive leopard geckos proliferating on the Internet, we are seeing a shift in public perception of reptiles from creepy to – dare I say – cute? This is GREAT! Positive press → more interest →… Continue Reading
Last updated: June 23, 2021 If disaster strikes tomorrow, would you still be able to take care of your reptiles? If you’re like me, you probably haven’t thought much about it. But just like it’s a good idea to keep… Continue Reading
Occasionally you might see the abbreviation “CB” or “WC” in a reptile ad. What does it mean? And why does it matter? Read on to find out. CB = Captive Bred Captive bred reptiles have never lived in the wild.… Continue Reading
There’s a reason why I don’t include breeding instructions in my care packets. Every year, countless numbers of unwanted reptiles appear in classified ads. More sit in pet stores, enduring (often) inadequate care in crowded conditions. Many of these animals are… Continue Reading
Christmas is in T-minus 16 days, and that means crunch time is upon us! Parents are scrambling to find the perfect gifts for their loved ones. And you know what makes a great gift? Getting them a reptile for Christmas!… Continue Reading