Finishing our Reptile Zoo!! (Building Update #19)

[@jeky1986]

I will miss the facility updates. Of course I'm so hyped seeing the finished building, but it was such a pleasure to follow you on this journey.

[@FreakingPlane]

Very well said :D

[@emmathetoad6686]

Praise GOD

[@themurrrr]

It really was ♥️

[@bingus4life]

Yes, I agree! :_)

[@queenbecca3994]

Yes I will very much miss it

[@carmen8choh]

Who here still remembers Emily and Ed’s original plan to potentially open April/May 2020! I’m just so excited for you guys to finally see all your hard work come into fruition!

[@jandprowley]

Me

[@FreakingPlane]

I do! It was a shame they had to postpone, but hey! We got more content 😂

[@emmathetoad6686]

PRAISE GOD

[@bingus4life]

I remember!

[@Quinn_theidiot]

Me

[@ilyac1802]

Getting distracted and starting to coo at a freshly shed stick bug is such an Emily thing to do

[@gleecheto]

Lol

[@suyinbarker3259]

it so is tho

[@dionelmejia8093]

@monique Swonger what does this supposed to mean

[@hydrahugs]

For a second I thought the "Rubber Duckies" were actually just going to be tiny rubber ducks in a container as a joke, which made me laugh.

[@lisaverbeek7409]

Same here 🤣

[@Immopimmo]

Same lol!

[@samurai352]

Yep! LOL 😆

[@adriantexas5403]

Same lol

[@nevaehguerrero3732]

Same

[@Kittyintheraiyn]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR INCLUDING SANITARY NAPKIN DISPOSAL IN THE MEN'S ROOM, (AS WELL AS CHANGING TABLES IN THE MEN'S ROOM). Thank you so much for this tiny bit of inclusivity, it's such a wonderful, easy to do thing, and it makes such a difference. Thank you!

[@reptielenshowassen]

I had the same reaction! It would give me so much joy to find those in the men's room!

[@sunnijo]

Was going to say the same thing, but you beat me to it. Love it

[@lisawheeler3711]

I loved that she added that they were getting them for the men's and the change taking both are absolutely perfect. Thank you 😊

[@mrsbodeutsch]

I get the changing tables but sanitary products. No.

[@parasaurae]

@@mrsbodeutsch some men have periods and would like a discreet disposal option just like in the women's room

[@ro.viraYT]

When Ed said "I feel loved" and Emily replied "you are LOVED" 🥺🥺

[@anni2565]

I'm really sorry criticise your awesome animal signs. They look incredible and really educational. However, I noticed that you placed them above the enclosures. My sister uses a wheelchair and from experience we know that this will probably pose an issue for other wheelchair users. Maybe you could find a way to place a smaller sign with the info somewhere around the height of a wheelchair users eyes? That would be awesome for kids who are learning to read, too!!

[@golddragonette7795]

that was my thought at that section too, the small text looks too small for chair users and kids

[@PrincessIzusu]

Would an informational booklet with a map be helpful? Or one of those audio guides that some museums or gardens have?

[@anni2565]

@@PrincessIzusu yes, absolutely. Also for people with sight issues. A booklet would be awesome and easy to take with you even for wheelchair users. I can think of a thousand reasons why a booklet would be awesome. Like, for animals that hide, the visitors could have a closer look at the pictures before searching the enclosures for the animal. Or parents who can't pick up their kids but want to read the text out loud to them. Or for little family games like "who finds that specific animal first"

[@simonantonehie6392]

I was thinking that aswell, and for people with other mobility issues sometimes it's hard to look up for a long period of time

[@iimuffinsaur]

I think the booklet suggestion would work really well. Maybe have a holder for them at the front so when you enter you can take one.

[@charlieevans954]

The glowing mushroom lights from the build off would look so good in the tunnel.

