I hope it works out. I am a tortoise guy but I also like constrictors and hate to see more regulations of my individual "rights". It is bad enough for turtle keepers as it is.



I have dealt with the USFW and most of them are realistic and not just by the book scientists. I hope they do not cave in to the publics paronia and the lobbyists that seem to be gaining momentum against the pet industry.



As I said, most of my friends who do not own herps have little concern for herpers which translates into little effort to sign a petition or email coments to support herpers. Most of them believe that dogs, cats, birds and fish are pets and reptiles should be left where they came from. That comes from lawyers, doctors, plumbers, electricians, grocery clerks... white and blue collar alike.



The problem is certainly lack of organization. Has anyone tried to form a national organization that would link many of the current committees, clubs, forums... under a single cohesive title. An individual like myself (and millions of others - I hope) would be willing to join for a yearly fee. All I would expect is that the organization keeps an eye out for local and federal laws that affect individuals, businesses... When one pops up the organization would have the financial resources to put a comittee of experts into action. THey could determine a course of action if one is needed or could have an effect. And if a few more dollars are needed I am sure the millions of us would be willing to support it. Kind of like our own "PETA".



I know PIJAC has helped but they already have their hands full with the non-herp aspects of the industry. Why not give individual herpers one place to look for support?

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