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Posted - 09/11/2009 : 13:41:04
Hello everyone! I’m new to this forum as you can see  just wanted to introduce myself.
My name is Shaun I’m 15 years old from Portsmouth and a soon to be corn snake owner (16 days left!).
I’ll be getting a baby snow corn for £55 and a viv with everything needed for £65 I’ve been browsing on the internet to get some good info about them and I came across this forum, it seems to have a nice community so I thought I’d join!
I shall be posting photos of my baby corn once I get it.
And, uhhhh, yeah that’s all I can think to put. - Shaun
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| Kellog |
Posted - 10/11/2009 : 03:02:28
Welcome to the forum Shaun! You will find that this is a great place with lots of experienced owners happy to give their advice and support. You also gets lots of fun and friendship as a bonus. Not sure how much snake care you know but I would advise the following:
1. When you get your snake you need to leave it for a week to get over the stress of moving to your house and let it settle into its new surroundings by leaving it without handling or feeding for a week. Only put your hand in daily to change water and straighten substrate, that way it gets used to your smell.
2. As already suggested by HannahB make sure you read the care sheet on here (http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/corn_snake_care_sheet.htm), lots of information for new snake owners. Also read this topic on 'Your 1st Snake' http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=4133
3. No question is regarded as a silly question on here.....it is much better asked and answered, you will probably find others who want the info too!
4. I hope you get as much info when you get your snake as you can....shedding history, feeding history etc. Start your own 'Snake Diary', noting things like weight, length, feeding dates and what you feed, shedding dates, health problems. I know it seems a bit over the top but it is actually really helpful keeping track of your snake's health - I even note when Kellog poos!!
5. Unwritten forum rule - pics as soon as possible!
Am sure you cant wait to bring your snake home! But I will warn you that corn snakes are addictive.....and yes, the majority of us have stood up, said "hello my name is **** and I am addicted to corns........! And I am proud of it!" You have only just started down that path!!
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| LittleMick |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 20:31:16
Hi Shaun, welcome to the forum, you might do your research but there is alwayssomething new to learn, as you'll find out on here.
Mick |
| crazy JJ |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 20:26:00
heya n welcome to the forum :)
cant wait to see some pics and glad to hear your doing your research first. :) |
| KITTYCAT |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 17:57:03
Hi there n welcome to the forum! |
| HannahB |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 17:28:58
hey and welcome
the best thing to read is this http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/corn_snake_care_sheet.htm Its a care sheet with all the general info about keeping corns happy
feel free to ask any question - nothing is deemed silly or unimportant and someone will always answer your q's
forum rule is that you have to post pics after your new snakey has settled in for a week  |
| hiper2009 |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 15:22:02
Hey and welcome to the forum |
| Kehhlyr |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 15:19:05
Hello and welcome to the forum.
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| n/a |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 14:19:26
Will do! Thanks for the warm welcome. |
| Tizzy |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 14:07:11
Welcome to the forum, sounds like you're just a wee bit excited??? Don't blame you really. Has anyone told you the unoffical joining rule yet?? Well we like photos and expect you to post some as soon as snakey has settled in!!
Take a look at the care sheet on here is't one of the best online and there are always people about to answer any other questions you may have :) |
| kizzig |
Posted - 09/11/2009 : 14:00:53
Hi and welcome Shaun! Bet you can't wait for your snake to arrive! Sounds like you've been doing lots of research which is what we like to hear!
Feel free to ask any questions you may have - no question is too silly when it comes to animal care! You've joined a really friendly forum with people of all ages and experience levels.
Can't wait to see some piccies as soon as he/she has arrived and is settled in! |
