232: Abandoned Pet Reptiles: A Hidden Crisis and How to Fix It | Jordan Lyndon - AAH

Jordan Lindon of Midland Reptile Rescue in Birmingham, UK discusses his experience in running his reptile rescue, the finances involved, the importance of a strong community, and the operations day-to-day. This episode is a great one to tune into if you are someone with aspirations to run a reptile rescue; this truly goes over Jordan’s experience and viewpoints in the function of a reptile rescue in the community. Jordan also talks about mistakes to avoid, legislation viewpoints, species he sees frequently surrendered, and his set-up from taking in surrenders to adopting out. SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/232-midlands-reptile-rescue/SPONSORS: Visit The BioDude: https://www.thebiodude.com/ Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Midland Reptile Rescue Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birminghamreptilerescue/Midland Reptile Rescue TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlandsreptilerescueMidland Reptile Rescue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlandsreptilerescue/Photos and Video in Episode:https://www.instagram.com/midlandsreptilerescue/WE DISCUSS:00:00 Introducing Jordan Lindon - Midland Reptile Rescue2:38 Coming Up: Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermometer3:10 Coming Up: The Bio Dude Bioactive Substrates + Dietary Supplements3:45 Welcome Jordan + Motivations To Start a Reptile Rescue and Expenses8:27 Demand For The Reptile Rescue + Looking For Homes12:25 Home Set-Up of The Rescue + Finances15:24 The Wrong Side Of Rescues + Legislation17:35 Memorable Surrenders19:38 Legislation in Banning Reptiles + Large Snakes21:26 How Many Species Does Jordan Have Now + First Aid in Reptiles23:21 How Do Animals Get Adopted Out?24:31 Zoo Med ReptiTemp Dimming Thermometer26:02 Rescues Being a Safety Net29:42 Tips in Starting a Reptile Rescue32:08 Care Resources + Strange Species34:28 The Bio Dude Bioactive Substrates + Dietary Supplements35:28 Jordan’s Personal Animals37:45 Transitioning Homes For Reptiles40:44 Jordan’s Feelings On Pet Shops, Breeders, and Expos46:24 Abandoned Reptiles Experiences48:06 Commonly Surrendered Species49:24 Plans For Youtube Channel/Social Media + Profits53:16 Goals in Rescuing + Education Services54:47 Major Mistakes to Avoid + Quarantining57:18 The Importance of Rescues59:19 Closing Thoughts

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Exploring ethical captive management of reptiles & amphibians through the lens of biological science, conservation, and human nature. The Animals at Home Network is a herpetoculture-based podcast network that hosts: Animals at Home Podcast by Dillon Perron, Project Herpetoculture by Phillip Lietz and Roy Arthur Blodgett, Reptiles & Research Podcast by Liam Sinclair and Ellie Hills, and Animals Everywhere by Bryce Broom. Each show on the network brings all members of the reptile community together to discuss reptile husbandry, scientific research, breeding, wildlife conservation, and more!