Podcasts about reptile rescue

Send us a textIn this lively and eye-opening episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Jordan Trowbridge—an avid reptile rescuer and passionate wildlife advocate—to explore the urgent environmental challenges facing Florida. From invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades to the unintended damage caused by domestic cats and manicured lawns, Jordan dives deep into what's hurting Florida's biodiversity—and how everyday people can help.The conversation spans topics like responsible pet ownership, the power of native plants, and why zoos still matter for global conservation awareness. Jordan shares personal stories of rescuing snakes, keeping exotic lizards, and growing up catching frogs and turtles in Florida creeks.He also offers practical advice on vetting reptile care, coexisting safely with alligators, and reducing the impact of chemicals on pollinators. With humor, knowledge, and a clear love for the natural world, Jordan makes a compelling case that the path to a better planet starts with individual action. ✅ Top 3 Highlights:

Can a small zoo in Michigan redefine the zoo experience and make a global impact? In this episode of Total Michigan, host Cliff DuVernois sits down with Jeremiah Tietz, the passionate director of Wilderness Trails Zoo. They delve into the zoo's interactive initiatives, conservation efforts, and Jeremiah's unique journey that led him back to Michigan. Discover how this sanctuary near Frankenmuth is creating immersive experiences for its visitors while contributing to worldwide conservation efforts. - Initiatives to Add More Public Interaction: Jeremiah emphasizes the zoo's focus on creating hands-on, memorable experiences for visitors, including a new rainforest building. - Global Conservation Efforts: Wilderness Trails Zoo engages in global species survival plans and has participated in success stories of reintroducing endangered species into the wild. - Jeremiah's Journey and Vision: From growing up with a passion for wildlife sparked at the Phoenix Zoo to becoming a Michigan-based director, Jeremiah aims to create a family-friendly destination that educates and inspires future generations.Links:Wilderness Trails Zoo Website: https://wildernesstrailszoo.org/Address:11721 Gera Rd, Birch Run, MI 48415Subscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganShow Notes:00:00 Introduction and New Initiatives01:14 Meet Jeremiah Tietz01:57 Wilderness Trail Zoo's Mission03:22 Zoo's Size and Scope03:59 Jeremiah's Background and Passion06:22 Veterinary Medicine and Zoo Career12:26 Conservation Efforts and Global Impact15:02 Challenges and Human Impact16:54 Returning to Wilderness Trail Zoo18:47 Future Plans and New Additions22:03 Reptile Rescue and Community Involvement24:21 Collaborative Efforts and Animal Care26:48 Visitor Experience and Goals28:17 How to Get Involved

Join Peggy Hoyt as she speaks with Bill Stewart, facility director for Badgerland Reptile Rescue. Uncover lesser-known facts about reptile care. Hear Bill's philosophy on the therapeutic potential of reptiles, drawing from his background in child psychology. Support the show

