Re-read my post. I have NO ISSUE with him trying to save the animals life. In fact I commend the gentleman for it! My issue remains in his method of doing so ( regardless if she lived or not) and the posting of it online. I am not "pinning" anything on Ralph. In fact, I stated it says a LOT of his charcter and integrity to have even tried to save this animal.Originally Posted by demjor19
He saved the animal's life...End of story! If it felt a little pain or discomfort during the procedure...It was for a good cause! 9 times out of 10 this animal would have been culled and most people here would have no issue with it. So...why have an issue with him trying to save the animal? If someone sees this video and feels confident enough to perform such a procedure, then let them try...It is up to them to determin whether or not they are experienced enough to handle this! What people decide to do should not be pinned on Ralph! He merely provided the information and instructions. I think he did a great thing and I support Ralph 110%!
Let me ask you this. A LOT of people come on this site, once and done, to ask advice on thier new BP. And always there is sound, experienced and knowledgeable advice given. Myself, I have asked lots of questions and seek out advice on here for things I do not know. Being a BP owner for less then 6 months, I find this site amazing!
Now for my question. Bob the first time BP owner has had his snake for 3 weeks. He went to look at her today and noticed she had a slice in her belly from something in her tank that he didn't realize shouldn't have been in there to begin with and now her intestines were hanging out. Would any of you feel comfortable enough to just say " Here Bob, take a look at this video and do what he did!". I would think no. For THAT reason, I think the video shouldn't be online for the average person to see.
Ralph's experience and knowledge sets him FAR apart from the average person here, myself, and I bet most of us, included. I just think that if ONE person who did not have this experience tried something like this from viewing the video and the snake suffers, then it is one to many. Nothing more, nothing less. MY opinion is it could be a dangerous video to the un-educated. It's not a slame on Ralph or anyone who agrees with the video. It's just my observation.
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