Other Animals

When KaTarra Taylor adopted Bentley, he’d already lived in four other homes. His anxiety and medical issues were too much for most people to handle, but Taylor knew he deserved a chance at a happy forever home, and refused to give up on him.  Together, Taylor and Bentley were able to work through a lot

Let’s start off by calling dog hiccups exactly what they are: absolutely adorable. And puppy hiccups? That’s an entirely different level of magic-on-earth that can cure any bad mood. But as a responsible dog parent, of course you want to know if those cute little sounds could ever be a real problem. What causes dog

If you keep reptiles or amphibians as pets, odds are that you need a lot of insect feeders. But, which are the best ones? Clint looks at five of the best insect feeders to help you get a grip on what your options are, and which ones you need to buy and which ones you

Whenever it’s nice outside, John and Alex Sanders love leaving their door open so they can enjoy the weather. One day about six months ago, they were relaxing inside with the door wide open when out of nowhere, a cat walked in, said hello to them and made himself right at home.  “He just walked

You know that you want a noodle with a head, but you don’t know which one is right for you. Well, you’re in the right place! Clint gives the pros and cons of five of the best, commonly available, pet snakes. The contestants include: – Western Hognose – Kingsnake and Milk Snake – Garter Snake

Grey Parrot Visual Working Memory Manipulation In a previous blog, I discussed my parrots’ long-term memory. Could they, for example, remember a student who had been gone for several years? However, another type of memory — what scientists call “visual working memory,” or VWM, is also of interest. It is a very important ability that

Clint tries something new by filming a non-stop video of him interacting with a European legless lizard (Ophisaurus apodus).

Tank is only 3 months old and just recently joined his family, and is still learning about the world around him. Watching him explore and experience things for the first time has been so fun, and his mom loves watching him learn and grow more each day.  “He’s very cheeky and loves to play, but

Damage from a roaming parrot can be quite extensive.Photo courtesy of Kim Hannah We have heard it said many times, “behavior has a reason.” This is the case for every species that breaths. Some behaviors are innate, meaning they are performed for survival and do not need to be taught. It is a behavior that

Crested geckos (Correlophus ciliatus) are awesome! This is a fact. But there is so much more to know about these amazing lizards. How many of these stinkin’ rad facts do you know? ==== Repashy Crested Gecko Diet: http://amzn.to/2gWSbgS Pangea Fruit Mix For Crested Geckos: http://amzn.to/2wVWcYv Clarks Gecko Diet (Repashy and Pangea as well): http://bertopiageckos.com/clarks/ ====

What started as a normal walk for two dogs became a surprise family reunion when long-lost siblings ran into each other on the street. The two cockapoos recognized each other immediately. Even though they hadn’t seen each other since they were puppies — they went in for a nuzzle and a big hug as soon

We live in a world that rapidly evolves in every direction imaginable. As humans grow in population, the need for various and accessible goods increase. Often, that translates into disruptions within our sphere of natural resources. When needs require incredible amounts of lumber and land, it’s the animals who live within those dependable habitats found

Sadie was rescued from a local shelter when she was around a year old, and when she joined her family, she was quick to let them know that she was always down to have fun.  “Her personality is SO sassy and playful,” Kaeley Simek, Sadie’s mom, told The Dodo. “Ever since we gave her her

Lucas The Spider is super popular. Why? Mostly because he is a jumping spider (family Salticidae), and they are adorable and wonderful little arachnids. Definitely some of the neatest invertebrates on the planet. But, would Lucas make a good pet? Is a jumping spider the best pet arachnid for you? Let’s find out. ==== Clint

So you want a reptile, but not everyone in your household agrees. What should you do? Clint gives his two cents.

Steven Thibeault runs an apartment complex in Nahant, Massachusetts, and one morning he suddenly noticed a tiny duckling alone and struggling to survive in the complex’s pool. He quickly rescued the little guy, but unfortunately was unable to reunite him with his mom. He knew the duckling wouldn’t be able to survive on his own,

The White’s tree frog, Australian green tree frog, or dumpy frog (Litoria caerulea) is one of the best pet amphibians that you can get. Clint helps you answer the question, is it the right pet amphibian for you? ==== Enclosure: https://amzn.to/2HeBQPk Worms: https://amzn.to/2E2bwpD Crickets: https://amzn.to/2XwcFwR Mealworms: https://amzn.to/2t5SyZ0 Superworms: http://amzn.to/2flvSRt Dubia Roaches: https://amzn.to/2Ir30jZ Substrate: https://amzn.to/2TEPr6n Moss:

