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Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
Time to re-train the dogs.plus we’re running out of grass for the dogs to use! I need to get some land ASAP!
https://www.google.com/search?q=dog...VLCc0KHWkfAXoQ_AUoAXoECAMQAw&biw=1024&bih=636
This was great! Unfortunately I have a different problem and I blame MOM (jokingly). When I was 10 I asked for a pet, she said sure but it can't be a furred animal (hah--- she was only thinking of dogs and cats or just did not know better). 1st pet was a scorpion then a caiman came soon after that. Soon I was reading about incubators and hatching chickens and ducks along with purchasing multiple fish tanks.
Before leaving High School I had African Clawed frogs, Pipa Parva (aquatic frogs) Oscar fish, Salamanders (Tiger), Garter snakes, Scorpions, Ferret (yes a furred animal), dwarf seahorses (out of Outdoor Life mag.) That was just shy of 40 years ago and I still have sale coupons for the seahorses..
The last 30 years have allowed me to enjoy the following but not all at one time.. Large Seahorses, Dwarf Seahorses, multiple chameleons species (Fuelleborni, Sailfin, dwarf, veiled, Jackson, Senegal, di something had lots of spots) Ferrets, hedgehogs, tree frogs, toads, tarantulas, spiders, Boa Constrictors, Sand boas, turtles and tortoise (only 1) and Shhhhhhhhhhhhh Stick and leaf insects.
And as an adult had Rat terrier and Pugs... In your face mom.. Just kidding love the mom
SO!!!! I might have saved money being a drunk just kidding. Does nobody good taking substances that can kill you and others.
I got the bug BAD but working on letting some of my interests go.
Currently have turtles, tortoise, whites tree frogs (8) purchased as tadpoles, Yellow Spotted Climbing Toads, Regal Jumping Spiders (now with 60 plus babies in its nest). I currently have Adult veiled, 15 babies from a 66 baby hatch (sold/gave away most), Jacksons, Turtles, Tortoise and lots of feeding insects. Opps! I forgot Rosy the Rose hair Tarantula going on about 10 years old (she was an adult when I purchased her and I have had her for 7 years. AND I am into carnivorous plants too...
Before leaving High School I had African Clawed frogs, Pipa Parva (aquatic frogs) Oscar fish, Salamanders (Tiger), Garter snakes, Scorpions, Ferret (yes a furred animal), dwarf seahorses (out of Outdoor Life mag.) That was just shy of 40 years ago and I still have sale coupons for the seahorses..
The last 30 years have allowed me to enjoy the following but not all at one time.. Large Seahorses, Dwarf Seahorses, multiple chameleons species (Fuelleborni, Sailfin, dwarf, veiled, Jackson, Senegal, di something had lots of spots) Ferrets, hedgehogs, tree frogs, toads, tarantulas, spiders, Boa Constrictors, Sand boas, turtles and tortoise (only 1) and Shhhhhhhhhhhhh Stick and leaf insects.
And as an adult had Rat terrier and Pugs... In your face mom.. Just kidding love the mom
SO!!!! I might have saved money being a drunk just kidding. Does nobody good taking substances that can kill you and others.
I got the bug BAD but working on letting some of my interests go.
Currently have turtles, tortoise, whites tree frogs (8) purchased as tadpoles, Yellow Spotted Climbing Toads, Regal Jumping Spiders (now with 60 plus babies in its nest). I currently have Adult veiled, 15 babies from a 66 baby hatch (sold/gave away most), Jacksons, Turtles, Tortoise and lots of feeding insects. Opps! I forgot Rosy the Rose hair Tarantula going on about 10 years old (she was an adult when I purchased her and I have had her for 7 years. AND I am into carnivorous plants too...
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I love it !!!
I'm the same way. I have always loved animals and my parents said if I wanted them I would have to move out and get them. I always told myself im going to have a dog when I grow up. Well. Fast forward a bunch of years later I married someone who has severe pet allergies and my kids unfortunately have the gene too. So I STILL only have reptiles and fish. 
ERKleRose
Chameleon Enthusiast
Unless they learn how to flush, it’s a no go!Time to re-train the dogs.
https://www.google.com/search?q=dog...VLCc0KHWkfAXoQ_AUoAXoECAMQAw&biw=1024&bih=636
If the toilet seat is up, both dogs and both cats will try to drink out of the toilet, so it’s always down! The issue is not having enough space for them to run around in, not running out of potty area. We usually take them to huge a dog park once or twice a week where we let them run around, swim, meet friends, train them on the agility course, and do a few laps on the mile-and-a-half trail, but since COVID-19, we haven't been able to do so with the risk of us or the dogs getting it.
Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
WOW! I could have sworn Marlin Perkins died decades ago. Where ya been, dude?
ERKleRose
Chameleon Enthusiast
I LOVE it! I almost got into seahorses a year ago but decided against it. Do you have any pics of yours?!
Sorry only have a few pics of the last few years to share. I will find my thumb drive with more at a later date..
