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Exotic Pets™

Tracie Hotchner
Exotic Pets
Reptiles
Chickens
Chinchillas
Rabbits
Pet Ownership
Birds
Sy Montgomery
Veterinary Care
Zoo Med Laboratories
Mice
Geroscience
Senior Care
Ferrets
Pet Companionship
Customer Education
Pet Emergencies
Human-Animal Bond
Hedgehogs
Chronic Diseases

The show for people interested in pets that slither, hop, creep, fly or swim: from bunnies to iguanas, parrots to ferrets, snakes to tortoises. Information on the physical requirements of these exotic pets and how to manage the often challenging environment and correct diet essential to their welfare.

Co-hosted by Dr. Doug Mader, author of "The Vet at Noah's Ark: Stories of Survival from an Inne... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes126Founded11 years ago
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Latest Episodes

#336: Dr. Doug explains that scorpions — which are over 200 million years old, the oldest living animal on earth, — are unusual as an exotic pet. African Emperor scorpions — "ominous looking, yet fairly gentle with grasping pincers" — carry their you... more

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#335: Avian specialist and house call parrot veterinarian Dr. Ann Bourke talks about having helped Sue & John with the development of the Beaktivity hanging parrot toy, which makes parrots happy because they can destroy a toy made with his physical a... more

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#334: Dr. Doug discusses mites on snakes — and the different mites that get on lizards — and how to treat them with an olive oil rub down, or the medication Provent-a-mite.

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#333: Dr. Doug Mader talks about his personal history with keeping fish as pets — feeling emotionally attached to them and their responsiveness to him as their caregiver. Another facet of the human-animal bond that is increasingly recognized in the p... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Don Harris
Exotic animal veterinarian
Episode: His Octopus Friend Who Lived With Him
Dr. Jeff Jenkins
Renowned exotic veterinarian in San Diego
Episode: The Clients Are Exotic, Too!
Dr. Rick LeCouteur
Veterinarian and expert on Australian wildlife
Episode: Parrots & Cockatoos All Over Oz!
Pat Wright
CEO of Ferrets Anonymous
Ferrets Anonymous
Episode: Fighting the Good Fight for Ferrets in California
Murray Forbes
Co-creator of the Scratches app for exotic pet owners
Episode: Trying to Find A Fellow Exotic Pet Enthusiast?
Dr. Madonna Livingstone
An author and expert in exotic animals, known for her textbook 'Exotics Made Easy'.
Episode: Parrots Say “Love is Not Enough”
Claire Hamblion
Representative from Supreme Pet Foods, focuses on rabbit and guinea pig nutrition
Supreme Pet Foods
Episode: Bugs Bunny Had it All Wrong - No More Carrots!
Amanda Altman
A representative from Marshall Pet Products
Marshall Pet Products
Episode: Ferret “Deodorant” & Other Ferret Necessaries
Dr. Gregory Lewbart
North Carolina State University Professor of Aquatic, Wildlife and Zoological Medicine
North Carolina State University
Episode: Bad Things Happen to Good Fish

Hosts

Tracy Hotchner
Pet Wellness Advocate
Dr. Doug Mader
Veterinary Specialist on Exotics and author

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Really cute

    This is really entertaining and funny. I just like hearing tidbits about animals that I do and don't have.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taylurrr92
    United States8 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the expertise of the hosts, especially regarding lesser-known animals.
Engaging and informative discussions on diverse exotic pets make it a fun listen.
The variety of topics keeps the content fresh and appropriate for any animal lover.

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Trying to Find A Fellow Exotic Pet Enthusiast?
Q: What drove you or inspired you to create an app called Scratches?
The idea was to include or be inclusive of a niche market of exotic pet owners who struggle to connect with others due to societal judgments.
When Your Snake Has Trouble Shedding His Skin
Q: How can someone help a snake shed its eye cap?
They can use cellophane tape to gently pull off the retained cap, or seek a veterinarian's help.
When Your Snake Has Trouble Shedding His Skin
Q: What happens if a snake doesn't shed properly?
It can be due to various factors like age, nutrition, temperature, and humidity.
Parrots & Cockatoos All Over Oz!
Q: If African greys are so well known as a pet parrot, why did the poor African gray get the one who got stuck behind bars?
African greys are highly intelligent, and their suitability for social interaction made them popular in captivity, partly due to historical export restrictions on Australian parrots.
Parrots & Cockatoos All Over Oz!
Q: Are budgerigars the same thing as a parakeet? And as a parakeet, a little parrot?
Yes, budgies and parakeets are part of the parrot family, with parakeets generally larger than budgies.

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Content is centered around educating pet owners about the complex needs of exotic pets, encompassing a wide range of animals from reptiles and parrots to ferrets and rodents. Frequent discussions include insights on animal care, physical requirements, and emotional wellbeing, particularly aimed at owners of less common pets. Noteworthy is the emphasis on understanding behavior and the bond between humans and exotic pets, with practical advice on veterinary care and community support for exotic pet enthusiasts. The expertise of co-hosts, particularly a veterinary specialist, enriches the variety of topics covered, providing both scientific and experiential perspectives on pet ownership.

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Exotic Pets™ launched 11 years ago and published 126 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Exotic Pets™ include:

1. Dr. Don Harris
2. Dr. Jeff Jenkins
3. Dr. Rick LeCouteur
4. Pat Wright
5. Murray Forbes
6. Dr. Madonna Livingstone
7. Claire Hamblion
8. Amanda Altman

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