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MsThomson
Hatchling
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 18/04/2011 : 20:34:06
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Hi everyone
I dont own a snake at present but im joining in the hope of gaining information other than just simply reading "how to" type pages. A bit of insight into the realities of snake owning are really what Im after.
At present I have a cat and a whites tree frog, all much loved pets. My daughter has been on and on and on (im sure you can imagine)about getting a snake for some time but ive held off as I wanted to be sure that she was both old enough and capable of owning a snake. Im fully aware that I will likely end up taking over cleaning/feeding/handling duties depending on how she takes to pet ownership, so I also need to have a realistic idea of what to expect should i go ahead.
Ive gone on a bit  so I will stop for now... just wanted to say hi before i launch into question asking!
Thanks for reading x |
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gingerpony
Queen Bee
United Kingdom
10455 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 20:44:20
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heya and welcome  |
cornsnakes, ratsnakes, bullsnakes, boas and day geckos
Location:Leeds/York/Selby area |
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gmac
The Scottish Admin
United Kingdom
5319 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 20:48:03
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| hello, good to see more Scots folks in here, is not before time |
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Account Deactivated
United Kingdom
0 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 20:52:53
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kdlang
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3556 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 22:44:12
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| Hi and welcome to the forum. One reality is that one is never enough. Snakes are just a bit addictive. |
4.1.0 corns - Izzy (Carolina) Alice (Amel) Peanut (Butter Motley) Swayze (Ghost) Carmellia (Butter Motley)
0.1.0 cat - Kizzy
1.0.0 Dog - Dobbie
Location - Chesterfield, Derbyshire
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Only1Nitro
Hatchling
United Kingdom
160 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 23:11:35
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| yes they are i have 4 did have 5 but one escaped :( |
Male Charcoal = Sterling
Female Carolina = Fofo
Female Butter = Amarelo
12 Eggs
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Kehhlyr
ǝʞɐɔ sǝʌoן
United Kingdom
8173 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 23:17:37
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Hi and welcome.
It is nice to see that the wonder that is called 'the internet' has finally made it into scotland, so soon after electricity as well. |
-=Kehhlyr - The Resident Loon
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ptmbradley
Yearling
United Kingdom
676 Posts |
Posted - 18/04/2011 : 23:23:28
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Originally posted by kdlang
Hi and welcome to the forum. One reality is that one is never enough. Snakes are just a bit addictive.
I'll second that. I got my first corn a couple of weeks ago and already gearing up for number 2. Maybe even numbers 2 and 3... 
Welcome to the forum Ms Thomson. :)
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Corns: 1.1 Anery, 1.1 Butter, 1.0 Carolina, 0.1 Hypo, 1.1 Snow, 1.0 Sunkissed
Boas: 0.1 Arabesque, 1.0 Brazilian Rainbow, 0.1 Crawl Cay, 1.1 Hogg Island X, 0.1 Hypo Hogg, 0.1 Kahl Albino (poss coral)
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Mamma
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
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herriotfan
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5853 Posts |
Posted - 19/04/2011 : 09:19:41
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Welcome to the forum. If you look through the old posts there's lots to be gained about snake ownership. If you have any questions in particular please ask, we're always happy to help. Just remember there's no such thing as a silly question! I'm sure after you've been here a while you'll decide that snakes are super pets. Enjoy your research...... |
Husband....Very Understanding!!! (Phil)
Son & Daughter (Kevin & Carol)
Granddaughter (Eva)
3.4.0 Cornsnakes Amel (Sidney) Caramel Stripe (Sultan) Amber (Cleo) Carolina (Phoebe) Anery Motley Stripe (Penny) Snow (Lily) Caramel (Holmes)
1.2.0 Royal Pythons(Peeps, Pandora & Pepsi)
1.0.0 Hognose (Hudson)
2.1.0 Dogs (Dillon, Alfie, Ellie)
0.1.0 Senegal Parrot (Peanut)
1.1.0 Bearded Dragons (Bonnie & Clyde)
1.0.0 Crested Geckos (Echo)
0.2.1 Hermanns Tortoises (Ebbie, Rosie & Twiglet)
0.1.0 Guinea Pig (Dolly-Pipsqueak)
0.1.9 Tarantulas (Poppy, Gypsy, Bumble, Insey Winsey, Sonic, Cookie, Raven, Fudge, Titch & Sox)
??? Foster animals
Location: Near Saffron Walden, Essex
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Mole
Hatchling
United Kingdom
121 Posts |
Posted - 19/04/2011 : 10:31:35
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Hi and welcome, you are going through what I went through with my son, he too wanted a snake so like you I went on the info trail and checked out if it would be suitable. I must say that not only is he hooked but our whole family they are really lovely pets and soo interesting too sure you will not look back  |
1.0.0 corn snake Striker
1.0.0 dog Merlo
0.1.0 rabbit Sparkle
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sparkaly
Hatchling
212 Posts |
Posted - 19/04/2011 : 11:44:56
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MsThomson
Hatchling
United Kingdom
134 Posts |
Posted - 19/04/2011 : 13:26:50
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Originally posted by Kehhlyr
Hi and welcome.
It is nice to see that the wonder that is called 'the internet' has finally made it into scotland, so soon after electricity as well.
I dont even have to wind my computer up....i just set the cat in a big wheel with a chicken leg on front of it and she does all the hard work
So nice to have such a warm welcome from you all....thankyou!
I spent a few hours last night reading on here and looking at various youtube videos on corn snakes etc... loads of info!
I think what i really need to do is pop to my pet shop and actually ask to hold a snake... something i have never done before and none of my friends have anything more exotic than cats and dogs!
I remember last time i went in and a snake had soemhow managed to find a way to squeeze in between the panes of glass and was halfway out. I did a fair impression of a rain dance to get the owners attention...lol!
was the same with the frog when i first got her and now im quite happy handling both her and her live food, so im guessing i will be fine!
theres so many colour variations out there too....really pretty! I can see why people get so many when there is so much choice! and I was also interested to hear about RUB's. A lot cheaper initial set up than a vivarium.... although i have posted on my local freecycle to see if anyone is getting shot of one that i could make use of.
thanks!
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gingerpony
Queen Bee
United Kingdom
10455 Posts |
Posted - 19/04/2011 : 22:27:15
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Originally posted by MsThomson
...although i have posted on my local freecycle to see if anyone is getting shot of one that i could make use of.
freecycle is good we picked up a 3ft viv through our local freecycle group recently |
cornsnakes, ratsnakes, bullsnakes, boas and day geckos
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Mort13
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5599 Posts |
Posted - 20/04/2011 : 14:10:18
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Hi and welcome. Congrats on deciding to get a corn snake,you won't regret it and your daughter will be over the moon.
As said above though,they are VERY addictive. I got Loki for my kids in August and have somehow managed to acquire 4 more snakes since! 
Hope you find your freecycle bargain,its always worth a look. |
      
3.1.0 Corn snakes, 1.0.0 T-Albino Cape House Snake, 0.1.0 Western Hognose,
1.0.0 MBK, 0.1.0 Childrens Python, 1.0.0 Nicaraguan Dwarf Boas
0.0.1 Occelated Skink, 1.0.0 Leopard Gecko, 1.0.3 Tarantulas, 0.0.2 Damon diadema
1.0.0 C0ckatiel,
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