It's the Friday news roundup! The proposed Esplanade development on the North Side has generated a lot of buzz, but what are its odds of actually Ferris wheeling above the Ohio? We've got good news and bad news about a bunch of Pittsburgh animals, and PPG Industries is considering a change. Plus, we have a winner on the PA River of the Year! We always cite our sources: The Allegheny River was declared PA's 2024 River of the Year, which includes a $10,000 prize to its nominating agency, Three Rivers Waterkeeper. The Esplanade development was first proposed for Chateau in 2019, and it resurfaced recently with a few new features.  Lisa Freeman wants to build a local grocery store in Manchester.  PPG Industries announced an internal systemic review to consider whether their architectural coatings division still makes sense for their portfolio. The company has a wide collection of industrial grade products, in addition to their sometimes better known paints. PPG's Tim Knavish told Yahoo! Finance that the homebuying and selling boom was really good for business. If you're curious about his favorite PPG color, check their YouTube. About 70 animals died in a fire at Nate's Reptile Rescue in South Park, but over 100 were saved. KDKA had a really informative report. Per our recent conversation about the Pittsburgh Zoo, an official review found nothing awry. WPXI got an AZA official on the phone this week, and he confirmed we have not reapplied for accreditation yet. The National Aviary in the North Side got a new Andean Condor, a little boy chick named Bud.  Today is National Pig Day. Celebrate tonight with the Pittsburgh Squealers at Voodoo Brewing in New Kensington. Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another captivating episode of Kankakee Podcast! In this edition, we embark on a journey into the fascinating world of Spizzirri Reptile Rescue, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Momence. Join our host, Jake LaMore, as he unravels the tales of passion, dedication, and scaly wonders that define the essence of this extraordinary reptile sanctuary.How It All Began:At the core of Spizzirri Reptile Rescue is the story of Niko and Sharon, two individuals whose love for reptiles evolved into a full-fledged rescue mission. Learn about the origins of this unique haven and the challenges that fueled their unwavering commitment to providing a home for reptiles in need.Meet the Residents:In a delightful twist, Niko and Sharon brought some of their reptile companions into the studio for Jake to meet. From Talon, an impressive bearded dragon, to Chance, a captivating snake, each resident at Spizzirri has a story to tell. Dive into the enchanting world of these scaly friends and discover the unique personalities that make them a cherished part of the Spizzirri family.Scaling Up:With over a hundred reptiles under their care, Niko and Sharon provide insights into the daily routines, joys, and challenges of managing such a diverse array of creatures. Explore the variety of reptiles that call Spizzirri home and gain a deeper understanding of the meticulous care that goes into ensuring their well-being.Misconceptions Unveiled:Delve into the intricate world of reptile care as Niko and Sharon debunk common misconceptions. Gain valuable insights into the nuanced responsibilities involved and understand why reptile care is not as straightforward as it may seem. This segment is a must-listen for both seasoned reptile enthusiasts and those considering bringing a scaly friend into their lives.Location and Contact:Curious about Spizzirri Reptile Rescue and eager to get involved? Discover the exact location and find out how you can connect with Niko and Sharon. Whether you're interested in educational performances, volunteering opportunities, or simply want to support their noble cause, Spizzirri opens its doors to reptile lovers and those seeking to be part of a vibrant community.Conclusion:Join us on this reptilian adventure as we unveil the magic that resides within Spizzirri Reptile Rescue. The scaly wonders of Momence are waiting to be discovered, and this episode promises to be a delightful exploration into a world where passion and care converge in the most enchanting way. Tune in now and be part of the reptile magic!----Support the show

Chris Daly from Reptile Rescue shares advice on how to stay safe this snake season in Tasmania.Mark Edgley from the Great Moscow Circus previews their new extreme show, coming to Hobart in the new year. And, Christmas Correspondent, Karen McMullen, gets Hobart talking about their favourite Christmas desserts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes all it takes is a little knowledge to change fear into fascination. That's why Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary joined us on this episode: to reintroduce to the world of snakes. Katelyn Garcia, the sanctuary's Education & Outreach Director as well as Cale Morris, Venom Manager for the sanctuary, help us understand the importance of these reptiles and might help you regard snakes in a different light. Check out the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary to schedule a tour, learn about their camp, or virtually adopt an animal at PhoenixHerp.com and on social media under @PhoenixHerp. You can also check out the online snake identification resource linked on their website, which Katelyn and Cale mention in this episode, ReptilesOfAZ.org.Bonus! Read more about Clem the alligator relocated from the Grand Canyon to Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary as told by the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument.

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Jason Clark, President of Southeastern Reptile Rescue. They start discussing his interesting transition from being a police officer to running one of the most successful snake companies in existence. Jason has been in many movies including series on Netflix and Animal Planet. They talk about Southern Reptile Rescue and their work in outreach, rescue, aversion training, working on transitioning rattlesnake roundups, and their Youtube channel. Make sure you stick around for his snake story (teaser: Sir Anthony Hopkins is involved!).Connect with Jason at Southeastern Reptile Rescue.Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch. Note: Our apologies for the intermittent interference on Jason's audio - it becomes unfortunately frequent between the 20-minute and 40-minute mark, but is much improved towards the end! 

She turned her dining room into a reptile retreat for rescues.. Bree-Lynn Rossiter joins us to talk about why so many exotic pets are ending up in the Newfoundland outdoors.

Welcome to Episode 3 of Reptile Coffee Club! In this episode, Emma from Emmy's Pets joins me live to discuss how we started Crimson Exotics! Crimson Exotics is the reptile rescue we started as teens in December of 2019. Across the United States, we have four foster homes that have found homes for over 25 animals. We'll share our perspectives on what we learned from starting a reptile rescue, what we wish we would have known, and what you should know! Do you have questions or suggestions? reptilecoffeeclub@hunterhouck.com Crimson Exotics Website - https://bit.ly/crimsonexotics Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crimsonexotics/ Facebook - https://www.fb.me/crimsonreptilerescue/ Emma's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/emmyspets/

The Morning Show with Nikki Medoro welcomes the Director of Sonoma County's Reptile Rescue, Al WOLF, who pulled almost a hundred snakes from under a Santa Rosa area home and has relocated over 17,000 reptiles in his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike O'Loughlin speaks with Sally Wilson, Snake Wrangler for Reptile Rescue Incorporated.

