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 Posted - 05/05/2010 : 09:52:33
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hi all only just joined. was looking around for a good forum to bounce questions as regards the snakes.
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 10:07:58
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| Hi there and welcome. I'd say you've come to the right place. lol. I've found this forum to be a wonderful source of info and everybody on here more than helpful. Steve. |
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Kehhlyr
ǝʞɐɔ sǝʌoן
United Kingdom
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 10:20:57
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Hello and welcome.
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mozacchio
Sub Adult
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 10:38:02
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Hello and welcome to the forum..!  |
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Kellog
the nice one
United Kingdom
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 10:39:33
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I am only going to say this welcome once....so hi to both you and Dan, who is obviously your OH! It is really good that you have joined us and you will find that this is a great forum 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. I know you have had one of your snakes since January, but it may also help to read this topic on 'Your 1st Snake' http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=4133
I am not sure when you got your Tiggs, but 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. If you havent done this but have only just got your baby, then it may be worth starting the week now.
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.
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! First place to look is in the top right hand corner of the screen where there is a 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!
I am not sure how much info you had on Houdi when it adopted you  , but hopefully when you got your Tiggs you were 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. 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
A warning - 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 have both started down that corn path so be warned!!
I look forward to getting to know you, Dan and your snakes better.
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 11:28:43
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thanks for the replys.
when we got houdi he wasnt being looked after right so we took him off the owners hands case of kid got snake kid moved out mommy didnt want to look after snake. he is as happy being out and in my hair as he is in his tank. we have tiggs about 2 weeks shes is a little bit more nervy to handle she has taken to her surroundings very well but just a little bit fast as babies tend to be.
i really like the idea of a snake diary and think i will start one for each of them, dan is my other half and will defo get a kick out of some else for me to be a "super-freak" about as apposed to just cleaning.my brother had a rat snake when i was a kid so our two are not the first i've encountered but they have me killed with curiosity every day.
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Mouse
Yearling
United Kingdom
958 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 11:52:52
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| Hiya, welcome, and looking forward to pics!!! |
 
1.0.0 - Gobo - Snow Corn (RIP)
0.1.0 - Sprockett - Normal/hypo/het snow Corn
2.0.0 Anery Hatchlings
0.1.0 Amel Hatchling
0.1.0 Normal Hatchling
*Location - Southampton, UK*
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HannahB
The Corn Snake Moderator
United Kingdom
5491 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 12:39:07
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2.0 Normal Royal Pythons - Q and Little One
1.0 Chihauhaun Mountain Kingsnake - Simba
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Figs
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3319 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 13:14:42
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crazy JJ
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
2326 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 14:20:39
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| heya n welcome to the forum :D |
2.5 corns 2.0 cali kings 1.0 tange hondo milk 1.0 apricot pueblan milk 1.0 royal (overgrown slug) 0.1 tarantula 1.0 chinchilla chico, 0.1 goldfish tigger 0.0.4 minows 0.2 cats fudge and porsha and 0.3.2 tarantula’s that are my mummys
r.i.p to the lil ones that i and mummy have lost recently |
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 14:25:15
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Welcome to the forum, Looking forward to piccies as you will find we are all Nosy  |
2 Corn Snake's - Marshmellow and Ember
1 Bearded Dragon - Spike
1 Siberian Husky - Storm |
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 14:32:19
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| got some of them today houdi was playing peekaboo from his hide so now just to get them on pb to upload them |
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Taz Devil
Hatchling
United Kingdom
188 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 14:56:04
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| Hello and welcome to the forums. As said in previous post, looking forward to seeing some pictures. |
0.1.0 Corn Snake (Sid)
Sids Live WebCam
http://snakecam.tazworld.co.uk
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Posted - 05/05/2010 : 15:02:23
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| pics are now up :D |
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kdlang
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3556 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 17:38:09
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| hi and welcome. will schmoozle over and look at your pics now. Already loving the pic of the sheds in your sig |
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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hillzi
The Lost boy.
United Kingdom
3984 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 17:55:02
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gmac
The Scottish Admin
United Kingdom
5319 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2010 : 20:12:08
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hiper2009
Banned
United Kingdom
2197 Posts |
Posted - 06/05/2010 : 09:23:51
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0.0.0 Royal Python Het Pied 100% CB10 - Chaos
1.1.0 Brazilian Rainbow Boa CB10 - Bow/Mayhem
0.1.0 Cornsnake Amel Het Motley CB10 - Fire
1.0.0 Cornsnake Caramel Het Motley CB09 - Whisky
1.0.0 Cornsnake Snow Het Stripe CB07 - Romeo - R.I.P
1.0.0 Super Golden Labrador Dog CB02 - Bailey
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1.2.0 Royal Python - Pastel , Pinstripe , Lesser. |
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Posted - 06/05/2010 : 12:21:42
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| good choice i am on here and thr royal i think these forums are very friendly and helpful hope you find that too |
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gingerpony
Queen Bee
United Kingdom
10455 Posts |
Posted - 10/05/2010 : 13:11:48
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| heya and welcome |
cornsnakes, ratsnakes, bullsnakes, boas and day geckos
Location:Leeds/York/Selby area |
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KITTYCAT
Hatchling
United Kingdom
492 Posts |
Posted - 10/05/2010 : 16:06:48
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| Hi n welcome |
1.0.0 carolina corn (herbie)
0.1.0 snow corn (casper)
0.0.1 anery motley corn(diesel)
0.0.1 calafornia banded king snake (ozzy)
0.1.0 royal python (pandora)
0.0.1 boa constrictor (bullet)
1.0.0 weinmaraner (zac)
1.0.0 staffy (zeus)
1.1.0 cats (sophie n pepe)
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