I understand what you're saying about encouraging captive breeding if it's desired but here's what you posted.



"Also, get your present snake sexed and make sure the next is opposite sex. Might as well attempt a breeding in the future if you're going to have 2 snakes anyway. Hey, it's makes things more fun!"



Don't you think maybe that makes it sound a little too easy? Honestly I don't know everything that's involved in breeding balls but if someone chooses on a whim to breed snakes is there a chance they are getting in over their heads and the babies might just suffer?



Yes, I agree what you said about the forum and I should have questioned your suggestions instead of flat out suggesting you do some more research. You have to understand, though, when you hear someone suggest to possible not quarantine an animal it is a good indication they simply have not done enough research. I've only got one python so I haven't ran into the issue of quarantining but have read story after story of people's collections that have been completely wiped out because of a brand new illness that has popped up out of the middle of nowhere. And these animals were captive bread from reputible breeders who were none the wiser. Sometimes illnesses come from feeders. Sometimes they come from, in regards to different reptiles, vegetables that are fed. That's the main reason for the initial reaction I and I'm betting other people had to your suggestions.



I apologize if I offended you as that was not my intentions and I hope you continue to post your thoughts on care, I agree with you that is how things get better for these animals.
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Rob

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