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    Was going to add into my post... Research would even include illnesses, infections, physical injuries, and what kinds of things are common that go awry with beginner keepers, and how to prevent and cure it. Not just "how to set up the enclosure/temperatures/humidity". Preparing for the things that could go wrong and knowing how to handle them is also part of good research.
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    Re: Beginner Snake

    Quote Originally Posted by redshepherd View Post
    Was going to add into my post... Research would even include illnesses, infections, physical injuries, and what kinds of things are common that go awry with beginner keepers, and how to prevent and cure it. Not just "how to set up the enclosure/temperatures/humidity". Preparing for the things that could go wrong and knowing how to handle them is also part of good research.
    Thanks so much for all of the info! I have decided wait until after the expo and when I have learned a bit more about the various species. Right now I am leaning towards BPs and Hognoses, but I am going to also talk to my vet and do more research online about potential problems with the snakes and how to handle/avoid them. I also might pick up some books either online or at the expo. I will continue to update depending on what I decide on!

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    Beginner Snake

    How about a hybrid ?

    This is an Imperial Pueblan hybrid .

    King snake x Milk snake

    Albino an extremely calm , docile and friendly !!
    One of my favourites and loved by all our female family and friends

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    Re: Beginner Snake

    Hi Everyone,
    Just wanted to update that I have decided to go with a female western hognose, based on their care/space requirements, temperament, character, and cuteness! I will post pics in another thread when I get everything set up!

    Liam

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    Re: Beginner Snake

    Quote Originally Posted by kc.exotics View Post
    Ok, so I'm stil new to the forums, so sorry if this isn't in the right section.

    So I want to get my first snake in a few months ( the next expo is in April, sadly).

    Ive heard various people say a corn snake is better than a ball python, and vise versa, for a first snake. For those of you with experience, which do you prefer, and why? Also, if any body has any care tips for either they would be much appreciated.

    Thanks,
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    Any progress with choosing yet.




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    Re: Beginner Snake

    Quote Originally Posted by Zincubus View Post
    How about a hybrid ?

    This is an Imperial Pueblan hybrid .

    King snake x Milk snake

    Albino an extremely calm , docile and friendly !!
    One of my favourites and loved by all our female family and friends

    That's a gorgeous snake, but albinos kind of freak me out. (Mostly just the eyes.) I'd take that morph with a charcoal base.

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    Re: Beginner Snake

    Quote Originally Posted by RatAtat2693 View Post
    That's a gorgeous snake, but albinos kind of freak me out. (Mostly just the eyes.) I'd take that morph with a charcoal base.
    We have friends in TV and when it's about 3' or over they thought that he may be useful for TV work , adverts and TV series etc




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    Interesting. For what? If you don't mind me asking.

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    Beginner Snake

    Quote Originally Posted by RatAtat2693 View Post
    Interesting. For what? If you don't mind me asking.
    Just when there's the need for a "special " snake in a TV advert or a play / movie or whatever ..

    Many , if not most , out there just think that snakes are 9 foot long , boring , brown snakes they see slumped in corners of Zoo reptile houses or deadly Cobras ....

    I carry around photos of my snakes ( all colours and many albinos ) and most people are simply amazed when they see just how beautiful snakes can be .
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    Re: Beginner Snake

    How do u post pics

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