Mind if I ask what general area you're in? (you can PM if you'd rather not say here) You do realize that most good breeders ship snakes by air? I know it's really nice
to be able to see a snake in person first, before buying, but problems like this are what you run into as a trade-off. I've gotten some snakes from pet stores many years
ago when I first got into snakes, but many more came from breeders, both online & local pick-up after Expo. Many breeders do sell yearlings that they've held back
as possible future breeders etc. -you just have to ask. But, it's your call.
I'll keep my fingers crossed for you & this snake...![]()