Scales & Snouts

10/24/2024

09/16/2024

**MORE PEOPLE NEED TO KNOW THIS-- Fish DO NOT belong in small, stagnant water bowls*** 🐟 it is abuse!! And before someone says "It's just a fish" It's a LIVING, FEELING BEING THAT SUFFERS among many species of small animals!!

It's currently fair season all around our state.
And in true, unfortunate fair fashion, they're giving away live animals as prizes again.

Goldfish have gained a reputation for dying quickly. Which leads many to think of them as fun little toys rather than living beings.
But be aware- They're not dying because they have naturally short lifespans. They're dying from neglect..

The #1 reason goldfish die is because they cannot survive longer than a few weeks without properly aerated water and most people are keeping them in a tiny bowl of stagnant water where they are literally suffocating to death.

If given the proper care though, goldfish can grow to 8+ inches long and live 20 years. Something to think about before making the impulsive decision to bring one home with you from the fair.

This is what proper goldfish care looks like:

🐟 Depending on the type, goldfish should be housed in a habitat that provides about 20 gallons of water per fish. However some varieties require a larger amount of space, around 50–100 gallons.

🐟 Good water quality is critical for keeping a goldfish healthy. The pH should range between 7–8.4 and you should test the water frequently with a water quality test kit.

🐟 Water aeration is vital to maintain oxygen levels within their habitat so they can breathe. This can be provided with an air pump and air stone.

🐟 Filtration is important because goldfish are messy. A filter helps remove small particulates, and it also houses a large portion of the biological filtration needed to keep your water parameters healthy and liveable.

🐟 Unlike most aquarium fish, Goldfish are most comfortable around 72–76 F. So depending on your room temperature, you may or may not need a heater to keep your tank within this range. You should always have a thermometer in your tank to ensure your water temperature is within a healthy range.

🐟 Goldfish are predominately omnivores and should have a diet consisting mostly of sinking pellets. Flake foods are not recommended as it often doesn’t sink and if a goldfish eats at the surface too much, they can develop buoyancy issues. Enrichment food ideas are krill, Daphnia and Brine shrimp.

It doesn't matter that it's "just a fish." They still deserve more than bare minimum care. Monetarily its life may only be worth 25-60 cents to you, or whatever you spent to win it at the fair- but morally, it's still a living creature and it deserves a proper chance.

Thank you.

12/03/2023

"I died today. I ate a poisoned mouse. A woman has found me, I have been soooo sick. Brought me inside to keep me warm. Opened my eyes to thank her for making my last few minutes as comfortable as possible. But I was too sick, I closed my big eyes for the last time and passed out. PLEASE DO NOT USE POISON TO KILL RATS OR MICE. Poison kills owls. All I wanted was a mouse for supper."

11/23/2023

A lizard may seem cheap at $25-$40, but a proper setup costs over $300. Avoid inadequate pet store starter kits; chameleons and bearded dragons need large, correctly lit enclosures. Research thoroughly before buying any pet, as a "sale" can end up being costly. Many reptiles suffer in small enclosures with poor lighting. Invest in their well-being. Thank you.

09/08/2023

09/01/2023

08/28/2023

We must do our best to prevent things like this from happening. Thanks to the dedicated work of the new owners this malnourished gecko has made a full recovery.

Credit: Kendra Oakley

08/20/2023

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07/16/2023

HAPPY WORLD SNAKE DAY...!!!

06/16/2023

This in a single post accurately sums up what independent reptile centres are up against.....

That little extra you are paying is precisely because of the advice attached to it. That time costs money, reptile shops are not charities and that support allows Jordan and many other shops to provide said advice to the next customer.

Message Amazon about MBD or eBay about Vitamin A issues. See where it gets you.

Think.... For god's sake.

Chaz

06/09/2023

Whattttttt😅

05/27/2023

Please do not take turtles from the wild, and only purchase pet turtles from reputable breeders rather than buying wild caught turtles.

In Michigan, eastern box turtles, spotted turtles, Blanding's turtles, and wood turtles cannot be possessed or removed from the wild without explicit permission from the Michigan DNR.

05/13/2023

05/10/2023

Such a beauty!

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