Hey friends, 2022 hits again. I lost my job. I’m trying so hard to stay optimistic, but just… fuck. I’m not sure what this means for ME or my animals. If it takes me a while to find a new job I’ll have to rehome everyone, as I simply don’t have any financial “cushion” left. … Lost my job
Hey friends! The new babies from Rob Conrad (@RobsIguanas) are all in shed right now, so these photos don’t do them justice, but I promised to put up photos ASAP so here they are: RC1 RC2 RC3 RC4 RC5 RC6 RC7 RC8 RC9 (shedding now, look at the colour difference!) RC10 RC11 RC12 RC13 As … Ugly Photos of Pretty Babies
Hey friends! In today’s video I receive 13 adorable new skinks from Rob Conrad (@RobsIguanas). Check it out!
Hi friends! 2022 has been an usual year so far, in part because some of Canada’s biggest blue tongue skink breeders (including myself) had astoundingly bad litters this year. With 9 females bred I’d hoped for dozens of babies – instead I’ve ended up with half a dozen. And I’m not the only breeder who … More babies incoming!
Please note these babies are all spoken for at the moment. Litter 1: Classic Northerns Parents: Clifford x Tex Born: July 05 Litter 2: Caramel Northern Parents: Tiberius x Tex Born: July 18
Hello friends, As many of you already know, 2022 hasn’t been going as well as I’d hoped. Between the record bad litters of blue tongues and some unexpected expenses, the coffers have run dry. So here I am, making the decision to sell or rehome a number of my animals. I’m still keeping most of … Downsizing
Hello friends! I’m so excited to share today’s video with you! Sarah and Greg from Obie’s Worms came to visit and tell us about their Halifax-based business. This company is growing literal tons of sustainable protein that supports not only reptiles but all kinds of animals (even people!). Heck, even gardeners can benefit from these … A Visit from Obie’s Worms!
Hey friends, In tonight’s video I tour the Narcisse Snake Dens with my sister Kortny and her service dog Mouse. Located in Manitoba, Canada, this protected site is the home to the worlds largest gathering of snakes – Red Sided Garter Snakes! As we walk the trail I’ll tell you a bit about pits, and … Gartner Snakes and a Service Dog
Hello friends! Baby season has officially started at Mel’s Exotics! https://youtu.be/4z_7Xt8KphY It’s my favourite time of year – Baby Season! First-time mom Clifford was the first to pop and gave me 6 adorable babies. Be sure to watch the video to see what’s unusual about this litter, and follow for updates on this litter and … 2022 Baby Season Update – Clifford had babies!
Hey friends! It’s been a while since I talked about breeding my blue tongue skinks, so here’s a photoshoot showing off my pregnant lizards, their 2022 partners, and some bonus critter shenanigans! In this video my photographer friend Jacquie visits again to help me with a pregnancy shoot to announce my hopeful 2022 litters. I … A Pregnancy Photoshoot – Now On Video!