convince me? - Page 3

Hurrok · 02-26-13, 09:26 PM

I'm going to have to agree with most people here.

I know what it's like to see a sweet snake that's new and exciting. BUT you did the right think and asked for personal experience and such. But you should also look up as much information as possible on the net, on multiple sites. How big they get, what is their temperament like, housing requirements etc. If you can accommodate and handle what you've researched then go for it.

Almost every snake that gets handled often (especially as little youngsters) are going to tame out. But that doesn't mean that it's not going to be a challenge at first. It's going to take time, patience and more patience. My advice to you is to really make sure that it is the right choice and that you are truly willing to take the time towards any snake. This isn't for your sake but for the snake, that's what it comes down to in the end.

Gravelanche · 02-26-13, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Hurrok

I'm going to have to agree with most people here.

I know what it's like to see a sweet snake that's new and exciting. BUT you did the right think and asked for personal experience and such. But you should also look up as much information as possible on the net, on multiple sites. How big they get, what is their temperament like, housing requirements etc. If you can accommodate and handle what you've researched then go for it.

Almost every snake that gets handled often (especially as little youngsters) are going to tame out. But that doesn't mean that it's not going to be a challenge at first. It's going to take time, patience and more patience. My advice to you is to really make sure that it is the right choice and that you are truly willing to take the time towards any snake. This isn't for your sake but for the snake, that's what it comes down to in the end.

yeah man, no worries, intended on doing the research, however the personal warnings have been taken to heart for the time being. i had a feeling the bloods were going to be something for down the line, it was just the fact that one popped up on kijiji nearby. The kijiji in my area is very limited and im lucky to see more than a BP on any given day.

poison123 · 02-26-13, 09:31 PM

People are saying that the op should do research before getting the animal what do you think hes doing? This is the web and imo talking to somebody with personal experience it 100x better then reading a damn care sheet.

Hurrok · 02-26-13, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Gravelanche

yeah man, no worries, intended on doing the research, however the personal warnings have been taken to heart for the time being. i had a feeling the bloods were going to be something for down the line, it was just the fact that one popped up on kijiji nearby. The kijiji in my area is very limited and im lucky to see more than a BP on any given day.

Yeah and it was the right thing to do though, plus it is good to get it from personal experiences which I'm sure other people may help you out.

Haha, I know what you mean. Ball pythons are decently plenty but most are normals or something that's over 2 grand.

The best place to get a snake in my experience is getting one at an expo. You can check out multiple of the same species and see different morphs. Most importantly you can handle them and get a feel for them. I don't like buying something unless I've seen them in person and have done that. Plus most breeders are more that willing to help you out with getting started and giving you information.

Expos are dangerous though....you may end up with a few snakes!

Gravelanche · 02-26-13, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Hurrok

Yeah and it was the right thing to do though, plus it is good to get it from personal experiences which I'm sure other people may help you out.

Haha, I know what you mean. Ball pythons are decently plenty but most are normals or something that's over 2 grand.

The best place to get a snake in my experience is getting one at an expo. You can check out multiple of the same species and see different morphs. Most importantly you can handle them and get a feel for them. I don't like buying something unless I've seen them in person and have done that. Plus most breeders are more that willing to help you out with getting started and giving you information.

Expos are dangerous though....you may end up with a few snakes!

heh yeah, and i have a shopping list a mile long at the moment, i have 2 tanks ready to go for something simple, if i go with snakes probably a garter or a juve of something bigger, but more than likely im going to go with my gecko plan

unknownclown · 03-28-13, 04:55 AM

Here is my take on them... They can be bitey and really hit hard, they can get ri very easily if not kept at the right temps, they require high humidity and still have a hard time shedding in one clean go. Mine also from time to time have a hard time passing urates which makes them feel as though they have gravel in their bellies and if your fiesty little snakey doesn't like to be handled your really setting yourself up for some fun, you'll have to soak it and squeeze them out yourself.
Despite their attitude they aren't mean just very nervous so this isn't gonna be a snake that you get to walk around with it on your shoulders to show off as some people do.
That being said they are still my favorites they are gorgeous and demand respect.