Is bp breeding a good idea

If the direct question you are asking is "Should I breed?", based on the info you have given, I would say not at this time. I agree with the majority vote here. The health of your current snakes is paramount and the task/business of breeding shouldn't be taken lightly. Even if you are planning on breeding one clutch at a time, you'll have to consider so many factor like what to do with the ones that don't sell, how to house them all, feeding, care, space, time, etc..

Have you considered taking a part time job or volunteering for a near by breeder so you can get first hand experience on what it takes to breed? That would be some invaluable experience and it would definitely let you know if breeding is for you. Good luck..

Thanks for your response I meant to say that should I eventually breed after my snake gets healthy and gets up to 1500 grams srry this is my first thread I really messed up the whole point was to ask if I should breed when my bp was ok and got up to size it wasn't to criticize josh( he's a great breeder) and I know for a fact that she got it from the stress of coming to a new home and a new cage. This is why it's hard to say stuff on the internet because I'm talking to all of you through the internet not in person.

My advice, as a relative newbie, is do a LOT of research. Know everything there is to know about caring for these guys. Join forums and Facebook groups about ball pythons. Read old entries on the Fauna BOI to learn how not to handle bad situations that may pop up. You want to know these animals and this hobby backwards and forwards. And preferably have a job because these guys are going to be a money suck. Grow your girl up to proper weight and condition, and while you're doing that you can save up for whatever male you want to breed with her. And you'll also want to have an incubator ready ahead of time.

I would not breed her at this time. You need to take care of her health first and foremost...THEN research about breeding. Then, and only then, should you buy a male.

I know this isn't addressed yet, but you need to figure out how you will market the animals. I know for me, personally, I don't buy or sell to/from anyone that is under 18 years old. You may find a lot of people like that so it may be beneficial for you to mature a little as a person and then breed. I'm not saying you won't do things properly or anything of that nature. I just don't buy/sell to anyone less than 18.