[@zacharywood9416]

Till they’re destroyed instantly by kids

[@charlieevans954]

@@zacharywood9416 if they’re secured, they shouldn’t be destroyed 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@seanwalsh9814]

@@charlieevans954 They'll find a way to bite em off haha

[@charlieevans954]

@@seanwalsh9814 😂🤣😂

[@snakewithapen5489]

I love how looking at your list of employees that we've met so far really just destroys the stereotype that only boys like reptiles/girls are afraid of them lol. It's very encouraging!

[@yes2143]

Do people actually think that?

[@sweethoneycomb392]

@@yes2143 well it’s pretty clear in childrens toys and clothes, dino and reptile toys for boys that sort of thing

[@sweethoneycomb392]

@@yes2143 me too ^^ i have a dino backpack and a bunch of dino plushies

[@snakewithapen5489]

@@yes2143 Yeah I mean I do think it is still a stereotype. It's definitely not as big of a thing as it was in the past thankfully, but I remember growing up everyone would look at me weird when I would catch lizards to show them, my mother would scream at me about it, and a couple times I've had boys show me a snake skin and expect me to be freaked out about it, and be dissapointed when I wasn't scared to pick it up. I just really appreciate people like ed and Emily who are giving people such good opportunities to spread awareness, and learn about and work with reptiles ^^

[@sweethoneycomb392]

@@bibarel4665 were talking about gender stereotypes :// idk why ur bringing sex in this

[@Mew2Man]

12:07 I LOVE that Ed asks though because I've been in multiple restrooms where it's just right where your knees go and it's PAINFUL or it's too close to the seat and you can't really sit down very well

[@akiyamada2306]

Personally. Emily and Ed, have a wheelchair user come through to check the accessibility, signage, isle width, etc.. I'd be worried I couldn't read the signs way up there! Why I recommend having an actual wheelchair user come is bc even ADA requirements does not an accessible business/building make ;) (Would be cool if you had an audio tour as well for our blind and low vision friends)

[@shinypearlstar]

... that gnome is everywhere. It just comes and goes and it still spooks Emily. The mug and shirt looks so cool. I miss painting rocks. I had a painting rock book but then lost it. There were so many good ideas in there, I had really only managed to paint a strawberry looking rock then misplaced it somewhere

[@shinypearlstar]

@@COTWSam I know. Knowing me, I would probably try to with destroy it, give it to someone else, or leave somewhere else and hope it doesn't pop back up like what happened with Emily

[@COTWSam]

I'd be scared to destroy it. Read too much goosebumps as a kid

[@shinypearlstar]

@@COTWSam I grew up watching anything horror related but I am not dealing with no gnome so yeah

[@annareifer2249]

Maybe... he is behind you right now

[@COTWSam]

👀

[@sta_rfields]

I remember when yall were just filming short videos about the care of single-animals, I'm so happy so see how far you guys have come. Yall deserve this so much, I hope everything works out well!

[@babybird2434]

I'm still just eagerly waiting to see the video where they show us moving rex into her new enclosurer. been waiting ages to see that. Gunna be so disappointed if they don't film it.

[@slavicandsapphic7446]

They did say a vid was comin out so i think we’ll prolly see it next week!

[@babybird2434]

@@slavicandsapphic7446 oh ok. thank you. what video did they say that in please?

[@alaskangirl7675]

Yes, the highlight of the whole zoo! I love Rex.

[@SnakeDiscovery]

Coming next Friday ;)

[@adriantexas5403]

@@SnakeDiscovery YESSS CANT WAIT

[@sophiae.anderson4646]

When your zoo is open a bit longer you may want to think about getting podiums for the educational signs to be placed on so people of all heights and mobility limitation can read what they say. Kids, short people and people in wheelchairs may have issues readying all the signs if they're placed over the enclosures

[@njmoonfrost6145]

That is so true!! Good idea!!!

[@guy8646]

The signs are all at different heights depending on the location of the enclosure. Some are quite low and require you to bend to read them. Seems like a reasonable arrangement to me and like any other zoo or museum.

[@missbootoyoutoo77]

I also hope they put cameras in the zoo so people from other places can see some animals

[@akiyamada2306]

This! Please make it accessible.

