Hubby and I have been married for 12 years, we got into the snakes together, so we are both in on it. After 12 years of marriage, if one of us was growing tired of it, we would have to talk and work something out. However, a bf of 8 months, I wouldn't think twice about chosing MY hobby over. Seems like there are lots of red flags for me. You gotta remember, the right person will support you unconditionally. If you can't talk to him and get him to support you, move along, somebody else will. Don't let somebody try to change who you are, and what you do and love. That would only lead to resentment and even bigger problems down the road. Good luck!