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Exploring ethical captive management of reptiles & amphibians through the lens of biological science, conservation, and human nature. The Animals at Home Network is a nature-based podcast network and is currently the home of several podcast programs: The Animals at Home Podcast hosted by Dillon Perron, Animals Everywhere hosted by Bryce Broom, Reptiles & Research Podcast hosted by Liam Sinclair and Ellie Hills, and Project Herpetoculture hosted by Phillip Lietz and Roy Arthur Blodgett. Each show on the network brings all members of the reptile community together to discuss breeding, reptile husbandry, scientific research, wildlife conservation, and more!

Animals at Home Network Dillon Perron, et al.

    • Science
    • 4.9 • 135 Ratings

Exploring ethical captive management of reptiles & amphibians through the lens of biological science, conservation, and human nature. The Animals at Home Network is a nature-based podcast network and is currently the home of several podcast programs: The Animals at Home Podcast hosted by Dillon Perron, Animals Everywhere hosted by Bryce Broom, Reptiles & Research Podcast hosted by Liam Sinclair and Ellie Hills, and Project Herpetoculture hosted by Phillip Lietz and Roy Arthur Blodgett. Each show on the network brings all members of the reptile community together to discuss breeding, reptile husbandry, scientific research, wildlife conservation, and more!

    AAH Unlocking the Secrets of the World's Most Popular Pet Snake | Liam Sinclair

    AAH Unlocking the Secrets of the World's Most Popular Pet Snake | Liam Sinclair

    In this episode, Liam Sinclair of Reptiles & Research breaks down the Ball Python Deep Dive, which is a massive project he and his partner Ellie Hills have recently taken on. This project is a community-wide collaboration that is seeking to answer fundamental questions about ball pythons. How do they behave in the wild? How do they behave in captivity? What does the current scientific literature say about the species? Liam talks us through the entire project from start to finish. If you are interested in being a part of history, then this episode is a must-watch!
    SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/162-bp-deep-dive/ 
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    • 1 hr 13 min
    R&R Breeding Savannah Monitors & Studying Them in the Wild | Linnea Vargen Saphia

    R&R Breeding Savannah Monitors & Studying Them in the Wild | Linnea Vargen Saphia

    In this episode we are joined by Linnea Vargen Saphia. A varanid keeper out of Sweden with a special focus on savannah monitors or bosc monitors. Linnea talks about her experience getting into monitor lizards and the journey to going to Ghana to study savannah monitors in the wild, and how she uses this knowledge to breed savannah monitors time and time again!
    SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/17-linnea-vargen-saphia/
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    • 2 hr 20 min
    PH Humility, Field Herping, & The Cosmic Octopus w/ Rob Stone

    PH Humility, Field Herping, & The Cosmic Octopus w/ Rob Stone

    In this episode, Roy and Phil have a discussion with Rob Stone! Rob is one who needs little introduction, and has been instrumental in the establishment of several species of Old World ratsnakes in US herpetoculture (among other ongoing achievements). This discussion is all about the nuance inherent in herpetoculture and field herping, and the value of approaching these disciplines with an open mind. Have a listen! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors!
    SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/42-rob-stone/
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    • 2 hr 25 min
    AAH Is "Natural" Keeping Even Possible? | Rebecca Bentley

    AAH Is "Natural" Keeping Even Possible? | Rebecca Bentley

    Rebecca Bentley is an ichthyologist (Fish Biologist), Fish and reptile keeper and PhD student. Her studies focus on the evolution of Loricariidae (plecos) in the United Kingdom, UK. Rebecca runs the YouTube Channel “Freshwater Ichthyology” which promotes ethical, progressive and scientific advances in Freshwater Fishkeeping. In this episode, we discuss how the aquarium hobby is often sugarcoated as a good example for captive animal care when that isn’t always the, we cover the trap of thinking that just because something is an “ecosystem” or “bio-active” that it is positive or natural and we also cover the morphology of catfish as well as their natural diets.








    SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/161-rebecca-bentley/ 
     
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    https://www.youtube.com/@FreshwaterIchthyology/ https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_frances1997/   Support, Subscribe  & Follow:
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    • 1 hr 24 min
    RR Sticking to Science in a Herpetocultural World of Emotions | Dr. Zac Loughman

    RR Sticking to Science in a Herpetocultural World of Emotions | Dr. Zac Loughman

    Dr. Zac Loughman joins us to talk about herpetoculture and how to navigate the swirling vortex of conflicting information, tribalism and dogma by utilising a scientific approach to herpetoculture. With a special interest in snakes.








    Show Notes: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/16-dr-zac-loughman/
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    • 2 hr 17 min
    PH Ethnocynology and Interspecies Interactions w/ David Ian Howe

    PH Ethnocynology and Interspecies Interactions w/ David Ian Howe

    In this episode, Roy and Phil have a discussion with David Ian Howe! David is an archaeologist, artist, comedian, content creator, and educator who is particularly passionate about ethnocynology – the study of the relationship between humans and dogs. We discuss everything from the process of the domestication of dogs, to the value of interspecies interactions, to some of David’s influences as a creator and educator (shout out Steve Irwin, Dave Chappelle, etc.). This episode is a bit of a deviation from our usual herp-focused content, but remains relevant to our typical subject matter and admittedly has plenty of herp discussion as well. Have a listen! And please like, subscribe, and share this episode, if you feel so inclined. To offer direct support to the show, please consider subscribing to our Patreon (https://patreon.com/projectherpetoculture) and have a look at our generous sponsors!








    SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/41-david-ian-howe/
      LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Follow David on Instagram: @ethnocynology Check out David’s website: https://www.davidianhowe.com Subscribe to David’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidIanHowe Merch:
    https://www.projectherp.com/shop Our Sponsors:
    CHECK OUT Custom Reptile Habitats CLICK HERE Cold Blooded Caffeine (apply the code ‘projectherp’ for 10% off): https://coldbloodedcaffeine.com/?ref=PH Tortoise Supply: https://www.tortoisesupply.com Reptile Rocks: https://www.superuro.com Redline Shipping: https://www.redlineshipping.com Support, Subscribe  & Follow:
    Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/projectherpetoculture Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@projectherpetoculture4860 Follow P : H on Instagram: @projectherpetoculture Follow Phil on Instagram: @aridsonly Follow Roy on Instagram: @wellspringherp 

    • 2 hr 1 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
135 Ratings

135 Ratings

themonitorman ,

March 24,2023

You’re on point! Once the animal is taken from the wild it’s no longer that same animal. The behavior and instincts change. For example. Usually when you take a wild species of animal and handle them consistently they eventually see you as a non-threat and tolerate you. If you take the same species and let’s say if you could find that exact same animal later on it would behave the exact same way it did the first time it came in contact with you. Trying to escape or defend itself! Or what have you. You guys are awesome so glad I found this pod! What you speak is what I think!! Keep it up!

keatonlearning ,

A must listen for reptile lovers!

Animals at home is a must listen for reptile and specialty pet owners! Dillon, the podcast’s host, offers consistent, very well researched, and thought provoking episodes on the state of reptile keeping and where it’s going. The show gets industry leaders and top hobbyists/scientists as guests to discuss their expertise and opinions on various animal related topics. If you’re interested in herpetology, hearing from breeding experts, and how you can improve your reptile care then check out the podcast!

boa imperater ,

Great podcast, just a bit heavy though.

First off, this is a great pod, and I listen often. Great knowledgeable people who care about the subjects every time. It is a little depressing lately though, so maybe try to fit in a few optimistic episodes between the dark “state of the hobby” episodes? Every episode here deserves to be listened to, and I’m not saying that it should stop, but the joy of herpetoculture isn’t quite coming across. I’m one person, take my opinion or don’t. Keep up the amazing work you do - share the important topics; just try to keep sight of what got you into this amazing hobby.

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