Meet Sonic — a sweet little pug whose family simply adores having him around. But Sonic found a way to test their love, just to be sure: By making himself disappear. Junior Alvarado For years, Sonic has had a funny habit of going into hiding when he feels not enough attention is being paid to

Clint talks specifically the Kenyan sand boa (Gongylophis colubrinus) weighing the merits of these incredible snakes so you can decide if they are the right pet for you. ==== Water bowl – http://amzn.to/2ytIY7h Thermostat – http://amzn.to/2jiLLJr Heat Pads – http://amzn.to/2gXqog6 Heat Tape – http://www.bigappleherp.com/Flex-Watt-Heat-Tape Substrate – http://amzn.to/2HhRjLx Enclosure – http://amzn.to/2Fw1c8n – http://www.reptilebasics.com/reptile-rack-systems PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/clintsreptiles ====

Kovu has been with his family since he was just a puppy, and he’s never been afraid to speak his mind and share his opinions.  “Kovu certainly has a personality — he is sassy, loving, caring and definitely vocal,” Tate Hegstrom, Kovu’s dad, told The Dodo. “His voice allows him to show so many different

Ball pythons (Python regius) and common boas (Boa constrictor imperator) are fantastic pet snakes. But which of the two is the best pet snake? To figure that out, we will have to put them head to head! ==== COMMON BOA / BCI LINKS Snake Rack: http://www.reptilebasics.com/reptile-rack-systems Boaphiles: http://www.boaphileplastics.com/cages.html Rodents: https://rodentpro.com/ Hide: https://amzn.to/2t9GSo0 Water Bowl: https://amzn.to/2JyrdJC

When Kendal Benken saw a post online about three kittens who needed round-the-clock bottle feeding, she offered to help right away. “The COVID-19 outbreak hit, and I was sheltering at home,” Benken told The Dodo. “I was looking for something to do. Who doesn’t enjoy cute little kittens? I saw it as a great opportunity.”

Gidgee skinks (Egernia spp.) might just be the coolest, most unusual pet lizards on planet earth. Clint looks at the these incredible lizards to help you determine if the gidgee skink is the right pet lizard for you. ==== Insects: Dubia Roaches = http://amzn.to/2yhLhpK Crickets = http://amzn.to/2xVFKt1 Superworms = http://amzn.to/2flvSRt Lamp Fixture: http://amzn.to/2xkB13Z Lamp UVB

Grooming a wiggly puppy can be a challenge, even with Britt Johnson’s 11 years of experience. But she’s discovered a way to make the process a breeze — thanks to a little homemade hammock. “I found a template on Pinterest and hand-made this one,” Johnson told The Dodo. “I used ‘non-pill’ fleece fabric that doesn’t

Nuka has always been a gentle dog. Raised in a house full of small animals — some with fur, others with feathers or scales — the black German shepherd has always loved other animals, big and small.  “Our vet said, when he was younger, that he was wise beyond his years … because he’s generally

If you like incredible reptiles, then you’re going to want to watch this. This might just be the best video we have ever made. I have not seen so many incredible lizards, snakes, turtles, and crocodilians in one place in my entire life. Gear up, I’m pretty excited to share all of this with you.

Image by Thomas B. from Pixabay Hormonal behavior in companion birds can be perplexing and sometimes even downright challenging. If you missed our May 8 Webinar: “Spring Is in the Air: How to Deal With Your Pet Bird’s Hormonal Behavior!” or have a question about your bird’s hormonal behavior,  we are hosting a live follow-up

This is not just about the fact that male makers produce more male bananas and female makers produce more female bananas. We all knew that. But it makes no sense in a ZW system. Clint explains why we get male and female makers. This was the only thing in ball python genetics that didn’t make

So, you’re saying it’s time to leave the park and head back home? This dog doesn’t think so. Facebook/Nicola Booth The other day, Nicola Booth was out for a stroll in Queensland, Australia, when she ran across a man standing over a pup lying belly-up on the path. The dog, whose name is apparently Vincent,

The Mexican black kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula nigrita) is one of the most beautiful snakes in the world. It is also a fantastic pet. But is it the right pet snake for you? ==== Enclosures: http://visionproducts.us/vp12wp/?page_id=18 http://amzn.to/2Fw1c8n Water Bowl: http://amzn.to/2ytIY7h Heat Pad: http://amzn.to/2gXqog6 Heat Tape: http://www.bigappleherp.com/Flex-Watt-Heat-Tape Thermostat: http://amzn.to/2jiLLJr Hide: http://amzn.to/2gt8Ubt Aspen Shavings: https://amzn.to/2wf0590 Rodents: http://rodentpro.com/ Great