This is so totally stupid. If we ban herps from our pet stores we teach the children nothing at all. I remember going to the pet store as a kid and watching the lizards and snakes for as long as I could, they amazed me. I think had it not been for those visits I would not have the great love for them that I have now. (my parents dont like them, so they wouldnt have introduced me to them) Next thing you know they will be banning the sale of them online. THey should be focusing more on cats and dogs. You don't see bans on the sale of puppies and kittens, and the cost of caring for these unwanted animals would surely add up to more than that of most reptiles. You dont normally see your neighbors ball python running the neighborhood when he decides it isnt a fun pet anymore.

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