[@NaNaTT549]

They need to be up high, so the kids can't pull them off the walls or even some stupid adult with no home training.

[@viviennecrowley8432]

Heard that sanitary products will be availble in the mens room too! Love all you do to promote an inclusive environment!

[@WolfanTerror]

@@bibarel4665 Uh.... how about no? That's gross

[@akanah4700]

@@bibarel4665 ...what?

[@spongiformencephalitis]

@@bibarel4665 did you understand what vivienne said? i don't think you did

[@WolfanTerror]

@@spongiformencephalitis Lol they deleted their comment

[@spongiformencephalitis]

@@WolfanTerror good riddance

[@srirams2227]

I remember watching the very first video when Ed and Emily announced that they purchased a building. Years later (literally), Now the same building houses so many animals which get the love and affection they deserve. I'm so happy for you guys.

[@ShepStevVidEOs]

The whole time they were unpacking the isopods, I thought they were talking about their macaw and the Star Wars character Han Solo.

[@ashleemaziarz200]

same🤣🤣

[@zemthegamer6489]

Hahaha 🤣

[@crypticaldem0n551]

Okay the fact your putting sanitary boxes in the men's restroom too warmed my heart

[@Black-Swan-007]

Putting menstrual products and trash bins in the men's restroom has me lost for words. I'm not someone who uses the men's restroom but I know people who do who also menstruate and this is so important for them! Thank you, thank you, thank you both for being so inclusive!

[@snakewithapen5489]

I know I was just coming to say this! They're really so thoughtful :)

[@jessicac.226]

I was looking for this comment! Such a simple inclusive action and I love it!

[@its_just_seb]

I was thinking the exact same thing, it's really touching to see people make an effort to accommodate everyone, especially because it's not really seen as "important" by a lot of people

[@BlueEyedRaven_]

Yeah exactly, not many people might use it but for those few that do need it, it can make a world of difference. It's such a small thing to do aswell, shame not many places put these things up everywhere. Like how not every mans bathroom has a baby changing station either.

[@cyn379]

Absolutely amazing

[@devongrace2267]

I’m so glad that y’all are installing the sanitary napkin holders in the men’s room as well! As some men do have periods and would benefit from having those. Love y’all so much!

[@josie655]

I was there yesterday with my fiancé and mom and we loved it! I honestly teared up knowing how much hard work went into it all. We spotted you two and our day was completely made. The zoo is wonderful, great job you guys. We are all so proud!

[@meredithnavin1358]

"I forgot to get sanitary napkin holders for the men's room" You ARE THE ABSOLUTE BEST.

[@jvseventeen]

Agreed!! That's such a sweet thing to do, that they absolutely didn't have to do, but 100% I wouldn't expect anything else from them.

[@xxTamisxx]

I love how Emily is keeping us updated on the zoo! Great work guys.

[@FreakingPlane]

Yeah!

[@somtimbbys8]

you literally have the coolest, sweetest staff members ever! i love that you guys are the type of employers to let them look however the want at work😊(awesome makeup, dyed hair etc.)

[@shmoogaly]

Went to the zoo last week with my family and it looks absolutely marvelous. You guys are amazing 👏

[@leochild6644]

"I'm not a stick, I'm a tree now." That made my day!!!

[@brandonhaygood6824]

Who cares

[@海草猫]

Anyone else about to binge watch every facility update from the very beginning? 😁 I'm so happy for you guys!!!!! This place is definitely going on the top of my bucket list for if I ever go to the States! Lots of love from Australia ❤️

[@missbootoyoutoo77]

Same

[@bird2324]

you guys have absolutely no idea how amazing it is to see how much you support everyone and are so accommodating.

[@StephKyriacou8]

As a trans man who is a massive fan of your channel, it truly warmed my heart to hear you talk about installing sanitary bins in the men’s toilets as well as the women’s. Thank you for showing how easy it is to be inclusive of trans people!

[@sallytheuselessbird]

Was it the mens room?

