In this post Colin discusses why he breeds animals and addresses the debate surrounding whether people should buy or adopt/rescue their next pet.
Genetic Provenance, Insanity, and Spoiled Milk
November 15, 2010 By 2 Comments
In this post Colin writes about the fallout of an animal’s genetics being inaccurate.
The Law of Large Numbers
October 31, 2010 By 1 Comment
In this posts Colin examines the odds of producing a certain ball python morph. The Punnet Square is usually used as a guide but just how much faith can we put in its promises?
On the Economic Viability of Ball Python Breeding
April 27, 2010 By 9 Comments
Can you really make money in the ball python business? In this post Colin explores the capacity for a startup breeding operation to actually make money. The conclusions are likely to surprise you.
Tell Me What It Takes
April 16, 2010 By 2 Comments
What are the key characteristics/qualities of a successful ball python breeder? Some of them are under your control, some not so much. In this post Colin reflects on some of the characteristics of a successful breeder.
The Things You Own
March 24, 2010 By 1 Comment
“The things you own wind up owning you.” Famous words that ring loud in my ears as I confront the way I have been running my businesses over the past decade.
Perspectives On Tangible Transactions
December 29, 2009 By 3 Comments
In this article Colin explains his struggle to come to terms with the things on which he spends money made from the sale of ball pythons.
Sweet Deals On Other People’s Problems
December 20, 2009 By 2 Comments
Reptile Showverload
November 5, 2009 By 3 Comments
Breeder Loans and Other Terrible Partnering Ideas
October 14, 2009 By 4 Comments
Reptile breeder loans are an industry staple for some. This article explores why Colin Weaver thinks that they are not always a good idea and offers many things that need to be considered before doing a breeder loan.
Planning For A Payday
July 8, 2009 By 7 Comments
Oh Yes We Can Prevent a Big 5 Ban
June 5, 2009 By 6 Comments
Black Bee Ball Python (aka Spider Black Pastel)
April 20, 2009 By 4 Comments
The black pastel spider ball python (black bee) is a subtle morph, easily overlooked if you are unaware of its subtle markers. This blog shows them.
What Can Phil Zimmerman Teach The Reptile Community?
April 5, 2009 By Leave a Comment
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