I agree with the others, as such, let me say this simply...

Herpkeeping is much more than petkeeping. It makes us researchers, behaviorists, and artists.

Working with limited or inaccurate data, and far less emotive animals, we become astute observers of the slightest quantifiable fluctuations in environment and reaction in our animal charges. These are not the same diciplines as those of a dog owner. For us to be only adequate, we must fill many roles. This qualifies us to be called something more than pet-owners.

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• Anyone else had this same argument? Any feedback greatly appreciated!!! - Hubsoccer12, Thu Oct 13 13:03:13 2005
• RE: Anyone else had this same argument? Any feedback greatly appreciated!!! - beastie, Thu Oct 13 13:59:33 2005
• RE: Anyone else had this same argument? Any feedback greatly appreciated!!! - reptilicus, Thu Oct 13 14:17:28 2005
• You're skipping a step or two. - casichelydia, Thu Oct 13 14:27:10 2005
• Beautifully and sensibly written. NP - JungleGems, Thu Oct 13 15:45:50 2005
• RE: You're skipping a step or two. - samsun, Thu Oct 13 17:33:01 2005
• RE: You're skipping a step or two. - sungazer, Thu Oct 13 18:20:31 2005
• RE: Anyone else had this same argument? Any feedback greatly appreciated!!! - Pippps, Sun Oct 16 17:35:03 2005