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Black_Zodiac · I'm new here... Joined: 12 Jan 2006 Posts: 18

New to the form and new to snakes pretty much as well.

A bit back I came to the conclusion that I wanted a snake as pet. I've been doing *some* research and I've decided that I want a companionable snake, nothing over really 10ft in length. I thought that I would start with a baby, but "a baby what?".

I was wondering if anyone had any advice for a first snake....and could recommend a reputable breeder(s). Thanks
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Scott W · Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 3:55 pm Post subject:

Hi, welcome to the forums.

If you can be a little more specific or answer these questions, then I'm sure you'll get a few recommendations.

Max size?
Min size as adult?
Budget for animal?
Budget for set-up?
Do you wish to be able to hold it whenever you want?
Do you know any experianced keepers?
Are there any specialist shops near to you?

Good luck with whatever you choose, I'm sure you'll enjoy.
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Black_Zodiac · I'm new here... Joined: 12 Jan 2006 Posts: 18

Thanks for the warm welcome.

I was thinking as it will be my first snake...blood python, King Snake or a ball Python....sorry, I thought that I had mentioned that earlier. My bad.

As far as I can tell, neither species seems all that aggressive. Perhaps something that didn't exceed 10ft or so.

*Do you wish to be able to hold it whenever you want?*

Yes, I would....no, no specialist shops around here (at least none that I would trust with a grain of sand much less sell me a healthy baby snake.)

I haven't had the opportunity to meet any experieced handlers, which is why I decided to join a forum and research, "prior preperation" and all that.

Though at the moment, I do have a 50 gal tank waiting for a resident and furnishings, etc.

any advice would be wonderful and thanks again for the welcome.
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Stuart · Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 5:01 pm Post subject:

Hi and welcome..I personally wouldnt recommend bloods as a beginners snake..they are not as forgiving as some snakes and they wont tolerate "mistakes" in husbandry as well as some of the hardier species.A nice CB royal would be a good choice as long as its an established defrost feeder..some of the king snakes are stunning as display snakes and seldom do they pose problems with regard to feeding.

Black_Zodiac · I'm new here... Joined: 12 Jan 2006 Posts: 18

Scott W · Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 5:06 pm Post subject:

yep as Stuart say's a CB Ball Python that is feeding on defrost (make sure that's guaranteed!).

From your post I'm guessing your from the USA?
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Black_Zodiac · I'm new here... Joined: 12 Jan 2006 Posts: 18

Scott W · Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 5:19 pm Post subject:

lol.......don't worry, we won't hold it against you Wink

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Black_Zodiac · I'm new here... Joined: 12 Jan 2006 Posts: 18

lol...thanks....... Rolling Eyes

I think.

Anyways, I was just chatting on another forum and someone mentioned a corn snake. Do you know anything about their temperments?
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Scott W · Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 5:26 pm Post subject:

corn snakes are 100% suited to a beginner, great snakes, great color* varieties. Max size 5ft (few get a touch bigger, a lot stay 4ft). Easy to handle, not known for stubborn feeding habits either.

*UK members -see I can speak 2 languages....
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