I just don't understand why you got that many snakes to begin with, not having the proper housing for them? I have read this thread about 3 times trying to see if I've missed somewhere that it was explain how you ended up with so many snakes and not the right husbandry, but I don't see that. It's great that you love animals and want to have them, but why go out and buy more of them than you have the housing and set-up for?
Also, you said even if you didn't have the money for a vet bill, you would take them. How are you going to pay for a vet when you don't have the money to get them in the correct tanks/tubs?
I don't think anyone is trying to "hurt your feelings" or be "unfriendly" but it's understandable how they have reacted. I understand you're new to snakes, so am I, and I don't even have my first one yet, but I'm completely puzzled as to why you would buy them or take them in when you cannot house them.
No one expects you to be a "perfect" owner with a "perfect" set-up, because nothing in life is perfect so it's impossible. If they say it is possible, they're wrong because everyone "messes up" or "stumbles" from time to time, no matter the situation. I really think that almost everyone on this site has the best of intentions, even if they come off a bit harsh.
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