[@WolfanTerror]

@Red Fern Finch In the video it wasn't, but they mentioned forgetting to order a sanitary bin for the men's toilets, so clearly the intend to put one in there

[@andreil1313]

Periods apart, I don’t understand why there aren’t bins in the men’s bathrooms 😂

[@niveusnimbus]

@@andreil1313 in some places I used to work at there weren't even bins in the women's or mixed/unisex bathrooms either. It was awkward to say the least.

[@faunatide]

@@niveusnimbus not even in the women's? wtf, do they just expect people to carry used sanitary products in their pockets?? 💀

[@amiaswolfgang]

Putting period products in the men's and women's restroom was such a nice move! It's the little things like not assuming the only people who'd use period products are the same people who would only use the women's bathroom that make facilities trans-friendly.

[@amiaswolfgang]

@@winterlyss7267 There is literally a whole segment of the video where they talk about setting up access to period product disposal in both restrooms. It's not hard to miss if you're paying attention.

[@amiaswolfgang]

@@winterlyss7267 Might as well delete your comments here then and leave me alone, thanks

[@winterlyss7267]

@@amiaswolfgang I didn't mean to come off as rude sorry! just kinda sounded rude with the "not hard to miss" part so I kind of just had to tell you why I missed it-

[@dusky6484]

Snake Discovery is really out here showing just how easy it is to be inclusive of trans people. Yall are fantastic.

[@dev3935]

ikr i checked out their merch and the trans tee is everything

[@Citrishark]

Love that Kim named her blue-eyed Lucy "Kaiba". She has her blue-eyes white dragon. Now she needs two more to complete the reference.

[@renatlia4077]

Absolutely! I’ve been scrolling for a few minutes now looking for a comment about Kaiba, and you’re the first I’ve come across. I paused as soon as she said that in order to see if anyone else is praising the excellence.

[@ellylemmons]

It was a tiny part of the video out I really appreciate the inclusivity you guys are giving to your zoo by just putting sanitary napkin dispensers in the men's room too. Love all that you guys do

[@lilydrawsart5756]

Hayley is genuinely so kind- im getting more rats here in the next month ish, but my last 2 were from snake discovery. She hooked me up with my dream rats!

[@keiyakins]

5:03 - the Hurricane Andrew thing is probably a myth. That breeding facility certainly didn't help, but their distribution doesn't fit that being the only source for Burmese pythons in the Everglades. It's likely that escaped or abandoned pets had been breeding further south for years, and they hit the point in exponential growth where the population exploded right around the same time.

[@DrCheryl.2015]

I teared up a bit at hearing you are planning on putting sanitary napkin holders in the men's restroom. Such an easy thing to increase inclusivity that would so often be missed. You guys rock.

[@freddie488]

I am so pleased and proud of you guys. You have had so much crap thrown at you and you've dug in and kept on. You're an inspiration, not just for the care you give the animals, but what grit and determination can do. I wish you both all the luck in the world!

[@ChambersBunch]

YOU GOT THIS EMILY, ED and STAFF. Congratulations on your grand opening you deserve this and soon all your hard work will pay off

[@joellejlm]

Love that you said you're getting sanitary napkin disposal for the men's room 💕

[@missdann]

Watching this whole journey has made me excited for my own future endeavors, thank you for the updates!

[@hopeadler507]

Hell ya got the rat expert! I have pet rats and love seeing an expert who knows their stuff in a pet store!!! Super happy.

[@najwaaaamira]

Ed: "i feel so loved" Emily: "you are loved! :)" that. is. just.. adorable

[@paigelego4027]

8:00 Kaiba the blue eyes white python… I see you have the heart of the cards 😎

[@outofcreativity8478]

Emily: Thanks to Cheyenne Me: Wait how did the macaw help them with isopods?

[@apss5736]

same.

[@kaylawolfie1111]

Yea that threw me as well.

[@khills]

That EVA foam is really great to use in kitchens instead of fatigue mats. We just have an entire anti-fatigue kitchen floor instead. (And dojo/home gym.)

[@XxShade_FrostxX]

A cool thing to add to your shop and the zoo would be brail labels on the bathrooms and the enclosures for those blind kids who want to learn more about reptiles.

