Beste Exotic Pets podcaster (2024)

1
A Baby Bird Needs Only One Friend: You! 21:14

7d ago21:14

21:14

#288: Sandi Pipock has been the manager of Walton's Pet Shop in the Florida Keys for 30 years and talks about the value of education and customer service at a small privately owned store.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
“What the Chicken Knows” 18:39

21d ago18:39

18:39

#294: Sy Montgomery talks about her flock of “ladies” in her book “What the Chicken Knows: a New Appreciation of the World’s Most Familiar Bird” and all the ways that chickens are delightful, intelligent, long-lasting pets (with the added bonus of eggs!)Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Cold Weather Warning! 17:38

1M ago17:38

17:38

#293: Dr. Doug explains how birds in an outdoor aviary can handle the cold but wind and getting wet feathers are a danger more than the temperature. Ferrets love the snow! Snakes and fish have antifreeze proteins in their blood so the cold doesn't affect them.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
From ‘Gator Wrestler to Gator Rescuer 26:52

2M ago26:52

26:52

#287: Social media star Chris Gillette really did put himself through school wrestling alligators — and now is their rescuer at Bellowing Acres Alligator Sanctuary in Florida, where he has saved many “nuisance” alligators (caused by what he calls “nuisance people”!) along with a vast array of other animals needing sanctuary.…

1
Follow the Great Hawk Migration 20:12

2M ago20:12

20:12

#291: Mark Hedden — self-described bird geek in the Florida Keys — describes the yearly migration of raptors that has “hawk counters” at the 200 hawk counting sites around the U.S. (follow the hawks at HMANA.org)Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Did Your Snake have a “Virgin Birth”? 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

#286: Warren Booth — snake reproduction geneticist and professor at Virginia Tech — discusses discoveries about some snakes' ability to reproduce without a member of the opposite sex [parthenogenesis]. However, this phenomenon might be misleading because some snakes, like rattlers, can store sperm for up to six years.…

1
Is Your Venomous Snake Legal? 19:29

3M ago19:29

19:29

#285: Dr. Doug Mader explains that many snakes sold in pet stores have a venomous bite without people knowing it — from garter snakes to hognose snakes — which you should research before buying. The legalities differ by state, but obtaining a legal license to have a venomous snake has requirements nobody could realistically fulfill. Find out the am…

1
Betta Fish — The Meanest Fish on the Block 13:48

3M ago13:48

13:48

#284: Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice gives context to why betta fish attack others in her book “Your Pets’ Secret Lives: the Truth Behind Your Pets’ Wildest Behaviors,” explaining that humans breeding for ever more exotic colors in Betta fish have made them increasingly aggressive.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
The Purple Claw and Other Charming Hermit Crabs 17:18

3M ago17:18

17:18

#283: Dr. Doug convinces Tracie that hermit crabs make delightful pets — as those who belong to online hermit crab clubs can attest — some of which can grow as big as a grapefruit and live 25 years! He explains how they need ever-larger shells as they grow, adapting to discarded shells in the wild, as well as human detritus that can meet their hous…

1
Goldfish Can Be Taught to Drive a Car 12:32

4M ago12:32

12:32

#282: Eleanor Spicer Rice, author of “Your Pets’ Secret Lives: the Truth Behind Your Pets’ Wildest Behaviors,” discusses how truly intelligent goldfish are, with good memories — recognizing you and music they have heard — and have even been taught to drive a little goldfish car by Israeli scientists exploring their capabilities.…

1
Canaries Learn Their Songs as Baby Birds 13:01

4M ago13:01

13:01

#281: Eleanor Spicer Rice, author of “Your Pets’ Secret Lives: the Truth Behind Your Pets’ Wildest Behaviors,” talks about how lovely little yellow canaries were once used to detect deadly gasses in mines (“the canary in the coal mine”) but actually have a natural “invisible force field” that protects them when others in their flock become ill.…

1
Guppies and Their "Power of the Evil Eye" 13:50

4M ago13:50

13:50

#280: Eleanor Spicer Rice — author of “Your Pets’ Secret Lives: the Truth Behind Your Pets’ Wildest Behaviors” — talks about guppies being the most popular pet fish which are easy prey in the wild for all the other fish, since the only defense a guppy has is the ability to turn their eyes jet black to lure a predator directly to them, then dart out…

