Ever wondered how a live frog safely makes its way from a warehouse to your living room terrarium? Spoiler alert: It’s definitely not like shipping socks or underwear! In this episode of the Josh's Frogs Podcast, we sit down with Simone from our vertebrate shipping team to show us the layers of the intricate, weather-dependent science of live animal transport. Simone shares an insider look at what it's like to handle up to 100 orders a day and breaks down the exact technology we use to keep animals safe. From custom-made gel packs and insulated foam boxes to the magic of EcoTherm packs. We also dive into tips for you when your new pet arrives, how we navigate extreme summer and winter weather, and much more!

John Moyles, founder of J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, joins Josh to tell the story of how J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue grew into Wisconsin’s largest exotic pet rescue. From a lifelong career in the pet industry to creating a statewide surrender network, John walks us through the challenges of taking in more than 11,000 animals since 2020, the logistics of moving from home tanks to a staffed facility, and the organization’s next big steps.

In this podcast we talk about why releasing pet animals into the wild is dangerous, how chytrid testing helps protect amphibian populations, and the many ways listeners can help, from volunteering and donating to spreading the word on social media.

Support and get involved: follow J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on social media, volunteer at surrender events, or contribute to ongoing fundraisers:

Website - https://www.jraar.org/Links - https://linktr.ee/JRAARFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/JRAquaticAnimalRescue

This episode explores the rise of captive-bred Malaysian dwarf toads as a pet choice. We talk about the basics and move into practical, keeper-focused information as well as breeding. The episode emphasizes buying captive-bred, working to maintain biosecurity, and more!