[@StonedtotheBones13]

And make sure it's standardized where it's placed if possible. Esp emergency signs if not done already

[@jakobervorhood]

I was so here for the whole journey. I hope there will be a lot more of facility content coming in the future. you were my quarantine buddys and inspire me a lot to go for my dreams. thank you so much for sharing. best wishes for grand opening from germany.

[@pappanalab]

*GASP* you're putting them in the men's rooms too! I can't describe the happiness I feel right now at your consideration of trans men! :D

[@realism_logic]

Love meeting all the employees! They seem very kind :D

[@anndownsouth5070]

It is a bit weird to watch this video now since we have already seen the opening video, but knowing everything worked out is good. I also love the new banner as it features my two favorite Snake Discovery reptiles, Ally and Rex. 💞💞💞

[@hugglesnhooks]

When ed said I feel loved and emily said you are loved my heart skipped a beat that was so cute

[@Smile-dm6yu]

There's so many things to appreciate. All of staff seem super nice but I love Haley's black and white makeup theme, the fact that they are putting the 'sanitary holders' in the mens restroom (do mens restroom normally have those? idk), the attention to detail with the alligator feet on the wall when maybe 2 people would say "hey, they don't walk like that". Also, did not think there would be venomous snakes. Hopefully there's a video on that lmao

[@yesterdaydream]

I loved that makeup too!

[@robyndwyer]

so happy you said you are putting boxes for period products in the men's washroom!!

[@mental_r0bot459]

mens rooms SHOULD have those though, if I understood correctly you guys plan on doing that which is good!

[@renl4123]

They are going to put them in the mens restrooms in addition to the baby changing tables that are already there 😂

[@spongiformencephalitis]

@@renl4123 what's funny about that?

[@endieisded]

@@renl4123 I wish that was the standard honestly

[@StonedtotheBones13]

Honestly, agreed. I've heard too many stories of men being asked to get sanitary products and being clueless or unable to. Can't help with clueless but heck, if you're a dad with a cis girl, it would really suck to cut the trip to the zoo short bc couldn't find sanitary products/forgot them, etc.

[@Gameryukii]

I remember when you were making small little care videos and we didn’t know what Ed looked like. You guys have grown from a small channel to CEO’s and that’s such an inspiring accomplishment! Really proves that you can make your dream a successful career if you stick to it and enjoy what you’re doing 🥳 I just know this facility will be a success and I can’t wait to visit one day and see all the animals I’ve been watching grow with y’all on your channel

[@MAMACMONT]

The look on Ed’s face when he saw the rubber duckies! Totally awesome!

[@MsTwissy]

I was there earlier today! Got a very nice video of Ed freaking out trying to get the jolly ball off the hook while Rex advanced. Wow Thats an amazing zoo. My favorites were the blue tarantula, the scorpion, the red sided garters, the tiger salamander who bum rushed me, and of course Rex

[@GalaxyDewDrop]

Awh I'm going to miss these.... It's been fun seeing all the behind the scenes and the crew! Wish I could visit but I'm so far away :(

[@WatchingCr33py]

yeah same, on the wrong continent

[@mylifeisameme9408]

samee

[@Tier1216]

nawwww, Ed was so happy with the surprise rubber duckies! They're so cute too, thanks for sharing

[@raine414]

I love how far you guys came with the zoo! You guys are doing great, keep up the good work!!!!

[@spaceorc1397]

Thank you so much for adding sanitary napkin holders to the men's room!!!

[@crispfella7787]

I had such a fun time visiting the facility during grand opening weekend! Me and my cousin went, It was really busy but it didn't take away from the amazing experience! I'm glad that I don't live to far away, so I can visit again!

[@angel22893]

You two are such an inspiration. Hope it all went well. I’m sure even if there were a couple of things that weren’t quite ready, it didn’t spoil it for you. xx

[@Vickie-Bligh]

Congratulations on opening the zoo. It should be a huge success. I have an ask. When you put text on the screen, let it be up for longer than a frame or two. My old eyes can't read it and I feel I'm missing out on the full impact of your videos. I love what you put for 'responses' from the various animals and it's so enjoyable, when I can read them. Thanks.

