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[icirrus-poke-breeder]

How expensive is it to breed Pokemon? Is it easier than just getting your pokemon from the wild?

Well, that question has a million different answers. It all depends on what Pokemon you want to breed, how many you breed at once and whether you sell them, release them or keep them.

The setup I have right now is fairly expensive, both to build and upkeep. I have special areas for mother Pokemon where they can have their young and special areas for the babies to grow. However, I offset this cost slightly by selling Pokemon to collectors and other breeders. The problem you'll find is that even if you plan on selling, you can't make back your investment even within the first year. It will likely take at least five years for a breeding operation to make its first profit, and even longer for it to bring in considerable funds.

I would suggest that if you want to breed Pokemon, you should start small. Get started with a single breeding pair and keep within one type. Don't cut corners, but look for bargains. Not every piece of equipment needs to be brand new and a lot of pokefood stores will offer bulk discounts if you're able to place a large order.

Is it easier than catching a Pokemon from the wild? I don't think it is. However, we don't breed pokemon for the same reason we catch them. So usually, it isn't a question of 'which is easier' it's a question of "which do I need to do?"

And that, I can't answer for you!

#pokemon ask blog #pokemon #pokemon breeder #ask and rp blog #unova

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

Hi! Glad to have you back!

Glad to be back! It was @living-in-the-pokemon-world who inspired me to return with their awesome posts! If you like my little blog, you'll love them!

#pokemon ask blog #pokemon #tagging

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

On Pokemon Hybrids

A popular trend among Pokemon breeders is to breed together two Pokemon of different species. These can make very attractive, striking and interesting Pokemon. It can even create some powerful Pokemon for battles. (Although some leagues have rules against cross-bred pokes. Always check beforehand!)

However, these crossbreeds are very rare? Why is that? Why aren't these types of pokemon everywhere if they're so cool? Well, for every pro, there is a con...

Depending on the Pokemon you choose to cross, there can be some serious health issues attatched to hybridized Pokemon. It takes a lot of research into the parent's health needs and breeding requirements to ensure that the offspring are born under the best possible conditions. Also, you won't know what features of each parent the young will have. Rather than setting up a growing environment for, say, a litter of Pichus, you'd have to plan for the care of Pichus as well as Meowth and you may not even use some of the supplies you prepare.

Not to mention that stillborn rates are almost doubled in hybrid Pokemon. Sometimes the genes just create something that can't survive.

So, is it worth it?

Is that Miltank/Charizard dream of yours worth pursuing? Is it worth the cost, risk and trial and error? You decide. Just make sure to put in the research and the effort and prepare to care for a hybrid Pokemon that may not have all of the cool features you expected.

(Also a quick note: it is much easier to cross breed Pokemon of similar species. Spearow and Pidgeot will have a higher chance of success than Dragonite and Linoone. So keep that in mind when choosing species' to cross.)

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

So, my Butterfree just had a massive clutch of eggs. I don't know how I'm gonna care for all the caterpies. What do you think i should do?

Well, I have good news. Caterpie are one of the easiest to care for Pokemon. (Which I assume you already know, unless you got your Butterfree at an older stage)

What I would recommend is to close off the area where the eggs are so that the Caterpies cannot leave it, because if there really are a lot of them, they can quickly get out of hand. Large amounts of Caterpies can give off a foul smell, so be aware of that and make sure to get some pokemon-friendly scents to freshen up the air if you have to.

The biggest problem I think you'll run into is feeding them. A single caterpie can eat hundreds of leaves a day, even devouring some that are twice their own size. I would definitely recommend buying some caterpie formula which can substitute some of the leaves they eat. (It is actually made from mostly leaves and some added vitamins and proteins, so its mostly just an easier to store and serve alternative. I do recommend fresh leaves as a staple diet, however)

You will probably do well to find some trainers who are looking for Caterpie, or seeing if they are willing to be released. Sometimes a Pokemon that is hatched in a trainers home will not want to leave, but it will definitely serve your wallet better if you are able to release or rehome as many as possible.