1
Finches Are Darling Birds — Why have Just One? 14:31

4M ago14:31

14:31

#279: Dr. Doug’s grandmother had an aviary with nearly 100 birds in it — you don't have to rival that, but have at least two of these sweet little birdies with their elaborate coloring, easy management and generous lifespans of five to 10 years.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Frizzies or Hairless? So Many Mice to Love! 16:39

5M ago16:39

16:39

#278: Dr. Doug talks about the virtues of sweet, affectionate, low-maintenance “house mice” as wonderful “starter pets” for a small child. And they come in so many varieties now (he calls the hairless mouse “creepily adorable.”)Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Reptiles Can’t Feel the Burn 19:06

5M ago19:06

19:06

#277: Dr. Doug cautions that faulty hot rocks, human heat pads and heat lamps used improperly can give 3rd degree burns to a reptile who cannot feel the damage.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
33% of Pet Birds Test Positive for Borna Virus 19:36

5M ago19:36

19:36

#276: Dr. Jennifer Graham (board certified in Avian and Exotic Companion Animals) talks about this potentially deadly virus that is often in a breeder’s whole flock. Birds can be shedding borna virus without clinical signs — it’s not easily transmitted to other birds yet still contagious. The disease is costly to treat and sadly, once your bird has…

1
“People Food” Can Harm Exotics 19:55

5M ago19:55

19:55

#275: Your ferret wants candy? Don’t do it! Even fruit is merely sugar plus water — give it sparingly to any exotic. Your bird loves cheese? Just say no! Chicken eggs for parrots — no! Too much protein for a bird is unnatural and can damage their heart, kidneys and liver so avian experts all agree to feed a balanced pelleted diet from a quality com…

1
Check Your Bird’s Poop! 17:38

6M ago17:38

17:38

#273: Avian expert Dr. Jennifer Graham tells you all the ways that your bird’s droppings are a treasure trove of information.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Zoonosis — What Diseases Can Your Exotic Give You? 24:02

6M ago24:02

24:02

#273: Dr. Doug wants people to know about — but not be frightened by — the many illnesses exotic animals can transmit to people, especially those who are immunocompromised, elderly or young children whose immune systems are “not yet confident.”Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Are Neurodiverse People Drawn to Exotic Pets? 24:48

6M ago24:48

24:48

#272: Tracie raises this question with the namesake of Jungle Bob’s Reptile World on Long Island, who goes into schools to put reptiles in a positive light and teach about what he calls “the Unloved, Unusual and Unknown” pets, to which many children are drawn.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Small Pet Birds Have Long Lives 21:05

6M ago21:05

21:05

#271: Dr. Micah points out that parakeets — also known as budgies — and cockatiels can live 8-10 years. It’s a responsibility and commitment. They need 65-75 degrees and 50% humidity. Nutrition matters, with Zupreem & Harrison food being the best.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Iguanas Have a Dark Side 19:07

7M ago19:07

19:07

#270: Dr. Doug says people buy a five INCH pet that becomes a five FOOT creature requiring 80% humidity and 80 degrees. In adolescence, when “in rut,” they can viciously attack their owners.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Anorexia in Exotics: What to do When They Won't Eat 17:01

7M ago17:01

17:01

#269: Dr. Kohles says that a decrease in appetite in a small mammal can be a big deal. They are a prey animal and keep problems to themselves for survival. Ask everyone in the household to pay attention to changes in appetite and behavior.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
The Whole Truth About Bearded Dragons 28:14

7M ago28:14

28:14

#268: Dr. Stacey Wilkinson teaches us that we don’t know as much as we think we do about Beardies, America’s most popular exotic pet!Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Eh, What's Up Doc? Your Bunny Needs More Than a Carrot! 33:58

7M ago33:58

33:58

#267: Dr. Karen Rosenthal describes the proper feeding of a bunny, which means getting the right hay from Oxbow Health and good quality pellets from Zupreem, to supply the fiber and grit necessary in a rabbit’s diet.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Don’t Let Your Small Fur Baby Get Chubby 17:02

