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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!

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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 Do Snakes Eat? Feeding Schedule by Species

Posted by Diedra Black on Mar 9th 2017

How Often Do Snakes Eat? Feeding Schedule by Species

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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Reptile UV Light Requirements: Which Species Need What

Posted by Diedra Black on Dec 15th 2016

Reptile UV Light Requirements: Which Species Need What

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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Bearded Dragon Diet: Safe Veggies, Fruits, and Insects

Posted by Diedra Black on Dec 1st 2016

Bearded Dragon Diet: Safe Veggies, Fruits, and Insects

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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Best Reptile Pets for Kids: Safe, Easy Species

Posted by Diedra Black on Nov 18th 2016

Best Reptile Pets for Kids: Safe, Easy Species

Dogs and cats may be more standard as family pets, but for the family looking for a new friend that is a little more interesting, reptiles can be a terrific option. You just have to know how to pick the right animal for yo … read more >

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How to Set Up a Quarantine Tank

Posted by Diedra Black on Nov 3rd 2016

How to Set Up a Quarantine Tank

Getting your first exotic pet is exciting, and there’s a lot to learn. But what about when you’re ready to expand your collection? You’ve already learned what you need to know with your first herp, right? Nope, sorry. When … read more >

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How to Set Up a Mixed Terrarium Successfully

Posted by Diedra Black on Oct 20th 2016

How to Set Up a Mixed Terrarium Successfully

Last month we talked about why you should NOT set up a mixed terrarium. The truth is it’s not an easy task. You’re going to need a large, specialized aquarium, and you will need to do your research on the species you inclu … read more >

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