[@willowstream646skye]

*sobs* in the men's room too omg I love you guys so much. That's so sweet and good ;-; thamk

[@FireFlamberge]

Kim, I see you naming your Blue-eyed Lucy “Kaiba” *winks and nudges*

[@kimberlyseifert721]

Ty, ty, I'll be here all week 😏

[@Holliver13]

You should paint the footprints with glow in the dark paint or a coating of some kind so the sun charges them up during the day then the footprints will glow at night to show where to go if its dark whilst still open

[@jaysey7666]

I love the "Doesnt work here just loiters, we cant get rid of him" cause honestly such a mood if i could be there id be the same - sadly im in germany so yeah

[@StonedtotheBones13]

Honestly once I'd seen everyone, I'd prob wanna go take care of all the animals. That I am capable of, bc as adorable as they are, Rex and Justin Timbersnake are still well equipped to do some damage

[@klassmedia1399]

I discovered this channel today guys! I have been watching all afternoon with such big and genuine smiles on my face looking at the animals and also the handling and care that Ed and Emily are putting in. I am in love I swear. I want to see the Australian Tree frog again and I feel like I must go to your zoo at some point! Much love from Trinidad everybody!

[@KrissyMeow]

This is so awesome to see. Everyone has worked so damn hard and now you get to finally enjoy what you worked so long for! Congratulations again!

[@aliblue3605]

Those signs are awsome, you both and other workers who worked on the facility did awsome job. Emily’s excited of the isopods are so funny. Cool to meet the employees and love these videos.

[@SIRO_GLYDER]

When you were doing the isopod part I was thinking ‘they would really love rubber duckies’ and a second later she surprised him with rubber duckies

[@karencostanzo2906]

Flew fromNJ to MN to see the zoo - and it was worth it!! Emily & Ed are just as nice in person as on video - thanks for making my kids first trip memorable!

[@emysue1992]

Its cool your putting sanitary napkin holders in the men's room.....inclusive bathrooms for the win 👊

[@kaviyn_da_king4020]

Ok but all of your employees look SO SWEET AND AWESOME.

[@seanathanbeanathan]

The casual trans inclusivity genuinely makes me so happy. Thank you! -A transmasc nonbinary person

[@FranticYak]

I can't with the captions they added for the gnome, lol. What an awesome pleasure it's been following everyone along on this journey.

[@GrapeKioshi]

"I've got a venomous reptile here." Wait. Can we talk about that for a second?

[@shestewa6581]

I KNOW. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT WAS IN THE BOX. Maybe a what’s it called? That lumpy lizard thing that they had in the M Toxins video?

[@GrapeKioshi]

@@shestewa6581 I was thinking maybe a Gila Monster or Beaded Lizard. But I also remember Emily talking about wanting to potentially have rattlesnakes on display, so maybe one of those?

[@TheLuXiius]

IKR? I've been wondering if they would have any hot snakes, so that really makes me curious.

[@cassievalerio3007]

@@TheLuXiius i know they mentioned getting a hot specie in the past for the zoo. Maybe.

[@MixR700]

Pretty sure she specifically said "venomous snake" too, not just reptile which is even more interesting because they said they were getting a Gila Monster, but.... that's not a snake...

[@ashleymarie6585]

I just absolutely love watching how genuinely happy they get over ... bugs 😂❤️ so wholesome

[@ashleemaziarz200]

i’m going to miss these facility updates 🥺 it’s been so much fun watching you guys build something amazing❤️❤️ hopefully i’ll be able to visit someday!

