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Less industrialized, More individualized Animal Care within the Reptile Hobby. Thanks for visiting my page: Animals at Home!
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To inspire others push the limits of their animal husbandry by prompting the importance of high level and creative husbandry, individualized for each animal. The higher quality of care, the more your animal will reward you with their fascinating natural behavior. My goal with Animals at Home is to help refocus the reptile hobby towards individualized animal care. I want to inspire people

to talk about each of their animals. I want to learn about the individual animal, not about the genetics it carries. I want you to hear about the care you provide and about the enclosure it is in. I certainly do not have all the answers when it comes to husbandry, I am no expert and I learn something new everyday. My goal is to inspire others to push their limits of care. Your animals will reward you with your efforts. MISSION:

To inspire others push the limits of their animal husbandry by prompting the importance of high level and creative husbandry, individualized for each animal. VISION:

Less industrialized, More individualized Animal Care within the Reptile Hobby. VALUES:

The inclusion of natural features into animal husbandry. You can’t jam all elements of nature into your animal’s home, but certain essentials should be included to enrich their environment. We owe that to the animals we care for. Prompting basic study of the natural history of the animals in your care. GOALS:

Provide guidance to new animal owners. Raise the bar for the minimum standard of care. Be apart of the solution to what I perceive as “problem areas” in the reptile hobby. PROBLEMS TO SOLVE:

Over Breeding: I like a good “morph” just as much as the next person… but in my opinion, nothing compares to the wild-type patterns and colors Mother Nature has produced. I believe “hunting” for the next great genetic “masterpiece” has flooded the market with “normal’s,” Sending them off into the hands of ill-prepared owners. (This does not mean all breeders are to blame… or that breeding for morphs should stop)

Poor Husbandry: The reptile hobby is plagued with people taking very poor care of their animals. People are sold an animal they know nothing about, they feed it, they water it, and then get tired of it. Your local classifieds are full of reptiles between 2-4 years old whose owners “no longer have time for them” (many of which have lifespans of 20+ years). I don’t think we can stop any irresponsible sales of animals to people who aren’t ready to own them, BUT maybe we can have a positive impact on those who DO end up buying animals impulsively. Maybe we can inspire these new owners, show them the natural beauty of the animals they bought and motivate them to improve their husbandry.

15/11/2024

In about one year, this guy will be old enough to buy himself a 🍺 in the USA

07/11/2024

Almost time to prune the ficus inside my carpet python enclosure! The plants are thriving on ’s Terra Fauna substrate and oak leaf litter. If you’re looking for a great quality, turn key substrate then make sure you check out The BioDude! 😎

09/09/2024

Check out my episode on the new podcast, Reptile Rendezvous!

Join us as we dive into the world of reptile care, discussing everything from the proper tank setup for your scaly friend to their unique feeding habits. We'...

13/08/2024

Check it out!

Episode 10 of the Cold-blooded Contributions Podcast with Dillon Perron from Animals at Home.

11/08/2024

I think it’s about time for me to finally do a reptile room tour! I’ll try to record one in the next week or so.

27/07/2024

Check out my guest appearance on Cold-blooded Contributions with Tie and Scott! 🙂

Episode 10 of the Cold-blooded Contributions Podcast is now up. Massive thank you to our guest Dillon Perron from the Animals at Home Podcast - it's been way to long since our last catch up!

It takes different times to hit different platforms, here is the link for Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2wshva20wAr7sDq4X666GT?si=51017165efb740cb

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07/06/2024

This is simulating a tropical thunderstorm in a jungle rainforest ecosystem. This rainforest ecosystem contains a young carpet python hunting for prey.

02/06/2024

Thomas Marriott of Exotics Keeper Magazine discusses his recent expedition to New Caledonia to find Crested Geckos in the wild and to study the crested gecko's natural habitat. He shared details about the environment, temperature, humidity, UV levels, and diet of wild Crested Geckos. Thomas highlighted the importance of replicating the natural habitat of crested geckos and debunked myths around their care, emphasizing the need for a varied and natural diet that includes insects, berries, and pollen.

Thomas also discussed the creation of Blue River Diets, a brand that offers complete Crested Gecko diets made from natural ingredients. The diets are designed to closely mimic the geckos' natural diet in the wild, with a focus on sustainability and providing a high-protein and fragrant meal for the geckos. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/DVZW-H_JZCA

26/05/2024

Luke Basulto, a tortoise biologist and conservationist, shares his passion for desert ecosystems, particularly the desert tortoise. He discusses the challenges facing the conservation of this species, including habitat loss, predation, and climate change. Luke emphasizes the importance of education and community engagement in conservation efforts, especially in underrepresented communities. Through his organization, Saving Slowpoke, Luke aims to connect people with nature and inspire them to protect these animals. Luke also shares a personal story about his father discovering a desert tortoise under a vehicle, which sparked his lifelong passion for these animals. WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/N5gydyJCYvE

21/05/2024

🌱🌿The plants in Jaxson’s vivarium are thriving on ’s Terra Fauna substrate! If you are looking for great quality substrates that you can rely on, make sure you check out The BioDude! Also, let me know in the comments if you can spot Jaxson (crested gecko) in the first picture 😎

19/05/2024

Nick Stacey, is the founder of Fragile Planet Wildlife Park in South Texas, and the first person in the world to breed a rare species of toad, the Purple Harlequin Toad, Atelopus barbotini. Nick walks us through the method he uses to successfully breed the toads and also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a zoo from scratch. Watch here: https://youtu.be/fE4mbklgzm0

13/05/2024

This episode of the podcast celebrates the 200th episode of the Animals at Home podcast! The episode features guest, Rex Colubra, who discusses his experience with successfully cohabbing snakes for over 30 years. Rex talks about guidelines for successfully cohabbing snakes, including the importance of enclosure size, cleanliness, and monitoring stress levels. Rex also shares insights into his unique bond with his snakes, noting the mutual trust and respect that has developed between them. Rex discusses the role of trust, patience, and calmness in fostering a bond with reptiles and other creatures. The conversation highlights the individual personalities and preferences of animals, as well as the benefits of creating a natural and enriching environment for them. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into cohabbing snakes and developing meaningful connections with animals.

SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST NETWORK: SPOTIFY► https://spoti.fi/2UG5NOIThis episode of the podcast celebrates the 200th episode of the Animals at Home podcast! ...

07/05/2024

I am honored that Lori Torrini chose The Animals at Home Network to write her Positive Impact Report for her Master's Degree. Please take some time to watch her video summary of the report! THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Welcome, if this is your first visit here, I am Lori Torrini, a certified animal trainer and behaviorist with degrees in zoo keeping and animal health and be...

05/05/2024

Jungle carpet python.

28/04/2024

Mike and Ryan are a duo from Canada who run the Instagram page, Strange Life Labs, which is a collaboration between fishkeeping and reptile keeping. Mike focuses on reptiles while Ryan focuses his energy on fishkeeping. In the episode, we discuss how the two hobbies interact with each other, what reptile keepers can learn from fish keepers and visa-versa as well as how to maintain a balanced and sustainable animal room. Mike discusses which reptile species he works with including the pros and cons of the Phelsuma species he keeps and breeds and why he believes gargoyle geckos are a more attractive pet option over crested geckos. Ryan discusses his beautiful planted community aquarium, how he maintains it, and which fish species would be best for new keepers with a reptile husbandry background. WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/FmDPyjDUDkI

22/04/2024

What is something people say that tells you they don’t know anything about reptiles or reptile keeping? 👇🏼

21/04/2024

Mike Tytula of Alpha Reptile is back on the podcast to discuss his recent trip to Colombia dedicated to finding dart frogs in the wild. The conversation included insights on interpreting data collected in the wild. Mike also talked about his previous trip to Madagascar with other reptile content creators where they had a fascinating but depressing experience witnessing the destruction of nature. Additionally, they discussed his reptile room and the animals he cares for with his girlfriend Bree. WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/d5JsindgQ8U

11/04/2024

Brandon van Asten is the owner and founder of Canadian Coldblood, a reptile breeding operation based out of Ontario, Canada. Brandon is the most prolific tree monitor breeder in the world and currently working with all six common tree monitor species. In the episode, we discuss how to successfully keep and breed tree monitors, the variation in size, behaviour, and color between the different species, common health issues, how to maintain vibrant color, and much more! WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/IFZlZ2SG1fE

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This is simulating a tropical thunderstorm in a jungle rainforest ecosystem. This rainforest ecosystem contains a young carpet python hunting for prey.

I use The Bio DudeIn my Crested gecko enclosure, I use @The Bio Dude’s Leaf Litter and Terra Fauna Substrate to replicate the forest floor and humid climate on the Isle of Pines. Replicating elements of nature within a captivity setting (i.e., “naturalistic keeping”) is fundamental for your reptile to achieve a higher state of well-being. The goal of naturalistic keeping is to promote “species-specific behavior.” If your animal is not displaying wild-type behaviors, your setup lacks necessary environmental enrichment which can lead to stress. Ideally, you have created an environment that promotes animal activity that correlates with healthy species-specific behavior (digging, climbing, basking, swimming, etc.). Healthy activity will replace any abnormal behavior/unhealthy activity such as pacing, aggression, absolute sedentarism, nose rubbing, etc., which may occur in captivity. Your animal will exhibit activity and movement patterns, whether the activity patterns are healthy and positive is totally dependent on how the reptile’s enclosure is set up. In this case, I am specifically looking to replicate elements of the natural climate of the coastal forest on the Isle of Pines, one of New Caledonia's small islands, and the native range of wild crested geckos. Humidity and moisture levels play a major role in this habitat. However, replicating high humidity and moisture levels can be dangerous as it tends to also be prime growing conditions for bacteria and can lead to stagnant air. High humidity and moisture must also be paired with high ventilation and a properly functioning substrate. @The Bio Dude’s Terrra Fauna substrate is specifically designed for biomes that can get warm but have humidity spikes throughout the day. It retains moisture but also drains efficiently. For more information on the natural habitat of crested geckos, tune into episode 203 of the Animals at Home podcast.

Crested Geckos in the Wild! Exploring Their Natural Habitat with Thomas Marriott

Unlocking the Synergy Between Reptile and Fish Keeping with StrangeLife Labs

Animal-Related Careers you Haven't Thought of!

Eating ANTS to Survive!

Why don’t Pet Stores sell “Toys” for Reptiles? with Exotic Enrichment Check out episode #193 of the Animals at Home Podcast for an awesome conversation with Dylan LeVan of Exotic Enrichment

Do Tarantulas Deserve More? Heat Lamps, Lighting, Misting with Marshall Arachnids

Are you a fan of reptile morphs?

Is the typical keeper capable of caring for a monitor lizard? Makes you check out episode number 160 of the Animals at Home podcast with my guest Paul Burrows @pauls_monitors. The episode is a complete beginner's guide to monitor lizard keeping!

Do we need big box pet stores? Hear the full story on episode 185 with my guest Paul Barclay of @customreptilehabitats

The secret to creating natural and functional reptile habitats with @copperhead_customs_ find the full episode on my YouTube channel or on any podcasting app! Episode number 184

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