Reptiles & Amphibians

An Important Part of Turtle Care is Learning to Pet One Properly

Caring for a pet turtle is a very different experience from most other pets. One key difference is that turtles can be very reluctant to bond with a human owner. The key to bonding with a turtle is to be persistent while also being considerate of the turtle's feelings.While petting the turtle ca...


Best Places to Purchase or Adopt

It has been estimated that the earth is inhabited by more than 8,000 reptiles and 6,000 amphibians. Some, such as the dwarf geko, are very small while the saltwater crocodile or Chinese Giant Salamander can grow to a tremendous size. Regardless of size, many of these creatures find themselves in nee...


Popular Species

Adding a new reptile or amphibian is exciting, but may be overwhelming for new pet owners. It is important that families do enough research to ensure they are properly prepared for their new arrival. Listed below are some of the most popular species of pet reptiles and amphibians, as well as importa...


Important Factors to Consider

Though reptiles and amphibians, or herptiles aren’t the most cuddly of pets, their beauty and very alienness makes them fascinating. Here are some things to know about them before taking them on as pets: Don’t Collect Them From Nature - Buy a herptile only from a reputable breeder. A person who t...


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