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70: PH Making It Happen w/ John Scarbrough Feb 02, 2024

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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! SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/70-john-scarbrough/

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Geckoboa: https://www.geckoboa.com
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188: AAH Setting Up Breeding Tubs so Snakes Thrive as FUTURE PETS | Marie Lavigne Jan 30, 2024

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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. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/188-marie-lavigne/ WE DISCUSS:

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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69: PH Let The Wave Hit You w/ Ron St. Pierre Jan 26, 2024

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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!

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!

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/69-ron-st-pierre/

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FairyTail Dragons: www.fairytaildragons.com
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Follow Ron on IG: @ron_stpierre

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Reptile Rocks: https://www.superuro.com
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FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com

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187: AAH Is Selling Reptiles to Uneducated Buyers Worth It? | Exotics of The World TV Jan 20, 2024

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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! SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/187-exotics-of-the-world-tv/

WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up

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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68: PH Pomona Super Show Recap w/ Phil and Roy Jan 17, 2024

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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!

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/68-pomona-super-show/

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CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE
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Tortoise Supply: https://www.tortoisesupply.com
Reptile Rocks: https://www.superuro.com
Redline Shipping: https://www.redlineshipping.com
FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com

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185: Should You Buy a Reptile From PetSmart? | Paul Barclay - AAH Jan 06, 2024

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Paul Barclay is the owner and founder of Custom Reptile Habitats. In the episode, Paul discusses his background in the pet industry and the inspiration behind starting his own business. He talks about the lack of quality reptile enclosures and how he saw an opportunity to create something better. Paul also emphasizes the importance of big box pet stores in the industry and the need for better understanding and collaboration among different segments of the industry. He addresses the controversy surrounding the treatment of animals in breeding facilities and the importance of giving animals time to adapt to new environments. Paul concludes by expressing his passion for helping people and animals through his business. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/185-crh/

WE DISCUSS: 0:00 Coming Up 2:42 Welcome Paul & Background 15:35 Reptile By Mack & Understanding Big Box Pet Stores 27:20 Understanding the Pet Industry 38:02 CRH & Pateron Ad Read 38:51 Pushing Reptile Enclosures Forward 47:07 Moving on from Reptile By Mack & Starting CRH 57:39 Custom Reptile Habitats & Maximum Reptile 1:08:21 900 Gal Ball Python Enclosure with a Tub 1:23:42 Giving Reptiles Time to Adapt & Increasing Minimum Standard 1:39:12 Where do Big Box Pet Stores Fit in Herpetoculture? 1:48:28 Animal Rights, PeTA & Reptiles by Mack 2:01:14 What is the Future of Herpetoculture? 2:07:55 Closing Thoughts 2:14:26 Outro LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

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67: PH Crazy For Spiders w/ Hannes Driemer Jan 05, 2024

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In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Hannes Driemer to the show! We discuss the origins of his interest in herpetoculture and invertebrate keeping, the similarities and differences between the two disciplines, his studies in biology and how they have influenced his keeping, and a whole lot more! Don't miss this episode!

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Follow Hannes on Instagram: @der_spinner
Jungle Visions Collective website: https://www.junglevisions.de

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66: PH A Single Fang w/ Chris Sharp Dec 29, 2023

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In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Chris Sharp back to the show! We discuss what's changed in his collection since we spoke last, hear about his experience being bitten by a rattlesnake, talk about the Reptile Super Show we'll be vending at together, and a whole lot more! This is a seriously fascinating one, with a truly harrowing account from Chris. Don't miss this episode!

SHOW NOTES:https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/66-chris-sharp/

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Follow Chris on Instagram: @sharpshooterreptiles

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Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code ‘projectherp’ for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH
Tortoise Supply: https://www.tortoisesupply.com
Reptile Rocks: https://www.superuro.com
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FairyTail Dragons: https://fairytaildragons.com

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184: How To Set Up A Reptile Terrarium | Damian McKay - AAH Dec 23, 2023

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Damian Mckay is a long-time reptile keeper out of Australia and the owner of Copperhead Customs, which is an enclosure design company that specializes in custom-built backgrounds and decor that not only look amazing but are functional and specific to the animal they are made for. In this episode, we cover the fundamentals of building reptile habitats, including enclosure size, basking and heat, hydration, security, and sanitation. We discuss how to design habitats with function in mind, rather than aesthetics. Damian also walks us through the step-by-step process he uses to build backgrounds and much more!

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/184-cooperhead-customs/

We Discuss:

0:00 Coming Up

2:19 Welcome Damian & Background

20:48 What is Copperhead Customs?

23:07 Habitat Design Essentials

24:06 Understanding Enclosure Size

27:18 Basking & Heat

28:50 Hydration

34:54 Security and Hides

38:59 CRH & Pateron Ad Read

39:50 Sanitation & Ventilation

44:52 Using Natural History to Create a Functional Habitat

1:04:54 Natural Looking but Inappropriate? Using Thermostats

1:16:04 Process for Building Custom Backgrounds

1:37:54 Minimum Enclosure Size

1:53:07 Help New Keepers Start Properly

2:08:13 Bullying within our Community

2:20:07 Damian's YouTube Channel Idea

2:29:57 Closing Thoughts

2:31:10 Outro

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65: PH Why We Need The Reptile Talks w/ Jay Sommers Dec 22, 2023

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In this episode, Phil and Roy have a conversation with Jay Sommers! We discuss how he got started in herpetoculture, some of his early influences, some things he would like to see change in the industry, his upcoming Reptile Talks event, and a whole lot more! Jay has a range of experience within herpetoculture that very few can match. Don't miss this episode!

SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/65-jay-sommers/ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: