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Are they really good for beginners?
I'm still debating on if I want a BP. A lot of people say they are a more intermediate level snake rather than beginner. Is this really true?
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Re: Are they really good for beginners?
They were my first snake, and I've had no problems thus far. Just follow the care sheets provided on this site and you should be just fine.
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My first snake was a ball python & I think they are great beginner snakes. I haven't had too much trouble with him at all, been a great eater & never given me any troubles. And now I have 2 bp's!
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I usually don't recommend them as first snakes to most people. It depends on the person.
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Re: Are they really good for beginners?
Originally Posted by bsavage
They were my first snake, and I've had no problems thus far. Just follow the care sheets provided on this site and you should be just fine.
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I feel they are a great first snake! My 10 year old son has one that he takes care of completely! I do watch over. But, he knows two feed him every other weekend and he handles him daily.
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Re: Are they really good for beginners?
bp normal was my first and now i have 5!!! lol
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What you need to do if fine a breeder and sit down and talk to them about. Breeder might be able to help with you with your answer. Not a pet store they dont crap most of the time. Nothing agains them.
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Re: Are they really good for beginners?
Originally Posted by bsavage
They were my first snake, and I've had no problems thus far. Just follow the care sheets provided on this site and you should be just fine.
Same here. I've only had my BP for a month or so now and he has been no problems at all. It all depends on the person and the snake or the combination of both. I am very pleased that I chose a ball python as my first snake.
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The biggest reason people say BPs aren't good starters is if you get a picky eater..this can scare new owners who don't know if their snake is ok or not or is going to starve! Our vet said someone force fed their ball every meal...All because he missed one feeding when he got him!
As long as you listen to advice from people who have owned them..buy from a good breeder, know the animal you are buying..and of course make sure it's healthy when you buy it..You'll be fine!
Our first snake was a ball python..She was wild caught and came with ticks, scars, and RI! It was a rough start, but it was well worth it, and even with her illnesses she is still one of the easiest pets we care for! With no prior snake experience we were able to handle it with the help of people on forums like this one and since we got her better...easy!
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