Summary

Andrew explains why he chose reptiles instead of more traditional pets, describing how a childhood fascination with dinosaurs and the colourful world of Pokémon evolved into a lifelong passion for reptiles. He reflects on how reptiles inspire patience, respect and wonder, and highlights the unique value they bring to keepers’ lives.

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Transcript

Why reptiles? Why reptiles and not a more traditional pet animal?

Well see. We actually keep both in my household so it’s quite a busy house. There’s a big dog. Two very noisy cats and a load of reptiles.

Why the reptiles? They’re just something different. They’re out of the norm, they’re incredible, there’s just the variation in species and just… They’re just out of the norm and everyone who enjoyed dinosaurs and Pokémon growing up. These are living dinosaurs and Pokémon. So, what’s not to love, do you know what I mean?