Rescource for Alligator Owners

[Andrew00]

So a baby alligator has seemed to have found its way into my possession. I've always wanted one, and when i a friend could not keep it because of their land lord i volunteered to take it. I understand this is a HUGE undertaking with a lot of responsibilities on my part. All that aside, I wanted of know if anyone out there is aware of any resources for owners of alligators similar to this site. I've done a lot of research but i haven't been able to find any sites nearly as good as ball-pythons.net. Are their any alligator enthusiasts forums out there? Thanks!

[snakewrangler]

Find it a home in a state where it is legal. Now.

[Andrew00]

It is legal where I am in Pennsylvania. Thank you.

[RhacHead]

I used to have an Alligator quite a few years back.I really liked her her name was precious
I only kept her till she attained about 4 feet the my boss bought her from me.It was kind of dumb for me to get her but I was only 19 or 20 and it seemed like a great Idea @ the time.Looking back on it I really didnt have the resources to care for such an animal.I could give you a little first hand advice but thats about it.Handle your gator from a young age and attemp to train it on a nutritionally sound non live diet such fish pellets.This will reduce the gator live feeding response and help you aquire a docile gator.As for care I'm sure if you looked for care sheets online you would be able to find one for a Specticled Caimen since they have essentially the same care I would use that sheet as a refrence.Care in pretty easy Keep you gator well fed,clean water,basking spot, use caution and good judgment and you should have a great pet for many years to come

[Andrew00]

Thanks for the info!

[mainbutter]

I just want to say good luck! I've always wanted a gator, doubt I'll ever have the time and resources for one though.

I'm a little partial to gators, growing up mostly in texas and louisiana

[snakewrangler]

It is legal where I am in Pennsylvania. Thank you.

Your location said "Massachusetts" when you posted the first time.

Mods, can you check that?

[snakewrangler]

http://www.ball-pythons.net/forums/s...053#post262053

Just one of your posts where you say you live in Mass.

[dr del]

Hello,

I can confirm that several of the Original Poster's IP addys seem to originate from that state and so the thread will be locked as per the following rule;

8. No posts promoting illegal behavior will be tolerated, including but not limited to warez/pirating of copyrighted material, illegal drug or alcohol usage, and illegal ownership or trafficking of species.

Please contact the staff if you feel is is in error.

**edit**

The original poster has contacted me and I was indeed in error so this thread will be unlocked and allowed to continue.

**end edit**


dr del