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Information for a new snake owner.......

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Posted by: Loventa at Sun Sep 17 22:13:50 2006   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Loventa ]  
   

Hi,

Was interested in getting a ball python for a new pet and wanted some information. First, what health problems and genetic effects do the mutations have? Like for instance the problems in pure bred dogs as opposed to mutts? Are they tamer than the "wild type?" How often do they need to be fed and can someone go on vacation for 2-2 1/2 weeks if the pet sitter isn't able to feed the snake? How easy is it to get a snake that eats prekilled prey and since they are now bred in captivity, what are the chances of getting a wild caught animal? How many are still being imported into the country and what percentage die? And just because an animal is captive bred, does that mean it won't carry parasites? How often should my new pet be taken to the vet, every year like a dog or cat? Where do big chains like Petco/Petsmart get their snakes? What's the recommended encosure for one ball python and are they social? All your advice is greatly appreciated.


   

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