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eunectes4
at Sun Feb 27 14:04:21 2005 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by eunectes4 ]
Its the fact that there will not likely be a permit system which concerns me more. Maybe a few of these shows need to be a little more regulated but the bans will not work. They will ultimately eliminate the hobby to everyone. Venomous snakes is my biggest concern right now since they are facing the most trouble. While there are a ton of irresponsible people within the hobby, the level of experience of the venomous keepers by far exceeds that of the large constrictor keepers. The problem with this is..both require a much higher level of demand than the hobby is showing. My Herpetological society is focusing on a responsible message to herpers and the public as well as educating as many people as we can on the issues facing this hobby. I understand the concern these shows bring (while I have never been to Hamburg..I have been to plenty of "low life" reptile shows) but I also understand the way the law works. Once a lawmaker decides to pass a law in favor of the general interest of the public (safety from dangerous reptiles) it is not likely to move from there. Illinois has had an all out ban of venomous snakes and large constrictors (over 15 ft) for years now and it is not moving foward in fair laws. In fact, even once permitted individuals are not being able to keep many reptile species. This hobby is a delicate one so I recommend if you want to see a change where you can enjoy working with your animals in the future...you get involved with a responsible organization.
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I understand but.. - eunectes4, Sun Feb 27 14:04:21 2005