So, I'm new to this forum, and I'm also about to be a new snake owner. Saturday my new ball python will be delivered to my home. He's 2 years old and was a childs pet, but apparently the child has lost interest, so the snake has to go.



I have pondered over and over again about whether i'm making the right choice in getting an older snake, or maybe I should be getting a baby. I have been handling snakes a lot more lately and reading a lot of information on caring for them, but I haven't seen much info on what to expect when you bring a new snake home. Should I feed him right away? Do I need to leave him be for awhile? Do I need to have a tank already set up and ready to go before he gets here so it's at the right temp and humidity? He's coming here in the original tank he's been living in his entire life, so I wasn't sure If I need to have a tank already warmed up when he does get here. The temp outside has been in the low 20's for the last few days... should I be concerned about him getting too cold on the way here?



I know that Ball Pythons are very easy to take care of and hearty snakes, but I am just a nervous first time snake owner and I just really want to make sure that everything is done correctly.. :D



Thanks, and any advice is helpful!!



Teri

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