Should I get a burm?

[ericswan_1]

I'm thinking of getting an Albino Burm. I know how big they get and how much they eat and suff. i'm not new to snakes just snakes this big. my neibor has 3 burms 2 redtails My wife and i love his albino burm and we are thinking of getting one. we have two kids a 2year old and a 6 year old that are not afraid of anything. we are familliar with the care and stuff but just not sure with the kids if we should get one right now or wait till the kids are bigger. how are there temperments if raised from a hatchling. we have 17 snakes now and 6 are balls. what would be your info on these beautiful giants.

Thanks

Eric

[FIEND_FO_LYFE]

BIG SNAKE, WITH TONS OF CARE.
its a whole new ball game with giants.
no redtail, or carpet python could compair.
its alot of work, and i wouldnt reccommend it, UNLESS you went to a friends house, and took care of it yourself, for a while.
expect a 20 foot snake, even though the odds are less. never expect a small one.

my friend did that, and his girl is over 20 ft now.

SKETCHY. lol

[rynpckrd]

From the sound of things, you're already well aware of what you're getting into and even more so, you've actually witnessed how big they can get and the amount of work it takes to take care of one.

Personally, I do not own a Burmese python. However, being that your kids are as young as they are, I wouldn't want it to be one of the snakes they handle for a long time, or at least, once it becomes bigger than they currently are.

Obviously, common sense is a factor - it always is - and it definitely sounds like you have plenty of it. I think with constant research and anticipation of what to expect as it continues to grow will help you greatly, not to mention, the input from the limitless source of information that this message-board is composed of.

[CoolioTiffany]

If you've done your research, and know what to expect (these snakes can get pretty big really fast..), then I would say go for it. These snakes do take a lot of work to care for, rather than a small snake like a Corn or a Ball. To take proper care for this snake, it would be costly when it gets to be over 10 ft. because you will need larger sized food, a large enclosure, and all the items it needs to keep it alive and well. I do know some things about Burms, since I've researched many snakes, and to me it seems like something I couldn't handle even if I was a lot older.

As for your kids, if you do happen to get the snake now make sure the enclosure would be completely secured and the snake is unable to get out. I would start out with a baby Burm, though. When this snake starts to get over 6 feet, make sure your kids don't try to get into the cage or anything. And always be there if the kids wanted to handle the snake. Some of the most unexpected things could happen, even with a really tame snake.

[BiggBaddWolf]

If you have to ask strangers on a forum I would have to say NO!!!!

[ericswan_1]

Thanks to all for your reply. CoolioTiffany the kids are my biggest concern of course. my son is very curious and they are firmly told they cant handle the snakes with out mom or dad around, but the 2 year old mind doesn't care sometimes. my 2 largest ball tanks are actuall screwed shutt. just for that reason and they are only 1300g and 1600g. (small for what we are talking about). if i did get one though i would house it in my reloading shed. very well insulated and heated and cooled year around and the door locks very well. so the room and the kids getting to it by means of insubordination is not a big worry, just how are they are when the snake is out being handled uno.


I'm not asking if you think i should go right out and get one as much as im wanting info on the temperment and such. besides whats the forum for but to ask a bunch of stranger Questions. am I not right?


Thanks
Eric

[CTReptileRescue]

If you have to ask strangers on a forum I would have to say NO!!!!

HHHMMM really?
And this is coming from someone who has constant calls on Large Boids.
I have allot of experience with many large boids.. (Burms, Rocks, Retics, Condas, Amethystine.....

If you are a responsible owner then that is what matters..
I know there are all these horrific stories in the press at this point...
But it all comes down to responsible Ownership.

Please do not get my statement wrong, Large boids are not easy and will require a large space and allot of husbandry skills.

If there is a private individual out there who can responsibly care for a large boid then so be it...
Who are you to judge?

I do not know this original poster, I am just trying to have folks see both sides..

All I can contribute is knowledge, I have seen no reason why the poster wouldn't care for said animal only on the basis of asking for help. (Isn't that the reason we are all here?)
Keep an open mind
Rusty

[ericswan_1]

rynpckrd

how is the temperment of your red tail. ive been told they are great and my buddies seem good.

Thanks for your reply also, I appriciate the respectfull reply of someone on these forums such as yours.

Eric

[ericswan_1]

thanks Rusty

That is my thoughts also was just wanting a little help and info. figured I could get it here!!!! didn't think my ? was that outa line.

Eric

[CTReptileRescue]

rynpckrd

how is the temperment of your red tail. ive been told they are great and my buddies seem good.

Thanks for your reply also, I appriciate the respectfull reply of someone on these forums such as yours.

Eric

Ok, Now I want to chime in a bit

I am not fully understanding the comment about "buddies".. That can easily change the course of husbandry you may be taking, (IMO).
Please clarify the "buddy" aspect
Rusty