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Repticon pick ups...yea, we've lost it!!

Gini, I have done work with Diones. They can be a pain. They really can. I also have a friend with a BRB that is one of the most horrid snakes in the world. It is insane and one of the most bitey snakes I have ever encountered.
BTW Josh, that sig is the MOST IMMATURE THING I HAVE EVER SEEN!
 
By the way, my original post was out of concern not trying to start something which Josh has antagonized. If I was wrong OK, but I am just a concerned snake owner.
 
Oh never mind, is that the date you joined? It seems like so much longer. Just drop it. Both of you, please. Don't ruin Gini's thread.
 
I understand Nanci. I just expressed my concerns.
BTW I actually spewed soda when i relized this
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David..thank you for your concern. And who really does tons of research before every show? We were there for hours and walked for quite a while before buying anything. So it wasn't "Oh that is pretty, lets buy it." We asked tons of questions at each table we were interested in. As far as the Diones, from what I was told by the breeder (and yes the seller was also the breeder) and also from what I have read, they are very similar to the corns in their care and temperament. According to a few sites I have read..."They adjust themselves very well to different habitats..quiet, diurnal, feeding in captivity rather simple..." But any snake can be a PITA to feed depending on the situation...as we know from our own. As far as the BRB, I have purchased 3 other snakes in the past from the seller. I spoke to them as well as handled him several times before buying him and I am aware of the pissiness attitudes they can have. I was also told to handle him frequently to help him become more docile and that they seem to do better with one person taking the major blunt of the care. You can be bit by any snake at any time. I am aware of the BRB's challenges as was explained by the seller. And beings it was not a cheap purchase it wasn't something to jump into in the first place. We had to think of the care..needing high humidity is very important...the set-ups we currently have, the time it takes, etc. After a stay with my Dad and a long drive home, we stayed up (actually I fell asleep an hour or so before Mike) until 4:30 AM to make sure all the newbies were in their proper environment, temps and humidity levels correct, etc. Then was back up at 8:30 to check again and worked with the thermostats and tubs to continue to monitor the temps and humidity. It isn't just me involved in the purchase or care of any of our animals. It is a family business. And we do not at this time intend on breeding the BP or Boas at all. And I highly doubt we will in the future. I honestly can say I don't think I'd enjoy the live births of the Boas. These are just pets.

Also, yes, we have accumulated a lot of snakes but so have other people in the world..with not just snakes but other things as well. Life is about taking chances and each chance is a learning opportunity. Being in our 40's we have learned a lot of things and never stop learning no matter how old we get. I mean heck if Edison hadn't taken any risks, we'd all be sitting in the dark. And with sites such as this one and libraries, internet and friends, and vets, there is always some place to turn with questions and problems.

I appreciate your concern and the offer to talk to me. I have kept your PM with your number in it just in case.
And anyone on here who can offer suggestions, I would graciously accept them.

Thanks Josh and Nanci for your kind words.

And I will keep everyone posted with pics, questions and problems.

And BTW...we don't intend on breeding everything we get. We have a one-eyed snake and a kinked back snake that we adore the way they are.
 
RosieReal said:
I"M SO JELOUS OF YOUR BRB!!!!! hes the most itty bitty cutest ever!!

...ahem... I mean... what lovely pickups! you have such good taste in animals. That Rat snake is also truly striking! just beautiful.
I cant wait to see how they grow, please keep us updated! congrats. :D
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Thanks! Yea Picasso is very beautiful and sweet and bratty all at the same time. And Zippy is so sweet as well.
And you know once they get settled, my camera will come out!!
 
K. Rene said:
Yup I'm not sure if you ever did have it LOL you lost your mind with the first corn. What was the first one anyway?

Molly is a very pretty girl, and Picasso is awesome :D congrats in the new additions. I can't wait till we have our Expo in August so us Pacific NW Cornz people can meet up.
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Yep...lost it then you are so right Kelsie!
The first one was our one-eyed Willie!
 
Nanci said:
You need an intervention!!

What locality is Sinbad?

I've never heard of that kind of rat snake!!
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We were told Sinbad is of a California locality line.

The rat is an Asian rat. One of the smaller ones..3 ft or so tops.


I really need to learn how to do the multi-quote thing on here...learn learn learn...every day! :)
 
4riscorn said:
I really need to learn how to do the multi-quote thing on here...learn learn learn...every day! :)
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See the little "+" sign next to the "quote" button? Just keep clicking those on all the posts you wanna quote...and then on the last quote you wanna post, just click "quote" and it's done!

At least I'm sure that's how it's done...it has been a great while since I have done multiple quotes!
 
whippet said:
Very nice....blame poor us! *giggles*
Nice pickups. Welcome to the world of postage stamp herp collecting.
Thanks to one vendor who let me hold a new herp...now I have to have a Leachi gecko to survive life. LOL!
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Yes Tara it is all your and Lauren's fault :roflmao: Luckily we didn't fall for the tarantula! And Jake really wanted the little gecko but no lizards for us yet. That is how we ended up with Willie..our first corn! He wanted a bearded dragon!
It was great to finally meet you guys!!
 
HoosierHerper said:
Seems like she knows what she is doing to me. Not too difficult to provide a proper setup.
I'm more than sure she knows what she is doing. She is an adult not a CHILD and can make her own choices.

Beautiful animals Gini, I'd love to see pictures of them in their MORE THAN ADEQUATE housing when they are all settled in. :D
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Thank you for pointing that out! And yes, pics of their set-ups coming later in the week once they get settled...
 
sinisterserpents1 said:
Very nice Gini!! I especially like Picasso. I've always wanted a pair of those, but never bought any. Glad you had a good trip. Have a safe drive home!
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We did have a good trip..thanks Tiffany! And we actually drove home last night. I was at my in-laws when I posted my cell phone pics...poor Mike up all night with our new babies then this afternoon it was to his parents to do more welding work for them! And here we are doing some feedings at close to tomorrow!
 
HoosierHerper said:
Nice pickups! Jake will love his Rosy...and if for some reason he doesn't...I'll take it off your hands :)
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So far that is probably the sweetest of all of our snakes but it has only been two days...once he rests lets see how he is...but if we ever want a home for him..Jake said..stay away from his snake..:roflmao: I will let you know!
 
4riscorn said:
So far that is probably the sweetest of all of our snakes but it has only been two days...once he rests lets see how he is...but if we ever want a home for him..Jake said..stay away from his snake..:roflmao: I will let you know!
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Lol...I just PM'd you some info about localities and a site that you should have Jake check out.
He will love his Rosy, they are so great!
 
admitchell08 said:
See the little "+" sign next to the "quote" button? Just keep clicking those on all the posts you wanna quote...and then on the last quote you wanna post, just click "quote" and it's done!

At least I'm sure that's how it's done...it has been a great while since I have done multiple quotes!
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Thanks Andrew!
 
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