Quote Originally Posted by MelissaFlipski View Post
From what I have gathered here, and thanks to all of you for your input, I get the feeling that 1) an advantage to the buyer is to see the snake in person at the show, 2) but it is more advantageous to the snake to have minimal stress - local pickup or shipped overnight, 3) it's always good to support the vendors that put all that work into it, 4) shows are a great way to connect with other reptile lovers, 5) the kids will love it!

So, the whole family is going to the show; the kids will love it! I hope to get a new pet, but will hold out for the right one and buy from a breeder who ships if I don't find what I want there.

That means I need to have a tank set up in advance. Before I do that, I have to convince my husband that this is OK to do (so soon after we got our 1st)... should I do another post for that?

Thanks, y'all!
-Melissa
Melissa,
I would say that you have a very good handle on how to make your next purchase. Now, get on that husband, and get the OK.