I can see where this is going. Anyone that has become recognized in their community as a "sincere" reptile enthusiast is going to end up with some "rescues". Especially if you work with animals the average couldn't manage. I have recieved animals from DNR just because the agents had no other solution. I cannot consider myself a rescue. Anyone trying to run a rescue out of pocket must have some serious resources. What is unfortunate, is the need. The EZ, no hassle, shipped to your door trade of these animals. I hold more responsibility for my frustration to the merchants that are willing to profit from animals that most would have no chance of being succesful with. Twenty years ago it was not this easy. Fewer animals ended up in the hands of people that were not sincere enthusiasts. It required more effort and it filtered some of the problems. Make purchasing these animals more difficult and the really interested might not loose the privelage.

Sorry for the long post. I am interested in this topic. I wanted to add my change.

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