There is no way I'd pay anyone that kind of money for an injured animal.

She claims she's too poor for the vet, but she wants a mint for a snake she let get that way? Can you say greedy { another word for a female dog }?

Tell her you'll take the snake for free and get it treated before it gets worse. If she says no, tell her that since money is her top priority, you sincerely hope that no one reports her for neglect or cruelty, that would just be a shame.

Some people!

Gale