Finding a qualified reptile veterinarian before an emergency happens can make all the difference. In this episode of the Reptile Guild Podcast, Shane Kelley of Small Town Xotics joins Josh and Alisha Harbin of Herpin Harbins to discuss how to choose a reptile veterinarian, what questions to ask before your first visit, and how to recognize when it’s time to seek professional medical care. Whether you keep your first ball python, breed western hognose snakes, work with boas, or maintain a large reptile collection, understanding when to involve a veterinarian is an essential part of responsible reptile keeping.

Hosted by Shane Kelley of Small Town Xotics and Josh and Alisha Harbin of Herpin Harbins.

Technical Producer: Jay Kaps of Greenline Morphs

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