We got our BP today!!!

[jpierdominici]

Hey All,
Just wanted to share that we bought our ball python today. We went with a yearling who was captive bred. My son and hubby are so happy. I really don't know who's more excited! We want to make sure he is use to being held so is there a thing as holding too much? Once I figure out how to post a pic I'll share!
Jennifer

[Cubby23]

Thats great. DONT HOLD OR BOTHER IT FOR ATLEAST A WEEK. 10 DAYS IS BETTER

[Swizzle]

i have been told no more than 30 min a day, also make sure you let it settle in for about a week before taking it out.

[Shelby]

Congrats! Yes, you can hold too much.. as hard as it is, don't hold him AT ALL for one full week. Ball pythons are very shy creatures that are easily stressed. After the week is up, feed him. If he eats, wait 48 hours after the feed before holding (always do this.. holding soon after feeding can result in regurgitation)

We'd love a picture though!

[adizziedoll]

We'd love a picture though!

um, yes!

[cassandra]

Congrats!

Yes, it's better to start slow after at least a week of no holding at all...the snake get used to his new home and then slowly get used to your family. Remember we look like Godzilla's to them, so move slowly and with gentle but firm movements. =)

[Ace-of-spades]

CONGRATS on ur NEW bp! I hope u find everything u want to learn about bp's here... I know I did lol... ^_^

[JLC]

Congrats!! The settling-in phase is soooo hard! But when you consider how long you'll have him for (20-30 years is not an unreasonable expectation!)...a week or so doesn't seem quite so long. Well...that's a lie. It DOES seem long. But it's worth it to help you have a "happy" well adjusted snakie!

[ddbjdealer]

It DOES seem long.

Just wait until you have to wait for ovulations... and layings.. and hatchings.. OMG... the time will just stand still!

[JLC]

Just wait until you have to wait for ovulations... and layings.. and hatchings.. OMG... the time will just stand still!

I remember feeling that way the last couple months of my pregnancies, too.