Boy you got that right Emily. I have 1 corn snake and 1 bp, both were impulsive purchases and in the 2 months I've had them I've spent around $800 on supplies just to make sure they are comfortable. This is definitely an expensive hobby and people who aren't 100% committed should be discouraged from getting started. To the OP, I can imagine working at Petsmart you witness all kinds of stuff that is disturbing. Some people just don't get how much responsibility is envolved in caring for a pet.

Admittedly, I'm one of them. I wanted a pet, did the research, and decided a snake was the best choice for my life style. I rushed out and bought my corn snake then two weeks later fell in love with a bp and bought her too. Now 2 months and several hundred dollars later my interest has not waned but my understanding of my own ignorance has caused me to slam on the brakes when it comes to purchasing any more reptiles for now.