I got into breeding this year with thoughts of making some extra cash. Probably the worst reason but I do love the snakes and enjoy caring for them so it's not entirely selfish. I more or less just want to make up the money I have invested.

1. Do you like doing it?
Without a doubt. I enjoy passing the time taking care of the snakes/rats.

2. Has it been more frustration or joy?
All the frustration is nothing compared to finding your fist eggs. Sometimes breeding doesn't go your way and you won't get any results for a year or more on some females. Just remember its much easier having low expectations than a huge disappointment. I have 7 females 2 already laid eggs and 2 look like they will too. I was only expecting 3 clutches this year so I am really happy.

3. Have you had success selling the results?
I have not had any eggs hatch but I don't see a problem selling them.

4. Is the time and effort worth the payoff?
I have not hit a payoff yet but I still think even without any payoff the effort is more than worth it.

5. Any other advice?
If you can get your hands on a proven breeder male it will make things easier. If your depending on breeding one male to 5-10 females and he doesn't produce then you just lost a year of babies from all those females.

Be prepared. Do you have space for the hatchlings? Do you have an incubator and all the necessary food?