okay, so i'm thinking of delving into the world of larger snakes... and i think we've decided on a hog island boa.

so, i need some real info and i find asking the ones who have them works the best.

how much time do they need you to spend with them a week? (i know my ball doesn't care if he sees me a week, month etc. although i do try to spend some time with him bi-weekly - if HE'S in the mood that is )

as they grow and get more strength to them... are they typically harder to handle?

i've heard people say, "if you work with them... " what exactly does that mean? hold them daily, weekly etc?

i want to make sure i'm the right kind of person to own one before i get it. because IMO it's easier to rehome a ball which stays small than a boa who gets much larger... so i want to make sure i can care for him for life.

how long do they live in captivity?

what do you feed them as adults?

i think that's all my questions... although i may have more depending on how well this cup of coffee does with my awakening brain cells LOL