We are considering a normal ball python and or course, have done tons of research online and by phone. I think we're down to two questions that are unanswered and hope you all can help. We are going to a reptile show at the end of this month, but would like to be ready to buy. We have picked out a habitat and would like to know what you think about the brand and if anyone has any experience with it. I decided against trying to make my own and want to get the Exo Terra extra wide, 18x18x24. I like the front opening glass doors and the corner ventilation. I'm wondering if it would be too big for a baby? Of course, I don't have the "baby" yet so there is some room but I'm hoping for a little one to raise. I plan on just ordering everything from PetSolutions.com as they seem to be the best place for EXo Terra. If i remember correctly, I picked out the following: the habitat, the heat wave underneath heater, the glo lamp, a thermometer, terrarium lock, hygrometer, snake cave, big stick to climb on, water bowl, but I was thinking about the electronic temperature control, too. I thought I would use that felt i have been reading about as substrate, no sure though. Any pros or cons as to the Exo Terra or anything else I'm doing wrong or right?

Okay that's the first question Now, if I don't find what I want at the reptile show, I'm wondering about ordering online or by phone from someone that would have to ship my baby. This concerns me a little, I guess because I don't know anything about it. I just think if I were a snake, going fedex would freak me out! I'm going to do what I can to find one close by where I can drive to pick it up. But just wondering about the whole "we ship anywhere" thing.

I really appreciate any advice y'all can give me!

Karen