As reptiles grow in popularity as amazing pets for families, there is a growing need to help rescue and rehome animals in need. This episode discusses some of the daily grind of running a rescue and the emotional impact it can have, both positive and negative. Before diving into starting one yourself, listen in and learn what to be ready for!

Lekker lag en saam gesels, die man wat alom bekend is in Limpopo distrik as 'Marius die slange vanger'. Almal in die area ken hom en dis eintlik moeilik om hom te vergeet, met sy indrukwekkende baard en growwe postuur, maar n man met n goeie en sagte hart en wel bekend in sy gemeenskap. Indien reptiele jou nuuskierig maak, luister gerus hier!! Beloof dat jul iets hieruit kan leer.

Martin Agatyn speaks with Ian Norton, Senior Executive Officer of Reptile Rescue Inc. Image: By Ed Dunens - https://www.flickr.com/photos/blachswan/20763039019/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=82975055

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Learn about the the world of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation from veteran rehabbers Brandi and Mario Nickerson, who run the DFW-area nonprofit Nature's Edge Wildlife and Reptile Rescue.

The Point keeps you connected to your community with the WEEKEND WHASSUP! Brought to you by Paradigm Coffee and Music. One of Sheboygan's most popular live music venues. Serving locally sourced food and internationally known music since 2006. Like them on Facebook for upcoming shows. Check out the top 16 things to do around Sheboygan this weekend! The Sheboygan Theater Company Presents Moon Over Buffalo, a madcap comedy on stage with showtimes through this weekend at Horace Mann Middle School in Sheboygan. http://www.sheboygantheatrecompany.com/production/moon-over-buffalo/ STEAM Storytime for ages 2-4 is Friday morning at 10:15 at Above and Beyond Children's Museum in downtown Sheboygan. https://wxerfm.com/events/event/community/35931/steam-storytime/ Also check out the Grand Opening of the Toddler Barnyard play area for the youngest kids… Saturday at 10am! Star Wars: The Nostalgia Awakens this weekend at The Sheboygan County Historical Society and Museum. Action figures, vehicles, playsets and special guests. http://sheboyganmuseum.org/ UW-Green Bay Sheboygan Campus will be screening the film Milwaukee 53206 Friday at 7. The film chronicles the lives of those affected by incarceration in America's most incarcerated zip code. https://www.facebook.com/events/352676778918059/ Sheboygan's Theater For Young Audiences presents their annual gala Saturday at 6 at Acuity in Sheboygan. This year they're celebrating 30 years of youth theater in the area. https://www.tyasheboygan.org/events/theater-for-young-audiences-anniversary-gala Project Pink - A Tribute To Pink Floyd performs Friday and Saturday at 7:30 at The Weill Center For The Performing Arts in Downtown Sheboygan. Two different shows. https://bit.ly/2BJkdUn LEGO Club and Play Dough Playdate at the Plymouth Public Library Saturday at 10am. Great for ages 5-10! https://www.facebook.com/events/409603493107015/ The Humane Society Of Sheboygan County invites you to meet your newest furry family member at an adoption event Saturday from 11-2 at PetSmart. Same day adoptions and name your own fees! https://bit.ly/2SRh0wR Try Hockey For Free Saturday at 1:45 at Sheboygan's Laker's Ice Center. Kids ages 4-9 can come find out what youth hockey is all about. Register at tryhockeyforfree.com https://www.facebook.com/events/2153778061368279/ Conversations on Race and Empowerment (CORE) is Saturday at 10am at The John Michael Kohler Arts Center in Downtown Sheboygan! Topics include wages, pay, titles and safety. https://www.facebook.com/events/317151858902492/ The Ben Schmidt with Ozzie Motorsports Brat Fry is Saturday afternoon at Odyssey Fun Center in Sheboygan Falls. Mini-Bowling, Food and Raffles!  https://www.facebook.com/events/2359968424078183/ Lakeshore Avian & Reptile Rescue & Sanctuary is hosting a fundraising Brat Fry at Miesfeld's Meat Market in Sheboygan Saturday from 9-2:30. Brats, burgers and baked goods for sale! https://www.facebook.com/events/369366816959255/ The 2019 Christ Child Academy Winter Extravaganza is Saturday at 4 at The Village at 170 in Kohler. Silent and live auction and dinner.   https://www.facebook.com/events/1968252563254887/ Coastal YPN Presents: Winter Splash! A family friendly event Sunday afternoon at the Blue Harbor Resort Waterpark. https://www.facebook.com/events/473910579802495/ The 42nd Annual Running Blind For SCMC Brat Fry Fundraiser is Sunday from 1-5 at Emil Mazey Hall in Sheboygan. Raise money for the Sheboygan County Motorcycle Clubs… Raffles, food, live music and more! https://www.facebook.com/events/473910579802495/ ASP 2nd Annual Mini-Golf Outing Fundraiser from 9-1 Sunday at First Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. Hot dog snack bar and more! https://www.facebook.com/events/590033211472354/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join HTR as we talk with Erica Mede and Ryan McVeigh about Reptile Rescue and Zilla Products.