7M ago17:02

17:02

#266: Dr. Micah Kohles suggests establishing a target weight for your small mammal, then getting a baby scale (even at a yard sale or on Craigslist) so you can tell if they are underweight or overweight.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Meet the Master Crocodilian 29:05

8M ago29:05

29:05

#265: Savannah is the resident Crocodilian at Gatorland in Orlando, with fascinating tales about crocs, especially the “albino” baby.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
What Pet Has 8 Eyes & Hairy Legs? 17:19

8M ago17:19

17:19

#264: A tarantula! Dr. Doug Mader talks about the fascination of having 8 legs and 8 eyes peering out at you from behind the terrarium glass. These spiders can live 20-25 years!Av Tracie Hotchner

1
On the Road Again — Travel with Little Mammals 15:44

8M ago15:44

15:44

#263: Dr. Micah talks about practicing beforehand if you're planning on a trip with your exotic, especially get them used to the carrier by putting familiar objects in it. [Don’t use a soft-sided carrier because they will chew right through it!]Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Geckos Will Steal Your Heart 19:46

8M ago19:46

19:46

#262: Dr. Doug Mader extols the virtues of geckos as perfect first reptiles because they can be as cute in real life as the Geico gecko on TV, with expressive faces (with eyelids) and charming personalities. Plus they can live 10 to 20 years!Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Bunny Bonding Tips & Tricks 16:31

9M ago16:31

16:31

#261: Dr. Micah Kohles talks about how to add a 2nd bunny to your home. Slowly! Go to a shelter for a “bunny speed dating event” but still expect to spend months introducing them slowly. Once they are ready for a face-to-face introduction, the bathtub works great as a neutral territory [and it’s too slippery to get good traction to beat up the othe…

1
Meet Dayyan the YouTube Reptiliatus Star! 25:29

9M ago25:29

25:29

#260: Starting with a love for dinosaurs as a child, Dayyan evolved into one of the most watched entertaining educators about “herp culture,” explaining fascinating phenomena like “obligate egg eater frogs!”Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Gastrointestinal Stasis: What Every Bunny Owner Should Know 19:00

9M ago19:00

19:00

#259: Dr. Micah Kohles talks about the importance of "keeping things moving along in your bunny’s G.I. tract" by feeding a variety of fibers, like different hay and grasses and dark leafy greens to avoid shutting down the G.I. tract and causing a serious problem.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Decisions, Decisions. How to Choose a Snake? 33:33

9M ago33:33

33:33

#258: Dr. Karen talks about how to choose a pet snake. Corn, King, Milk, and Ball Pythons are all docile snakes costing from $50 to $200. Dr. Karen recommends going to a “reptile expo” to learn about good breeders, veterinary needs, and to join a reptile enthusiast club to learn from those who are passionate.…

1
Small Pets in the Classroom 32:30

10M ago32:30

32:30

#256: Annie Petersen speaks about her fascination and love for guinea pigs and how she founded the Association for Human-Animal Bond Studies particularly to promote small animals in classrooms (and in homes like her own!)Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Exotics Need Vaccinations, Too! 20:08

10M ago20:08

20:08

#255: Dr. Doug Mader talks about the value of vaccinations for exotic pets, urging people not to be afraid of vaccines, especially rabies which all mammals can get. Ferrets can also get canine distemper which can be deadly — but it is essential that it be the killed vaccine for them, never the live distemper vaccine.…

1
The Turtle Passionate Couple Behind Garden State Tortoise 29:23

10M ago29:23

29:23

#257: Chris Leone of Garden State Tortoise on the South Shore of New Jersey, tells how he and his wife Casey bonded over a shared love of turtles and now create social media content every day to educate and delight over 2 millions followers, while raising and selling tortoises to pre-approved homes.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Ferrets are Like Kittens That Never Grow Up 33:54

10M ago33:54

33:54

#254: Dr. Karen Rosenthal gives an overview of Ferrets as pets — the highly friendly, social, playful little pets who remain kittenish and will give you years of loving companionship. They use a litter box immediately: just put a litter box in a corner (their preferred location to relieve themselves) and cover the bottom with Dr. Elsey’s Touch of t…

1
Did Tracie's Childhood Rabbit Need Orthodontics? 19:59

10M ago19:59

19:59

#253: Dr. Doug Mader explains how important dental care is for all rabbits and what happens when it is neglected. He answers Tracie's question about whether her childhood veterinarian really did suggest braces for one of her rabbits with buck teeth.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Dr. Doug Talks Turtles (and Tortoises) 20:19

