BP acting up and trying to escape ( pics )

[missi182]

Hey 51-50! We're here to help, and even though you asked a specific question, we can't answer it one or two sentences. Most 'odd' behavior displayed by bps is due to environmental/husbandry issues. Have you ever touched that lamp when it is on? I have the same one and it gets darn hot, I've burnt myself. Now think what will happen to your snake should he decide to climb up there when it is on. Big burn!

We are here to help, and if you have read the husbandry sheets, I can guarantee you you are going to get very similar advice from members. I know its no fun when you feel like you have got it right, but people point out here you need to improve, but the fact is, none of us have ever got it perfect. I learn, you learn, we all learn as we and our animals grow. Try and be positive about the advice, even if you don't agree with it right away.

[ADEE]

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[BMorrison]

I second and third that which has already been seconded and thirded. Seems like the same people are always asking the same questions and never taking any helpful advice that is given.

Also whoever said "Don't get all butthurt"... nice, I haven't heard that one in FOREVER!

[naba2002]

5150 dont get too snappy bout the advice ur getting, everyone here is snake crazy and once you get a healthy snake you will be too. i had all sorts of prorblems and questions when i first got my ball and everyone here jumped at the chance to help, if not for the people here i would prob have a dead snake. but like uve already heard, ur tank is all wrong, get a tub or look on kingsnake or even ebay for a tank thats more suited for a snake, u NEED belly heat and u NEED a thermostat and thermometer, other wise u dont no the temp and have no way to control it. also petco sells a small branch thin that is bout 6-8inches tall, thats wat i have and mitch loves to climb on it and when he falls he doesnt hurt himself. hope this helps

[darkbloodwyvern]

Also whoever said "Don't get all butthurt"... nice, I haven't heard that one in FOREVER!

Lol, an old classic i need to use more often, lol. XD

But seriously, it is rude both to give snide comments disguised as help and to receive them with as much rudeness. The fact OP posted here is a step in the right direction and it is our job to try to correct as gently but firmly as possible. I think OP as well as others could take my advice.

"he started it" is a five year old's response, not a mature adults. I really hate seeing unnecessary rudeness from anyone, but I also hate when responders claim that it's ok to be rude back. So I apologise if I lookded too snide. It is my true opinion in the matter, there is no reason to get upset at advice, even if it isn't the most kindly worded.

[soy.lor.n]

Lol, an old classic i need to use more often, lol. XD

But seriously, it is rude both to give snide comments disguised as help and to receive them with as much rudeness. The fact OP posted here is a step in the right direction and it is our job to try to correct as gently but firmly as possible. I think OP as well as others could take my advice.

"he started it" is a five year old's response, not a mature adults. I really hate seeing unnecessary rudeness from anyone, but I also hate when responders claim that it's ok to be rude back. So I apologise if I lookded too snide. It is my true opinion in the matter, there is no reason to get upset at advice, even if it isn't the most kindly worded.

It would seem as though his posting questions was a good first step, except that he has been posting questions and ignoring the advice for months. I mean it was like 3 weeks ago when he told us he was gonna shell out the $12 for a digital thermo/hygro. (he has no hygrometer at all, unless since that time he decided to get a stick-on instead)
I'm pretty sure he just posts these things to make us mad. Just like "Hey, look, I have a lamp IN my tank HAHAHA what're you gonna do about it??!"
Or else I guess he could be genuinely asking a question about his snakes behavior, but then if the answer could in any way have anything to do with requiring him to change anything about his setup or husbandry, he starts insulting the people trying to help. He's unwilling to take advice because he takes EVERYTHING personally and there's no reason to- it's the same advice given to EVERYONE else.
I guess you could say the right thing to do would be give up on him, but I think most of the people here are too worried about the well-being of the snake.