new NC snake law

[aaramire]

he once found a 20 ft python under a house........yeah right

He supposedly found the skin of a 20 foot snake, but we all know skin streches... and I have seen some HUGE black rats snakes out here....

[West Coast Jungle]

I understand that and I agree that it is not as bad as it could be. I am just frustrated with the supposed facts in the article, and the way that people think about things like this in general. Its frustrating that we do all we can to keep our animals the way they should be, and then because of a few dumb people, we all have to pay for it.

Agreed the article is full of bogus facts. Jake the snake, Alice Cooper, um that was like 20 years ago? Real up to date research

[aaramire]

Hahaha yeah... not so much... and did you know burms can survive the 15 degree winters??

[llovelace]

Well I am just not happy reading what the snake removal guy said, there was no reason the euthanize that ball python. I sent him a letter.

[aaramire]

Well I am just not happy reading what the snake removal guy said, there was no reason the euthanize that ball python. I sent him a letter.

I agree, I read that and thought haven't you heard of adoption?? Just ridiculous.

[mainbutter]

You support it? What about your fellow keepers like myself who own "giant" constrictors? This is just the beginning, next it will be any snake, or they will start banning.....

I haven't read the law, but am going on what west coast jungle said

I support keepers being liable if their animals escape, be it snakes, dogs, horses, or any other creatures.

[ChristinaP]

I don't see anything wrong with it. I have all 3 of my snakes in a viv with a locking lid, and on top of that, my ball has 4 books which totals roughly 15 pounds. To me, it's making snake owners responsible for their snakes. The same as any other animal. For example your doggie gets loose, you are responsible for bites or yard damage done by said dog. I support it. Although I do think some of the facts are a bit over the top. I would like to see a snake eat a German Shephard (not really but something in comparison) and I'm not sure ab out the 20ft python surviving the winter (stupid question, do pythons even hybernate since they're not native to cold winters?)

[hud556]

I agree with educating potential large python owners. I agree with holding the keeper responsible for escapes of potentialy dangerous animals. But I dont agree with the legislation just my opinion.

[Clear]

This law is a great law and should be in place in every state. It will help against the fight for banning all snakes. Also what responsible snake keeper doesnt keep there snakes in secure enclosures? I dont want my babies escaping and getting hurt, how about you?

[Skiploder]

I found this article this morning and I am completely furious. I did not even know this type of legislation was being considered in my state, and I find the whole article to be ridiculous and completely untruthful. I am incensed right now!

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/bre...ry/825961.html

Furious?

Call USARK - they helped pen this one..........

Did you even read the legislation?

Who gives a rip about the article? It will be gone and forgotten before this thread dies.

The legislation is what matters. It was done with the involvement of the reptile community. Even if you had no idea that the legislation was being enacted, I cannot see where a responsible reptile keeper could argue with it.