11M ago20:19

20:19

#252: Doug talks turtles — and the differences between turtles, tortoises and terrapins. Doug and Tracie reminisce about the “penny turtles” [red eared sliders] they had as kids, and how far we have come with environments designed by ZooMed instead of the little green plastic dishes with a plastic palm tree.…

1
Don't Monkey Around with Monkeys 22:16

11M ago22:16

22:16

#251: Dr. Doug rarely says "don't" about exotic pet ownership if you're ready to provide the right environment. But in the case of monkeys, he explains all the reasons why it is impossible to create what a monkey needs at home. He makes clear it is simply wrong on so many levels to have a pet monkey. DON'T DO IT!…

1
Should People Have Birds as Pets At All? 33:19

11M ago33:19

33:19

#250: Leading avian and exotic pet veterinarian Dr Laurie Hess raises the ethical question of whether people should have birds as pets at all. Are you giving them a good life? Taking your bird in the shower with you? Playing TV and music he likes? Providing social interaction, UV light, something safe and satisfying to chew on all the time? And can…

1
Ralphie, The Guinea Pig Therapy Pet 42:21

11M ago42:21

42:21

#249: Nikki talks about her rare therapy pet Ralphie, an Abyssinian guinea pig with a natural Mohawk “hairdo”, who regularly does therapy visits at an adult forensic psychiatric facility, where he has a positive effect on the population he is working with.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
What Kind of Lizard Person are You? 34:47

12M ago34:47

34:47

#248: Dr. Karen Rosenthal discusses the ever-popular Australian Bearded Dragon, which stay small, have a pleasing personality (you need to interact with them!), they “color morph” and can be very beautiful, they don't need to climb and are generally easy to keep. Dr. Karen points out that Nile Monitor lizards are very aggressive, the Savannah Monit…

1
Ball Pythons — America's Favorite Snake 18:38

12M ago18:38

18:38

#247: Dr. Doug Mader explains that Ball Pythons are such easy pets, especially as a first snake. For one thing, if they get scared they don't get aggressive — they roll up into a ball and tuck their head into the middle ("with the bitey parts out of the way," as Dr Doug puts it.)Av Tracie Hotchner

1
How Sick is Your Bird? The Smaller the bird, the Quicker She'll Get Sick 19:42

12M ago19:42

19:42

#246: Avian specialist Dr. Jennifer Graham discusses how birds are prone to respiratory disease and are very sensitive to pollutants in the air — which is why they used to keep canaries in coal mines as a bellwether of air quality. If your bird seems "off," she says, Do not wait before going to the veterinarian if your bird shows signs of illness! …

1
Ferrets — the Obligate Hyper-Carnivore 16:08

1y ago16:08

16:08

#245: Dr Micah Kohles, the Chief Veterinary Officer for Compana Pet Brands, talks about the specific nutritional needs of rats and ferrets, which are considered "obligate hyper carnivores." They need meat — and lots of it!Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Annual Exams for Exotics Are "An Ounce of Prevention" 20:20

1y ago20:20

20:20

#244: Dr. Doug Mader, the author of "The Vet at Noah's Ark," explain why an annual exam for exotic pets is so important to catch medical problems early, before they become too costly or life-threatening.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Protect Against RDHV — The Rabbit "Ebola Virus” 21:09

1y ago21:09

21:09

#243: Dr. Micah Kohles from Oxbow Animal health discusses how the deadly RDHV virus can have up to a 90% mortality rate in bunnies — therefore the truly life-saving importance of getting the RDHV vaccine for all pet rabbits.Av Tracie Hotchner

1
Birds Are Perch Potatoes 21:03

1y ago21:03

21:03

#242: Avian veterinarian Dr Jennifer Graham discusses the stewardship of a pet bird and how the inherent problem is that they cannot do their normal behavior, which is to fly! Being sedentary can lead to a host of physical and emotional problems, which as their guardian you need to be aware of and try to mitigate.…

Podcaster verdt å lytte til

Exotic Pets Podcaster

Podcaster verdt å lytte til

Hurtigreferanseguide