New here, a bit about me.

[TreF68]

Heya!!!

My name is Trevor, and i live in SLC. I will be 25 this May and am married to a wonderful woman. I work as a test technician, building and repairing medical lasers that are used in the ophthalmology field. Its great fun and I love knowing that i am helping someone see.

On the snakes/reptiles side, I owned a very aggressive western hognose that was so fun to take care of and watch, but would bite often. I moved into an apartment with my wife and the little guy had to go. Last September we bought a house though, and I am looking for another snake!

The two snakes I really have my eyes on are ball pythons and rosy boas. Im looking to step up a bit on the size and think those two would be great, but can only get one.

Regarding ball pythons - my wife and i went to the pet store just to check them out and hold them a bit. We were a bit surprised that all 3 they had at the shop were striking and quite nippy. This was contrary to what we have read about them, I have always heard how sweet they are. Is this something that is normal and will go away? I imagine they were just scared and am sure if they actual got me it would not even hurt, but the thought of it not going away and getting bit by an adult turned me off a bit.

Also, I live in Utah and it is quite dry here. I know that balls need quite a bit of humidity. Is it going to be a problem to maintain the humidity it needs?

Regarding a Rosy Boa - I really like what i have read about their attitude. They seem quite calm and gentle. I like their size, but I like ball pythons color and general shape more (the shape of their heads are so regal and amazing). I suppose in my mind it seems like going with a ball, i get a nicer looking snake, and going with a rosy I get a nicer attitude snake. If this is true I think i would go with the good attitude.

Since rosy boa's are a less popular type of snake, its hard to find a lot of information about them as well.


With either snake, does owning a cat create problems? I don't think the cat would bother the snake, but i don't know if its "taboo" with snakes.

I guess that's all for now. I'll be sure to go through the forums with a fine tooth comb. (I'm a bit obsessive at this point, spending hours and hours watching videos, and reading)

Oh lastly, I heard about you guys from SnakeBytes.tv OMG love watching those guys.

Sorry for the wall-o-text

Trevor.

[TreF68]

Sorry, did i put this in the wrong thread? I thought I was putting this in the general BP tab. That might not even be the right place >.<

Sorry

Trev

[DZ Reptiles]

Hey there, I'm also I'm SLC and looking forward to seeing you around the forum.

As for ball pythons, you can't go wrong with them. Great pets and are really fun. Babies tend to be a bit nippy but most grow out of it. They are easy to care for and you can find the answer for any question you have here on this forum.

[TreF68]

Very cool! good to see someone that lives around me on the forum.

[RichieBoo]

Welcome.. to answer your question on biting i think when u go to a store(petco)and look at the ball pythons they are usally being messed with all day so they are more stressed out and scared so that is why they are striking...if u can, i would try to catch a expo and you can see how kool they really are and you will get a great snake from a good breeder.. to your question on having a cat my cat is fine and the snakes dont seem to mine..hope this helps a little.... you will get alot more help from all the great members on here this is a great site to learn from...and welcome again..

[SlitherinSisters]

Welcome to the site! I moved you to the introduction section

BPs are normally pretty docile and don't bite, but babies can be nippy. They usually grow out of it within a few months.

[Action Reptiles]

to the forum... like others have stated babies can be a bit nippy( wouldn't you if a giant was trying to pick you up all the time lol) but they will grow out of it and are the sweetest snakes... I'm sure you will be able to find answers to all your questions here..

[Homegrownscales]

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On what everyone has said so far. I highly recommend finding a breeder in your area. There has To be one or two in your area. Petstore babies are always super stressed and generally HUNGRY! I think going to a breeder, you will get a more well rounded baby, one who's been handled and not stressed beyond reality, not to mention fed right. Plus you can speak with a breeder about their experiences, and the individual snake personality. This year I had a few first time snake owners and I always make sure to go over the basics, as well as let them see all the babies, and I generally tend to give the first timers the easy going babies. Some are nippier than others and a breeder will know who's who and what's what, and if they have never handled before I make sure they learn How to pick up and handle the animal before they even leave. See if a nearby breeder can do this with you. I love the bps as they really are the best snakes in the world. Maybe I'm biased. Idk. I always recommend bps as great first timers too because of their personalities. I have 2 very pesky cats that get into everything and I have to lock my snake room bc they like to try and climb up the racks but you may not have that issue. Either way I keep them away from my snakes. They are brats tho and that's why. Good
Luck in finding your new snake! Give us some pics when you pick out your new buddy!
Morgan

[j_h_smith]

Hello. Glad to see you could make it. We've been expecting you for some time now.

Jim Smith