Animals at Home Network

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! 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 l...

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 unde...

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! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined....

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! Please...

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, hy...

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! Please like, subscribe, and share...

Harvey Tweats and Tom Whitehurst are the founders of Celtic Rewilding (formally known as Celtic Reptile & Amphibian). In this episode, we are joined by Harvey to discuss the prospect of rewilding in the English landscape with a focus on their current project aimed at reintroducing the European Pond Turtle to the wild after being locally extinct over 2000 years ago. Harvey walks us through thou...

In this episode, Phil and Roy have a conversation with Alex Myers of Alex's Agamids! We discuss how he got started in herpetoculture, the value of mentorship, what draws him to agamids specifically, and a whole lot more! Alex is already a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm at a young age, and he's well on his way to contributing a lot to herpetoculture already. Don't miss this episode!...

In this episode, Phil and Roy have a one-on-one conversation to discuss the state of Project : Herpetoculture and what we have planned for the immediate future! 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 g...

Charlotte is an avid reptile keeper from France who focuses on keeping and breeding invert-eating snakes. In the episode, Charlotte walks us through the diverse group of insect-eating snakes she keeps. She shares information on husbandry and breeding, beginner species options, raising appropriate prey items, why insect-eating snakes are better than rodent-eating snakes, and much more! SHOW NOTES:...

Dr. Alec Brown DVM is an exotics vet out of Guelph, Canada who specializes in keeping Oophaga dart frog species. In this episode, Dr. Brown discusses how he successfully keeps and reproduces his frogs, as well as his views on herpetoculture from the perspective of an exotic vet. We chat about why large and long-lived species are problematic, serpentovirus, taking your frogs to the vet, and more. S...

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Andrew and Sarah Gilpin of Living Art Creations to the show! We hear about their shared background in herpetoculture, their passions for photography and field herping, some of the pitfalls and nuances of maintaining a large collection, why they work with New Caledonian geckos, and a whole lot more. Don't miss this episode! And please like, subscribe, and s...

John Courteney-Smith is the Head of Science and Innovation at Arcadia Reptile. In this episode, John discusses the exciting new product line by Arcadia called, LumenIZE. LumenIZE takes reptile lighting to the next level by giving the keeper full control, allowing them to replicate solar activity from dawn to dusk and everything in between including the ability to increase and decrease both visible...

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Frank Colacicco to the show! We hear about his background in herpetoculture and field herping, how he views them as one holistic endeavor, his private collection of herps, his global travel experience, his longing for more broad knowledge in the herpetoculture community, and a whole lot more. Don't miss this episode - Frank has a valuable perspective. on t...

UVB bulbs will be banned? Within a couple of years all UVB bulbs may be banned, leaving us relying on UVB LED's. What is full spectrum and why is it a lie in most cases? What truly makes reptiles see white light? This absolute masterclass from Thomas Griffiths will give you answers. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/28-thomas-griffiths/ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: www.tomaskas.co.uk...

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Steve Sotelo to the show! We hear about his background in herpetoculture, how he began his career with Exo Terra, product design and execution, his private collection of herps and how it has changed over the years, where he feels herpetoculture has room to grow, and a whole lot more. Don't miss this episode - Steve has a ton of insight from a very unique p...

Blaze Fulbrook, is an animal trainer out of Victoria, BC, and runs the company Wild Ways Animal Training and Behavior Consulting. In this episode, we discuss her past experience working at the BCSPCA (British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and the challenges she faced when trying to advocate for reptile welfare. We wrap up this chat with a discussion about Blaze's a...

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Stefan Wennekes to the show! We hear about Stefan's background in herpetoculture, how he started his legendary Youtube channel, his private collection of herps and how it has changed over the years, the ethics of keeping, his goals for the future, and a whole lot more. Don't miss this episode - Stefan is truly one of the best! And please like, subscrib...

Anke Mertens is a snake keeper out of Belgium. In this episode, she walks us through her impressive custom-built 4000-gallon false water cobra enclosure which is complete with a 260-gallon swimming pond. Anke talks about the build process, materials used, how the pond functions and how it's filtered, the plants she used (both land & aquatic), mistakes she made, and tips for successfully ke...

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Josh Marki to the show! We hear about Josh's background in herpetoculture, how it transitioned from a hobby to a business, the ethics of morph breeding, his goals for the future, and a whole lot more. Don't miss this episode! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please conside...

In this episode, Phil and Roy welcome Nathan Carlos Rupley back to the show! We discuss a lot in this one - the ethics of morph breeding, criticism within the broader herpetoculture community, what makes for healthy boundaries and discourse, and a whole lot more. Nathan's a good friend of the show and has a valuable perspective that calls into question many of the base assumptions within mains...

Chris Chaffin of Cooperhead Reptilia joins me on the podcast today to discuss whether or not it is possible to be a good reptile keeper if you aren't able to keep at the highest standard. In other words, is there room for a middle ground between industrial care and high-quality zoo-level enclosures? Or is reptile husbandry a binary equation? SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/177...

In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Jonas Keil! We discuss his background, his interest in reptile nutrition and gut loading, his time studying on Utila Island, his work with Abronia and Sphaerodactlyus, and a whole lot more. Don't miss it! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscrib...

In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Dan Drobates of Amphibicast! We discuss Dan's background, the distinctions between amphibian keeping and reptile keeping, what he's learned from podcasting, and a whole lot more. This is one of our absolute favorite episodes since starting the show and Dan brought so much heart and soul to this conversation. Don't miss it! And please...

In this episode, Phil and Roy have a discussion with Liam Sinclair and Ellie Hills of Reptiles & Research and Hill's Herptiles! We discuss their backgrounds, what they've learned from podcasting, learning how to communicate effectively across social media, the value of enrichment for our reptiles, and a whole lot more. This is a fantastic episode with some absolute gems of insight from...