i know! But the rest looked fine, and usually this petco takes good care of there animals. He looks like hese been there for a little bit and just need some attention. I usually don't even go into pet stores like this, but for some reason I felt compelled to do something about this one. I know there are so many stories like this. But has anyone ever had a snake in condtion like this. I know there are no pics, but just imagine his skin feeling like sandpaper. He was moving around, but looked like he didn't have a whole lot of energy. Is there a point of no return with these guys, and if so what are the indicators? Why is his vent all inflamed is that something that can be fixed?