In the end, it's all down to you what you do with these eggs. If you enjoy the Butterfree line then these may be a blessing in disguise. I wish you all the best!

#pokemon ask blog #caterpie pokemon #butterfree #bug type #pokemon

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

O-O

Ok I'm back!

Sorry guys for disappearing on you! I am now ready to re-enter the Pokemon world!

I'm starting things off with an AMA, related to my work, Pokemon care and facts (particularly about breeding, but I'll take any topic) and my own Pokemon and life!

#pokemon #headcanon blog #pokemon ask blog #pokemon rp #ama open

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

O-O

Ok I'm back!

Sorry guys for disappearing on you! I am now ready to re-enter the Pokemon world!

I'm starting things off with an AMA, related to my work, Pokemon care and facts (particularly about breeding, but I'll take any topic) and my own Pokemon and life!

#pokemon #headcanon blog #ama open #pokemon ask blog #pokemon rp

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

Frostine is finally going to challenge a Gym Leeader! Sike Ft @dantelionwishes S Gym Leader Poppy

#me entering any gym

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

Hello, doctor! I am searching for a Gengar/Toxtricity fusion to aid me in my adventures!

That is an excellent choice, but I hope you're ready to deal with a boisterous Pokemon! As long as you can keep them entertained, you should be fine.

So, I was able to create two Pokemon for you to choose from and I've made some previews for what they are most likely to evolve into. I included both an amped and low-key variations. Keep in mind that these are simply approximations of evolution and may not be accurate.

Number one is brightest and the most mischievous so far. Straight out of the growth chamber, it stole my notes and tried to eat them. However, after I gave it some stimulating puzzles and toys, it calmed down.

This one is duller in color and seems to be more dependant on humans. It spent it's first few hours sitting on my lap, afraid to explore the lab. However, it does show high intelligence and logic.

Whichever Pokemon you choose, I'm sure you'll have a partner that will serve you well their entire life. Thank you for your request!

#reblog

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

H-hi! I'm wondering if you could do a gardevoir and diance fusion?

I'll admit, I was concerned at first when this request came in. Diancie is a mythical pokemon and not many people have seen it, let alone collected it's DNA. However, I called in some favors and was allowed to take a piece of crystal from a gem formation that is said to have been created by Diancie. If this proved true, then the mineral would contain the Pokemon's DNA.

I put the sample, as well as a gardevoir DNA sample, into my machines and then all there was to do was wait. And then, five days later, a single Pokemon had been formed.

Usually, I try to create about three Pokemon, so the new owner can choose their favorite, but Diancie's mythical genes disapeared after the first one had been formed. But I am very happy with how it looks:

Here is the Pokemon, along with what it may look like upon evolution. I provided the most likely result, although we never know. Since I used Gardevoir genes, it's unlikely that it has the ability to evolve into a more Gallade-like form, although that is always a possibility. It is calm and inquisitive in nature and seems to be above average intelligence. I really do hope you like your new Pokemon partner!

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

What type of clothing is best for working with pokemon? Like, what do you usually wear when doing a check up on a pokemon?

For check ups on non-aggressive Pokemon, this is my normal go-to outfit.

I am going to say it right now, what I wear is not nearly enough protection in most cases, I just don’t care about the odd scar or two, and prefer to be light on my feet instead of heavily protected.

Don’t wear flip-Flops, you will get your toes crushed, even if only by accident. Buy steel toe cap boots, they will save your feet.

if you have a lot of hair, tie it back, Pokemon can see it as a toy and try to “play” with attacks and general rowdiness, especially the young ones.

Make sure you wear stuff you can move around in real freely, you will be ducking, bending down, climbing and being generally active in this line of work.

I have a lab coat, but sometimes ditch it to blend into the crowd and not have to answer questions in super busy days. People don’t tend to pay much attention to you without it luckily. They are usually industry grade, meaning they can take a little bit more wear and tear, and you can buy them in both acid and fire retardant materials, if you specialise in those areas.

