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Posted - 10/11/2009 : 18:40:31
Im new to all this! not just snake keeping but forums in general!!! Im thinking of getting a corn snake but so far only have a tank! I would greatly appreciate any advice on what to get and how to go about the best way to keep a snake and where to get everything I need!
cheers x |
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| HannahB |
Posted - 11/11/2009 : 15:25:32
hey and welcome,
as pointed out earlier a good place to start is the care sheet which has the basic info needed to keep snakey happy 
feel free to ask any question - we dont bite so dont be shy |
| Kellog |
Posted - 11/11/2009 : 03:51:58
Welcome teejay! A forum is a wonderful way to chat with real snake owners, new and more experienced, and to get answers straight away if you need them. 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 have researched but I would advise the following:
1. Very early advise but important, 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 kizzig 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. When you do get your snake you need to get as much info about it as possible....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 (bit early for you at the moment) - pics as soon as possible!
Am sure you cant wait to get your snake! 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 havent started down that path yet so be warned!!
xxx |
| crazy JJ |
Posted - 11/11/2009 : 01:20:53
hello and welcome to the forum.
xx |
| LittleMick |
Posted - 10/11/2009 : 22:15:56
Hi Teejay, welcome to a great forum. As well as reading the care sheet, you may want to get a couple of books as well as back up research. But your main source of info is from live keepers in forums like this one.
A good place to buy (in my opinion) is
http://www.888reptiles.co.uk/
There a lot of bargains out there, I think some people on here have used various stockists and breeders. But with 888, I got my Corn Snake set up for £59 and I also got my Carolina Corn from them (reluctantly) for £44.99, I am glad I did, as I have had no problems what so ever.
Good luck and happy researching.
Mick |
| lee2308 |
Posted - 10/11/2009 : 19:31:00
hi and welcome to the forum |
| hillzi |
Posted - 10/11/2009 : 19:16:18
Hey. |
| kizzig |
Posted - 10/11/2009 : 19:06:23
Hi and welcome!
It's great to see that you're doing some research prior to getting a snake. There's an excellent care sheet on this site which should answer most of the questions you have. The link is http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/corn_snake_care_sheet.htm
If you have any other questions, feel free to ask! No question is too silly when it comes to animal care! |
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Posted - 10/11/2009 : 18:50:52
i havent got my snake yet but have found this forum very helpful |
