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Posted - 16/05/2010 : 01:17:48
HI all Names Andy live in Belfast N.Ireland been lurking round the site for a while now thought it time to say hello
Ive been looking for a corn for a little while now but due to the time of year didnt get one and took on a beardie its well settled now, so as far as i can tell this is the right time to be looking for a hatchling so fingers crossed |
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| gingerpony |
Posted - 23/05/2010 : 09:26:45
heya and welcome  |
| Mouse |
Posted - 20/05/2010 : 11:41:56
hiya!! :D |
| KITTYCAT |
Posted - 20/05/2010 : 07:31:49
Hi welcome to the forum |
| dean54321 |
Posted - 17/05/2010 : 16:23:14
hi#
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| herriotfan |
Posted - 17/05/2010 : 12:18:32
Hi Ex-lurker!!!
Good to have you on board. So what's your beardie called and what colour, got any photos we can see  You'll soon become addicted to your snake, when you get one, they're really special creatures. You won't regret getting one and before long you'll want more, and more, and more...........
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| HannahB |
Posted - 17/05/2010 : 11:45:33
hey and welcome |
| Kellog |
Posted - 17/05/2010 : 05:25:11
Hi Andy, it is really good that you have finally joined us officially after lurking in the shadows for a while  ! You will have seen what a great forum this is, with lots of experienced owners happy to give their advice and support. You also get lots of fun and friendship . I am not sure how much information you already know about corn snake keeping, so sorry if I am repeating information you already know...but it is better heard twice than not at all.
Am sure you have already browsed the TCS site and forum, and found that it provides great information. The best place to look is http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/corn_snake_care_sheet.htm, it has 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
We always suggest you follow the one-week rule (it is more of a guide than a rule but worth adhering too!)...no handling or feeding for the first week to allow your snake to get over the stress of the move and for it to get used to the new smells and its new surroundings. This means just putting your hand in to change the water daily and straighten the substrate, so it can get used to your smell and not be threatened by you. You mustnt worry about your corn not feeding for that week, corns are a lot hardier than we realise and going for a week without food will not do them any harm, no matter how small they are. You are rarely advised this in a lot of pet shops but it is an important way of getting your snake to de-stress and feel safe with you. It is a hard week, very frustrating, but worth it for the snake's sake.
You will find that there is a large amount of conflicting information out there about corn keeping – on the internet, in books, etc. Even on here you will find that people have different opinions.....but at least you have a place to ask what you need to know and get the answers from experienced owners. Then you can decide what to do with what you are told.
I am not sure if you have found this with your beardie, but unfortunately many pet shops cannot be trusted with what they are telling you  . I know that I double check anything I am told on here. Remember that no question is regarded as a silly question .....it is much better asked and answered, you will probably find others who want the info too! You have probably already discovered the first place to look, in the top right hand corner of the screen is the search button...type in what you are worried about and see if you can find an answer. I know you can get swamped with different topics including what you are searching for, so it is a bit daunting but worth a look. If you cant find the answer you are looking for then dont hesitate to ask!
Hopefully when you get your hatchling you will be able to get as much info about it as possible....shedding history, feeding history etc. I keep my own 'Snake Diaries', noting things like weight, length, feeding dates and what you feed, shedding dates, health problems, when you do full viv cleans. 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 and Silvesta poo  !!
Unwritten forum rule - pics as soon as possible! This link will help - http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=14. I hope you will put up some pics of your beardie as well in the 'Other Reptiles' section.
As you have already been warned - corn snakes are addictive.....and yes, the majority of us have stood up, said "hello my name is ****, I am addicted to corns........! And I am proud of it!" You are about to start down that corn path so be warned!!
I look forward to getting to know you better.
xxx
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| lee2308 |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 11:41:05
hi and welcome to the forum |
| n/a |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 11:20:34
welcome along. prices are usually cheaper up your end of the country we paid 90euro for out sunkist baby in waterford recently. there are cheaper places around but i fell in love. i did get some bits and bobs free with her due to some eyelash fluttering :D |
| n/a |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 11:01:06
Hello and Welcome Andy!
Good Luck for the hatchling hunt!
xXx |
| Dan-sunkist |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 10:46:06
quote:
Originally posted by merlinni
Will do if you dont mind me asking what sort of price were you charged for your corns
could be a good idea for ya to travel to dublin.
a little place called reptile heaven the guy who owns it is called ben the shop has been there for years and he has been breeding all manor of reptiles for most of his life.his prices are great best i have found in ireland and you can get any morph you want off him if you give him the time to get it |
| kdlang |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 07:51:54
hi welcome to the forum. pleased to see you saying hello after being a browser for a while. |
| crazy JJ |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 02:04:14
heya n welcome to the forum :D
if it helps i paid £40 4 Dime, cias (both carolinas, which is quite expensive), max (ghost), shikira (okeetee) and Scooby (amel stripe) and £55 for skittles (lavender motley) (well paid £80 in all as got a few bits with her) and got pippa 4 free as she was shikira and maxs baby plus got twilight, Goldie n snoopy for free but swaped 3 of my hatchlings 4 them 3
hope thats helps but if ya shop around the prices vary :D :D |
| DannyBrown91 |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 02:02:33
quote:
Originally posted by merlinni
Will do if you dont mind me asking what sort of price were you charged for your corns
Just replied on your other thread |
| mozacchio |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 01:58:31
Hello and welcome to the forum..! |
| n/a |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 01:50:33
Will do if you dont mind me asking what sort of price were you charged for your corns |
| DannyBrown91 |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 01:48:09
Yer my first Casper was an impulse buy, i just went down to the shop and said i want that one. I think it was because not only did she have gorgeous colours but a bit of an attitude aswell lol.
When the woman in the shop got her out she struck at her hehe, she calmed down after a week or so of handling though and is an absolute gem now.
Reggie my 2nd was bought because i was considering another and when i asked what corns the rep shop had in he told me they had a bloodred so i told him to keep it for me.
With candy, i had been looking for a candycane, i went to a shop that was selling her as one and even though i new she was just a regular amel she was so tiny and had a great little attitude i decided to get her anyway. Considering how small she is i never thought that when it come to feeding time she would be so aggressive lol.
Sorry for rambling lol, make sure to get some pics up when you do get the little one though. |
| n/a |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 01:36:18
Thanks for the welcome ...lol im almost there with equipment had most of it already just a few things to get yet .
Not really particular with choice as you said yourself ones isnt enough would be happy with any to be honest just as long as its healthy |
| DannyBrown91 |
Posted - 16/05/2010 : 01:25:30
Hey welcome to the forum.
There will certainly be more hatchlings about and even more in the coming months.
It may be worth getting all your stuff together before hand so you know you have everything ready and in working order before getting your snake.
They are very addictive, i got my first in december and by february had 3.
Do you have any particular morph that you are holding out for or are you just going down to the local rep shop to have a browse?
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