Gloves are a must have, you’ll need several different kinds for various tasks. I use robust thick garden style gloves for the prickly or bitey Pokemon. You can get rubber ones for electric types, fire proof for the dragon and fire types. Whatever it is you’re caring for, stock up on gloves. Especially if someone brings in a oozy, sick, mess of a Pokemon, you do not want snot all over your hands.

I use waders for water jobs, very practical and also good for working with poison types, as they resist acid damage a fair bit.

obviously gas masks and goggles for the spitters, the ones with potent spores or eye watering stink or poisons. It’s easy to overlook the obvious but I find there’s no 100% way to avoid being in the line of fire with check ups. You will get hurt, so always keep a well stocked first aid kit for yourself too.

What else. Good swimwear for the water types, though I don’t do that because deep water is not my thing. There’s not a lot you can do about ghost types other than prepare for their visit with cleanse tags and plenty of activities to keep them in one place and focused. Psychic types are usually scratchers or biters, so again, good strong thick gloves, same with dark types.

If anything, it’s more about who you have with you during an appointment. If you know someone’s coming in with a very difficult Blastoise, bring in a partner who can stun or otherwise subdue them. Grass or electric comes to mind, but you don’t want to seem a threat, so I tend to use normal types with taught moves to assist during the whole process. No one group fears normal type Pokemon too much so you can use them as assistants without spooking your guests.

I feel like I’m forgetting something.

OH! Sun cream, sun hat, whatever works for you. But if you’re outdoors don’t burn up, and drink lots of water.

be smart, be safe, be patient. You got this 👍

#reblog

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

Cross-bred Pokemon, or 'fusions' typically resemble their mother much closer than their father, but with some traits from the father carried over. However, you truly never know what you're going to get, so this is not a reliable basis for guessing what the eggs will hatch as.

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

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#say what you will #i think that all meowth are wonderful

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

On Pokemon Hybrids

A popular trend among Pokemon breeders is to breed together two Pokemon of different species. These can make very attractive, striking and interesting Pokemon. It can even create some powerful Pokemon for battles. (Although some leagues have rules against cross-bred pokes. Always check beforehand!)

However, these crossbreeds are very rare? Why is that? Why aren't these types of pokemon everywhere if they're so cool? Well, for every pro, there is a con...

Depending on the Pokemon you choose to cross, there can be some serious health issues attatched to hybridized Pokemon. It takes a lot of research into the parent's health needs and breeding requirements to ensure that the offspring are born under the best possible conditions. Also, you won't know what features of each parent the young will have. Rather than setting up a growing environment for, say, a litter of Pichus, you'd have to plan for the care of Pichus as well as Meowth and you may not even use some of the supplies you prepare.

Not to mention that stillborn rates are almost doubled in hybrid Pokemon. Sometimes the genes just create something that can't survive.

So, is it worth it?

Is that Miltank/Charizard dream of yours worth pursuing? Is it worth the cost, risk and trial and error? You decide. Just make sure to put in the research and the effort and prepare to care for a hybrid Pokemon that may not have all of the cool features you expected.

(Also a quick note: it is much easier to cross breed Pokemon of similar species. Spearow and Pidgeot will have a higher chance of success than Dragonite and Linoone. So keep that in mind when choosing species' to cross.)

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

Meet the Muse!

Name: Katherine

Age: 26

Likes: Rare Pokemon, reptile and amphibian Pokemon, rain, mud, flowers

Dislikes: Irresponsible people, travel

Pokemon:

Perseus - Serperior. 'Perseus is my closest partner and he was my first Pokemon. He is erythristic and although it isn't obvious in his colors, it helped jump-start my love for genetics and breeding Pokemon.'

Snowfall - Seismitoad. 'I have caught a lot of Tympole in my life, searching for unique varieties. Snowfall was the first albino Pokemon I had ever seen. Of course, I had to catch her and add her to my team and her maternal nature is very useful around the hatchery.'

Bandit - Toxicroak. 'Bandit is not a Dark-Toxicroak. He just has a high amount of melanin in his skin, making it a darker pigment. Younger trainers think he is cool and often ask if he knows any special moves. He's very popular.'

