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    Lightbulb Best breeders in England/UK?

    So, I'm looking to get a ball python (my first one! ) in a few months, and I wanted to make sure it came from a reputable breeder who knows what they're doing and genuinely cares about the snakes' welfare. I'm sure there are plenty out there, but I'm also aware that can be some more irresponsible breeders or people who are just in it for the money, etc.

    With that in mind, does anyone have any recommendations for good breeders in England, preferably in the Midlands area (I live in Nottingham)?

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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    I'm definitely no expert, but I got mine from Crystal Palace Reptiles.
    Knowledgeable, seem well-priced, and a huge range of options.
    They do UK delivery as well
    Obviously I cant offer comparisons with other breeders, but mine was healthy, happy, eating f/t, and generally good. Plus I called them about 100 times after for advice which they gave happily

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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Gavin from Balls2u is awesome!! I don't live in the U.K. but his YouTube channel is amazing. He cares so much about his animals.


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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Quote Originally Posted by Mangiapane85 View Post
    Gavin from Balls2u is awesome!! I don't live in the U.K. but his YouTube channel is amazing. He cares so much about his animals.


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    Funny that you say that - he lives very close to my home town and I've been strongly considering getting one of his snakes.

    Spoke to him earlier today and I could be in luck!

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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Would second Gavin! That's awesome that he lives near you. Good luck with your future noodle!
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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Depends what morph you want really. Facebook has lots of breeders. Tony Wilson, Michael Smith, Alan Areff, Tony Gaytor to name a couple. Each specialise more so in different areas though xx


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    I've spent a lot of time on Facebook groups recently trying to gauge the same thing! Have always seen wonderful service from a few that embrit said - Michael Smith, Alan Arff - and Chris Dawe to name a few.

    My first noodle is coming home in December - best of luck to you getting yours!

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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Quote Originally Posted by embrit345 View Post
    Depends what morph you want really. Facebook has lots of breeders. Tony Wilson, Michael Smith, Alan Areff, Tony Gaytor to name a couple. Each specialise more so in different areas though xx


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    Just looking for a male banana - nothing super snazzy, as I'm not interested in breeding.

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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Quote Originally Posted by jbzapanda View Post
    Would second Gavin! That's awesome that he lives near you. Good luck with your future noodle!
    Thankyou!

    I think he might have a banana for me soonish - Jumbi completely swayed my choice

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    Re: Best breeders in England/UK?

    Quote Originally Posted by charlo_lucy View Post
    Thankyou!

    I think he might have a banana for me soonish - Jumbi completely swayed my choice
    Ahhh! I'm glad I helped with your decision! Keep us updated
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