A Year of Growth at Sweet Ave Zoo

 

On Wednesdays We Wear Scales  A midweek check-in from your favorite pink-haired reptile nurse. Hey! Happy New Year I’m sending this one just after midnight because new year, fresh start, and very practically, that’s when my email count resets. This issue is a little different. Instead of focusing on a single reptile or invertebrate, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the past year, the animals, the lessons, the changes, and the growth that came with building Sweet Ave Zoo a little more intentionally every month. Feature: The Keeper (Me, Hi) This year wasn’t about adding the most animals or building the flashiest enclosures. It was about becoming a better keeper... more patient, more informed, and more willing to pause before saying “yes” to something new. I learned to: • Upgrade before expanding • Slow down impulse decisions • Design enclosures around behavior, not aesthetics • Accept that “good enough for now” is sometimes the most ethical choice Sweet Ave Zoo grew this year, but more importantly, I grew alongside it, and that’s something I’m carrying into the new year. Keeper Note: Growth in keeping isn’t measured by how many animals you have, it’s measured by how well you care for the ones already depending on you. ************************************************* Looking Ahead Going into this year, my goals are simple: • Fewer rushed decisions • More observation and refinement • Continued education • And content that helps others feel more confident, not overwhelmed No pressure to reinvent everything, just space to do things a little better. This felt like the right image to use for this issue... a snapshot of where Sweet Ave Zoo (and I) are heading. The Free Feeder Bug Care Guide Some things are reliable for a reason, and the free feeder bug care guide is one of them. If feeding insects felt chaotic at any point this year (no judgment), this guide walks through the basics of keeping feeders alive, healthy, and stress-free... for you and your animals. What it covers: • Beginner-friendly feeder options • Simple housing and care • Common mistakes to avoid • Tips to make bugs part of the routine, not a headache Grab the free bug care guide here Perfect for: • New keepers starting the year fresh • Anyone refining their routine • People who want fewer feeder-related emergencies MY WEBSITE Visit Our Socials

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