Squishy - Quagsire. 'Squishy is a completely ordinary Quagsire, but that doesn't mean she isn't special. Rarer coloration can't really improve perfection, now can it? She is the best snuggle-buddy and a good breeder, giving me many healthy and large clutches of eggs.'

Scratch - Linoone. 'Scratch used to belong to my father, who worked in Hoenn. After an accident, my father was unable to work anymore and came home. He couldn't take care of Scratch, so I took him in. He's an old, but good Pokemon and I'm happy to give him a retirement home after serving my father for so long.'

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

I've actually spoken with other breeders on ways to formulate a more efficient shiny breeding strategy that doesn't produce hundreds of extra pokemon.

If you breed a shiny, the chances of them producing another shiny is increased, HOWEVER, it isn't increased enough to significantly lessen the amount of wasteful breeding.

Something I see breeders doing is buying shinies (for outrageous prices btw) and using them as their main breeders. They were planning on breeding and selling these Pokemon anyway, but now they've heightened their chances of getting that coveted shiny.

Oh, not to mention second generation shinies are said to have even higher chances of producing shinies and although research is few and far between, we could assume that the more shiny blood a Pokemon has, the more likely they are to produce shiny offspring and-

Oh my... I was rambling wasn't I?

Well, you get the idea! Responsible breeders are working on making shiny Pokemon more available and easier to produce.

hey, professor peach! i dont know if youve answered this ask before, but what are your thoughts on shiny hunting? do you find it unethical?

Shiny hunting itself is not something I look at as bad. You go out, you wait around a load, you eventually find that one in, whatever it is, 6000+. It’s shiny breeding I usually have an issue with. It takes potentially hundreds of eggs, and leaves a single trainer with a ridiculous amount of one Pokemon. Are they going to care for all of them? No, they tend to either send them to us professors, leaving us to redistribute them to their native habitat, and not in huge numbers to avoid an imbalance in the ecosystem. If not that, they release them around wherever they’re shiny hatching, which is often not where the Pokemon that hatched belongs to survive and thrive. It causes a lot of issue in the environment, and in the paperwork.

finding one wild is a bit different, they have been bred randomly, no clutches of hundreds of non-shiny eggs, just that one off chance in a normal sized family unit to whatever Pokemon it may have come from.

#reblog

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

Cross-bred Pokemon, or 'fusions' typically resemble their mother much closer than their father, but with some traits from the father carried over. However, you truly never know what you're going to get, so this is not a reliable basis for guessing what the eggs will hatch as.

#pokemon headcanons #pokemon fusion #pokemon hybrid #pokemon breeder #pokemon cross breed

[icirrus-poke-breeder]

On Pokemon Hybrids

A popular trend among Pokemon breeders is to breed together two Pokemon of different species. These can make very attractive, striking and interesting Pokemon. It can even create some powerful Pokemon for battles. (Although some leagues have rules against cross-bred pokes. Always check beforehand!)

However, these crossbreeds are very rare? Why is that? Why aren't these types of pokemon everywhere if they're so cool? Well, for every pro, there is a con...

Depending on the Pokemon you choose to cross, there can be some serious health issues attatched to hybridized Pokemon. It takes a lot of research into the parent's health needs and breeding requirements to ensure that the offspring are born under the best possible conditions. Also, you won't know what features of each parent the young will have. Rather than setting up a growing environment for, say, a litter of Pichus, you'd have to plan for the care of Pichus as well as Meowth and you may not even use some of the supplies you prepare.

Not to mention that stillborn rates are almost doubled in hybrid Pokemon. Sometimes the genes just create something that can't survive.

So, is it worth it?

Is that Miltank/Charizard dream of yours worth pursuing? Is it worth the cost, risk and trial and error? You decide. Just make sure to put in the research and the effort and prepare to care for a hybrid Pokemon that may not have all of the cool features you expected.

(Also a quick note: it is much easier to cross breed Pokemon of similar species. Spearow and Pidgeot will have a higher chance of success than Dragonite and Linoone. So keep that in mind when choosing species' to cross.)