First, let me say I am sorry for your loss, totally unnecessary had the animals been boxed properly and not shipped during the holidays...for future reference for any of us thinking about having an animal shipped, make sure you think about the following:



1. Adequate size box, but not so big that the animal gets tossed around, each animal packed separately in snake bags, animals then put in a hard plastic box with holes on all sides, cushioning in the interior and exterior box,styro lining, air holes in the box, heat packs if necessary, box clearly marked this end up, fragile, LIVE harmless reptiles, on all four sides, bottom and top. ( I use neon signs in three colors so they will be very noticable)



2. Never ship live animals around Christmas, it is an accident waiting to happen. I won't do it and I won't have anything shipped to me.



3. Buy from reputable breeders or from small breeders who are familiar with animal shipping.



4. Ask questions about shipping to see if the person has a lot of shipping experience. If not, you as the buyer need to inform the seller how it needs to be done.



5. I have already sent a complete shipping box, heat packs and detailed instructions to individuals I have purchased an animal from because they did not have a clue.



6. If you want to ship the safest possible way, use Delta Dash. It is expensive, but it is airport to airport.



A beardie breeder has an excellent page for shipping animals. Check it out. www.tncbeardies.com/Packing.htm



I hope Miracle lives a long and happy life and that you are able to get a few more uros from a source that knows how to insure their safe arrival. I don't ship a lot, but I make every effort to insure the animals well-being when I pack them. Have a happy holiday and celebrate your own Miracle.



Pam

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