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We publish a blog post every week on Thursday. We cover a range of topics related to reptiles, fish, bio-active setups, and plants. Below you will find a wealth of information for your reading pleasure. Enjoy!

Can My Reptile Give Me a Disease?

Posted by Diedra Black on Jul 13th 2017

Can My Reptile Give Me a Disease?

We’ve already talked about how reptile and amphibian pets can pass salmonella to their handlers, yet this disease can be avoided with proper hygiene. But what about other diseases? Is it possible for you and your exotic pet t … read more >

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What to Do When Your Pet Snake Bites You

Posted by Diedra Black on Jun 15th 2017

What to Do When Your Pet Snake Bites You

Snakes are not domesticated. Just because an animal is kept as a pet does not mean it is accustomed to humans. They do not feel loyal to you the way a dog might; it’s simply not in their DNA. And that means that occasional … read more >

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6 Things to Know About the Waxy Monkey Tree Frog

Posted by Diedra Black on May 4th 2017

6 Things to Know About the Waxy Monkey Tree Frog

Can’t decide between a monkey and a frog for a pet? A waxy monkey tree frog may be the best of both worlds. Okay, so they don’t look much like a monkey. But with their long fingers, they can adeptly climb branches in their en … read more >

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Keeping Rodents for Your Snakes

Posted by Diedra Black on Mar 23rd 2017

Keeping Rodents for Your Snakes

A couple of weeks ago, we talked about how often you should feed your snake. But we didn’t cover much about what your snake is eating. You probably know that snakes are carnivores and require live or frozen prey. And fo … read more >

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How Often Should My Snake Eat?

Posted by Diedra Black on Mar 9th 2017

How Often Should My Snake Eat?

If you're wondering how often you need to feed a pet snake, then hopefully you are taking the time to research and understand the facts about exotic pet ownership. We can get you started with our Top 5 Mistakes People Make Wh … read more >

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Cleaning Your Reptile's Cage

Posted by Diedra Black on Feb 24th 2017

Cleaning Your Reptile's Cage

The horror! It’s that time again—time to clean your reptile’s cage. It’s funky. It’s full of habitat décor, and your exotic pet is not too happy about being temporarily removed from its home. But despite all those obstacles, … read more >

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Selecting the Right Reptile Habitat Décor

Posted by Diedra Black on Feb 9th 2017

Selecting the Right Reptile Habitat Décor

At first glance this may sound like some kind of exotic pet interior design piece. But that’s not what it’s about. We’re not going to tell you what would look best in creating a reptile habitat for display because that is … read more >

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Tips for Breeding Your Own Feeder Insects

Posted by Diedra Black on Jan 26th 2017

Tips for Breeding Your Own Feeder Insects

Many pet reptiles eat a diet that includes insects. Among the common exotic pets that enjoy an insect diet are bearded dragons, geckos, and chameleons. Most of these pets require the majority of their food to be live, not … read more >

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Why Your Reptile Needs Extra Calcium

Posted by Diedra Black on Jan 13th 2017

Why Your Reptile Needs Extra Calcium

If you’re already a herp owner, you probably find yourself sprinkling calcium powder on crickets, cockroaches, or veggies every so often. Do you ever occasionally wonder if it’s really necessary? Well, it is. And this arti … read more >

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Top 5 Misconceptions About Keeping a Tortoise

Posted by Diedra Black on Dec 29th 2016

Top 5 Misconceptions About Keeping a Tortoise

What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? All tortoises are turtles, but not all turtles are tortoises. The term “tortoise” refers to the land dwelling, non-aquatic turtles. Here’s what you need to know about … read more >

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How Much UV Light Does Your Reptile Really Need?

Posted by Diedra Black on Dec 15th 2016

How Much UV Light Does Your Reptile Really Need?

One of the essentials to taking care of a reptile pet is making sure it gets adequate lighting. In nature, reptiles follow sleep-wake cycles that give them exactly what they need from the sun. However, when they live in ca … read more >

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What to Feed Your Bearded Dragon

Posted by Diedra Black on Dec 1st 2016

What to Feed Your Bearded Dragon

Bearded dragons, also affectionately called beardies, are extremely popular family pets. And part of the appeal is meal time for your exotic pet. Kids (and adults) love to watch the bearded dragon snap up its food with its … read more >

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