Heather from  LARRS brought in Mrs. T the almost 30 lb. 13 year old tortoise. Here's more information about the awesome world class illusion show that's coming to Sheboygan in a few weeks!  You can purchase tickets here at the radio station!

Dave Clemens comes on the show to discuss how he started his rescue, his views on the hobby, ham related croc monitor issues and much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reptilenchill/message

Awesome to meet Rocky and talk with Heather From  LARRS about both of these exciting fundraisers coming to Sheboygan! 

Normally on Fridays at 8:30 the Sheboygan County Humane Society brings in a furry friend looking for a forever home. This week we have a special guest to spotlight. Humane Society friend and partner  LARRS joins us for some educational fun about their reptile and bird rescue and sanctuary in Sheboygan. Heather from  LARRS brought in "Lil Bit" to slither her way around the guest microphone in the studio. Recently the  LARRS organization assisted in the seizure and care of close to a dozen snakes from northern Michigan. Learn more about  LARRS and how you can adopt or help financially.  

Airing Sunday 1/31/16 at 8:00 P.M. Eastern and 5:00 P.M. PST Rescuing Reptiles with Sheryl Lynn Mitchell of Scaly Tails Rescue Sheryl Lynn Mitchell joins us for a discussion about her reptile rescue operation. There are so many unwanted or simply pets in need of new homes. Reptiles are no exeption. We will talk about what it takes to run a reptile rescue operation. We welcome your calls with questions and discussion topics related to rescues at 646-478-5331. The chatroom will be on during the live broadcast. You can jon in by following the show link at the time of the show. Please follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/geckonationradio and here on Blog Talk Radio. Help us reach more listeners by sharing the show links on your facebook pages. We greatly appreciate it and the new listeners will as well.

What happens when animals are abandoned or let loose? What happens when someone can no longer care for that $75.00 baby alligator that is now 100 pounds? Many wind up with Christina Obrect at her Reptile and Animal sanctuary that she runs from her home in Pennsylvania. I have seen it for myself and it is quite impressive. She has maximized the space that she has to care for as many needy creatures that she can. Her front porch has a gator pond built into it! Join us as we discuss what it takes to run a sanctuary such as hers. The trials and tribulations, the good and the bad. She has seen it all. She is also a trainer and handler of Alligators in addition to being a Lieutenant in her fire company. We will also open the phone lines to take your calls in the second half of the show. Be sure to join us in the chatroom while the broadcast is going on. the chatroom works best with Google and Firefox browsers.  Check out her site at www.christinaspets.com

On this episode of HTR we will be talking with Sheryl Mitchell from Scaly Tailz. Scaly Tailz specializes in reptile rescue and reptile educational presentations. Check out Scaly Tailz at: http://scalytailz.webs.com/ Scaly Tailz reptile rescue and education is dependant donations to operate. Please donate what you can to: roseroar1@aol.com

Michael Conner and Tom McGlone of T&M Herpetoculture join us on this episode of Herpin' Time Radio to discuss what all is involved in running and operating a reptile rescue. Our coorospondant in the field, none other than our very own Herpin' Time Radio official reptile veterinarian Shane Whitaker also joins us to give us a report of what all happened at the Tinley Park NARBC reptile show last weekend.

Host Marie Hulett talks with Diane Lee of Reptile & Amphibian Rescue Network and Maryanne Dell reviews new batch of books about pets.

Mojo the ferret discovers a new friend in the most unlikely of places.