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[sabrinaM]

hi my name is sabrina i am new to forums so im not sure how to use them. i have been wanting a ball python for years and have decided i am going to get one., a few people i know have them and i love there personality. so im looking for any tips or information that can help. i dont want to jump in blind.

[The Serpent Merchant]

Welcome to the site!

I suggest that you start by reading these 2 threads:

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...ius)-Caresheet

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...t-Thermometers

If you have any questions feel free to ask.

[OzarkPythons]

Well, what kind of budget for caging and supplies do you have?

My first suggestion, if youre going to keep it in an aquarium, set it all up first.

How will you heat it? A UTH - untertank heater is your best option. Which needs to be regulated by a thermostat. A good t-stat will cost around 100 bucks, a not so good t-stat goes for 30-40.

Substrate - people use various beddings, but the top 3 are newspaper, aspen, and cypress mulch. I use cypress for all of my tubs in my rack system.

Other words of advice - find a reputable dealer to buy from. Not only do you get quality, even with normals, but most breeders sell normals at cheaper than pet store prices. Never use a heatrock and ball pythons are exotic animals, they need a decent amount of humidity to shed properly.

And welcome to the forums im sure someone has responded before I can finish this. Inbetween feedings xD

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Welcome to the site!

I suggest that you start by reading these 2 threads:

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...ius)-Caresheet

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...t-Thermometers


If you have any questions feel free to ask.

Much easier that way lol

[Fidget]

Welcome, Sabrina, and congrats for doing your homework before you bring a new animal into your life. This forum is the best resource I've found for getting started in the hobby. Consider it a 24/7 support network, and use it liberally!