Memory land---- I do have a problem... Shhhhhhhhhhh--- Just purchased 2 male Panthers babies and will get them next week or when weather permits... DANG! Internet shopping SUCKS... ha ha
Time to take a nap before the next feedings..
Memory land---- I do have a problem... Shhhhhhhhhhh--- Just purchased 2 male Panthers babies and will get them next week or when weather permits... DANG! Internet shopping SUCKS... ha ha
Time to take a nap before the next feedings..
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Omg!! Are those baby seahorses???
ERKleRose
Chameleon Enthusiast
Those seahorses are AMAZING! I LOVE the babies!
All of your other pets are gorgeous, too!Loved the seahorses and maybe when in full retirement will have them again. Seahorse.org is like this site but less people are into the hobby than a few years ago.. Raising babies is much harder than chameleons.. Constant feeding and cleaning since they only have a digestive track and no stomach. Snick snick snick Opps! forgot the cuttlefish and octopus phase..
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ERKleRose
Chameleon Enthusiast
Yeah, that’s why I decided against them. Conflicting info, so many variables, and getting a healthy one. I’ll definitely check out that site! I’m so jealous of your collection, great work!
Yeah- most of the critters were wild caught in the day but with CB Chameleons, and Seahorses (species only tank recommended) makes things easier to start.. I am still surprised at off the sick and dyeing chameleons here. Especially with all the advice given and expertise in personalities. Husbandry, meds, vitamins, lighting and more.. WOW!
True Story! Back in the early 90's I lived in Memphis and was Calling San Diego to the starters of Chameleon Information Network to get advice. Now reflecting all these years, I remember bothering them while eating dinner but (can't remember names) they never gaffed me off or treated me like a spoiled person, very helpful. Parson Chameleons were about 50 bucks... YES 50!
As others know... I talked to the owner of Kailua Pets in Hawaii (1987)--- YES, the guy that imported the first Jackson Chameleons to Hawaii for the pet trade, and lost half while doing some cleaning. Now look what he did.. ha ha
Thanks for letting me share---- I know it can be a little (a lot) one sided but would help anyone wanting to investigate other things..
one more thing--- people will lie to your face with a smile.. Don't trust others unless they show you.. I picked up 10 tadpoles only to find out they use hormones to induce breeding. SO all my tads came out of the water with no front legs (huge learning lesson). I thought it was me until I did some research on deformities within the CB community.. Non lived over 3 weeks out of the water. DARN!
True Story! Back in the early 90's I lived in Memphis and was Calling San Diego to the starters of Chameleon Information Network to get advice. Now reflecting all these years, I remember bothering them while eating dinner but (can't remember names) they never gaffed me off or treated me like a spoiled person, very helpful. Parson Chameleons were about 50 bucks... YES 50!
As others know... I talked to the owner of Kailua Pets in Hawaii (1987)--- YES, the guy that imported the first Jackson Chameleons to Hawaii for the pet trade, and lost half while doing some cleaning. Now look what he did.. ha ha
Thanks for letting me share---- I know it can be a little (a lot) one sided but would help anyone wanting to investigate other things..
one more thing--- people will lie to your face with a smile.. Don't trust others unless they show you.. I picked up 10 tadpoles only to find out they use hormones to induce breeding. SO all my tads came out of the water with no front legs (huge learning lesson). I thought it was me until I did some research on deformities within the CB community.. Non lived over 3 weeks out of the water. DARN!
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Tell that to the Aquarium of the Pacific in CA.... When I found out their seahorses were labeled wrong. Ha ha I was polite and tactful with lots of facts on my SECOND visit (they are labeled correctly and have multiple species).. They actually took me in the back to their breeding program. Unfortunately the zoos and schools have this "nontrading or selling to the public" thing going on..
FOR any beginner----Just ask as I did. They will open the door for education and experience and might change your focus on life. Worst case they say we can't because of this Redhorse guy. ha ha Red- like the color- horse for seahorses (my bucket list color). They can change colors and sexes when necessary. Female to male only, not male to female.. FYI
FOR any beginner----Just ask as I did. They will open the door for education and experience and might change your focus on life. Worst case they say we can't because of this Redhorse guy. ha ha Red- like the color- horse for seahorses (my bucket list color). They can change colors and sexes when necessary. Female to male only, not male to female.. FYI
ERKleRose
Chameleon Enthusiast
I read about that last part and found it amazing! Thanks for the advice! If ever get into seahorses, I’ll definitely reach out those places and to you!Tell that to the Aquarium of the Pacific in CA.... When I found out their seahorses were labeled wrong. Ha ha I was polite and tactful with lots of facts on my SECOND visit (they are labeled correctly and have multiple species).. They actually took me in the back to their breeding program. Unfortunately the zoos and schools have this "nontrading or selling to the public" thing going on..
FOR any beginner----Just ask as I did. They will open the door for education and experience and might change your focus on life. Worst case they say we can't because of this Redhorse guy. ha ha Red- like the color- horse for seahorses (my bucket list color). They can change colors and sexes when necessary. Female to male only, not male to female.. FYI
lol How about his partner jumping into the water for anacondas or alligator snapping turtles. The Steve Erwin before colored films.
