There are to many people who end up with an impulse buy as well. Poking around in a pet store, or with the kids, when"Oh look, a snake, I'd be sooo cool if I got one!" Then they get home and realize that rodents are involved or it's too expensive to get a thermostat and all the other required equipment needed to properly care for the animal and it's off to Craigslist. People need to take the time to research, then make informed decisions.