[@zebraloverbridget]

No one is mentioning how you're adding sanitary trash cans in both bathrooms which is just a great thing to do! Even if it seems like you didn't originally think to do it. Another awesome addition would be to add a little thing of tampons and pads to both bathrooms too. Whether it is just a box where anyone can take one if needed, or one of those little quarter operated ones. One other thing you could do for accessibility is to offer people access to the classroom or another area when it is in use on a need basis. Basically, they'd have to ask to get in, but don't need to give a reason. It would be helpful for people breastfeeding as well as disabilities that cause sensory issues as well as for people with other disabilities. Personally my body freaks out and treats standing up like a marathon, so places where you stand up the entire time can be hard and even more so when it is warm inside. My blood pressure also drops over time while standing which can be dangerous. Any place that has a kind of private room is amazing as I get to lie down flat to get blood pressure back up without people staring at me

[@IISheireenII]

Emily, don't forget that not everyone is as tall as you. I think hanging the information cards that high is a bad idea, it would be really hard to read anything so high, espwcially for kids

[@moomoomilk9419]

Short people dont deserve to read the signs

[@ferndodd]

@@moomoomilk9419 apparently neither do wheelchair users

[@guy8646]

Some signs are high, some mid-level and some are low depending on the enclosure’s location. Some are quite low and you have to bend to read them. The arrangement feels completely reasonable. There’s no way every sign can be at the same height, and if they were, someone else would inevitably be left out.

[@StonedtotheBones13]

​​@@guy8646 this is true. I hope there are more options in the future, like audio tours like some ppl have mentioned. Like, to be clear SD is already going above and beyond, just smthn that may or may not be a good idea down the line

[@Xiporah]

1:55 That's a look of genuine joy.

[@justme0910]

Ed's reaction to the rubber duckies was adorable!

[@tracypickett6424]

Seeing the Zoo and Retail area growing and becoming what it is now has been such a fun and stressful journey, even as us just as viewers. I live in Michigan, but my boyfriend said one of these coming months we can try to make a trip to come visit the zoo! I've been a long time fan and am so excited to possibly meet you all!

[@funkylittlespacecowboy2372]

12:33 The fact that you're planning on putting them in the men's room too makes me very happy -Your local trans guy

[@gpauthor]

Good luck guys! I love how sweet you all are. I’m sure you’ll be fine

[@morgangobin9985]

The long journey finally nears it’s close…or in this case it’s opening! So amazing! 😂 On a completely unrelated note I watched my snake eat for the first time tonight-and by that I mean he eats regularly but I’d never stayed by the enclosure to watch him until now. It was such a bizarre experience! I’ve watched snakes eat dozens of times on this channel, but it’s so different when it’s your own pet. I didn’t expect there to be little noises, like his jaw and muscles working and him breathing/hissing around the rat.

[@Aemirys]

From half a world away in Australia I feel so invested in your zoo even though I know I'll never get to see it in person.

[@phirionwolf]

I love that you are putting sanitary napkin holders in the men’s room! It makes my heart happy how supportive and inclusive you guys are!

[@littleunboxings]

I love the staff introduction!!!

[@spicy_noodle7778]

I have loved this whole process through the videos !! :)

[@Bloomingsage]

Thank you for putting sanitary disposal bins in the men’s room ❤️

[@gd1965]

YAYYYYYY ITS FINALLY NEARLY DONE AFTER SOOO LONG IM SO EXITEDDDD

[@caminur]

I'm from Brazil and now I'm saving up to be able to travel to the US and meet your zoo with my cousin, love you guys ❤

[@akeepsakeforfantasies2790]

You know it's 3am and your last two braincells are exhausted when your legit thought about a bunch of donated isopods is "Emily's and Ed's pet parrot started a business? Good for her."

[@littlelollyp3704]

Hi Emily and Ed I’m really happy that I was able to find this Chanel I am really happy that you are helping people and guiding them to treat their reptiles right as a new snake owner I’m glad I got one since you have a lot of snakes including some royal pythons the same snake species as mine her name is Chloe (like your snapping turtle) and she is a pastel morph only 6 months old

[@carmineknight9123]

BLESS YOU for working on getting sanitary napkin holders in the men's room too 😭😭😭❤❤❤

[@Creekersqueaker]

Oh my GOSHHHHHH! It is so amazing to see how far you all have come!