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

Great acquisitions, Gini. I had to go read about the "Steppes Rat Snake". And I kind of want a rosy boa.
It will be interesting hearing about your adventures.
 
I see your point Gini. I just wanted to warn you. I worry about alot of things in the herp hobby and since you are a VA person I worry more. Maybe we can meet up at a show sometimes. Ignore Josh. He just likes stiring the pot.
 
4riscorn said:
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.
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Gini I understand fully. I mean taking chances is something that we all learn to do but with live animals it is something else. Diones rats can be difficult. I have worked around them, and with them. They can be twitchy and not adjust to change well like most asian rats. So Gini I was just stateing an opinion I know many MANY other members have. Just be careful.
 
So far the Diones is the best eater out of the group and besides the Rosy, he likes being held the most, but it is still soon in the game so we'll see how things go. Will keep you posted David.
 
Thanks Gini. How are you quarantining all these animals. I just received ANOTHER rep for my opinion
 
First off, Gini, congrats on the beautiful new additions. Now pardon my rant.

Gee, David, considering how many reps I've received for my opinion on YOUR threads over the last almost 2 years, does that entitle ME to keep picking on you? It does? Wonderful. Then let the games begin.

1) I would VERY much like to dance around and say "I told you so!", but won't, because I feel for you and your current situation. I WILL, however, say that you probably should have listened better to a few more experienced members instead of ridiculing them (and I don't mean myself) and saying that they don't know any better.

2) "Ignore Josh. He just likes stirring the pot." That sounds, actually, VERY familiar.

3) ALL Asian rats can be difficult. Did that stop you? Have you ever KEPT a Diones before? You've been "around" them. Remember, it's talk like that that got you in way over your head a while back. Please stop pretending to be an expert on all things snake. I'm sure there are members here who DO have experience with the animals you're trying to provide an expert opinion on. Your friend has a BRB that's the bitiest evil thing in the world? Um, I have a friend who BREEDS BRB's (2 friends, actually) and both of them say they're all sweet as pie. :shrugs: Two can play the friend game, my good sir.


I would like to apologize to Gini, again, for the thread hijack.
 
snakemaster24 said:
Gini I understand fully. I mean taking chances is something that we all learn to do but with live animals it is something else. Diones rats can be difficult. I have worked around them, and with them. They can be twitchy and not adjust to change well like most asian rats. So Gini I was just stateing an opinion I know many MANY other members have. Just be careful.
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Perhaps your original concerns/opinion would have been better material for a PM, David... Just my two cents.
 
Look Robbie. I agree yeah I have stired the pot, and got to many snakes to quick. I said that at the beggining. Gini, those are awesome animals. Robbie, I have a friend that alos breeds diones! And they can be a bit difficult. All I am saying is I am concerned. Thats no different than what you did when I got new snakes right? is it because I am 16 that you decide I am not a valid opinion? I have been in this 6 years. I know what I am talking about. Notice I said nothing about that rosy boa. maybe thats because the only thing I know about them is they are boas, and native to the US. Why are people jumping on me for expressing the SAME OPINION others expressed in my threads? Maybe she will be fine. Look at the giant crap mess that surrounded my King Ratsnake that turned out to be people who never worked with them or knew much about them? Maybe the people that are PM'ing, texting and repping me should come out and express the same opinion I am expressing! It is out. I disagree at the rate this particular person is getting snakes. And if she wants to meet me at a show I will tell her that then gladly talk and roam the show. I am just concerned. She is native to my state. So I worry more. Josh, should I share the tasteful email you sent me after I apoligized and tried to get thing back on the right track? I mean if you want, even though your dropping down to the level of a middle schooler who thinks he can use dirty words now that he is a big bad 6th grader (I was there once LOL). Now Gini those are great animals and you have my number feel free to text or call me whenever (I am free tonight!) and I will gladly chat with you.
 
:) Very very nice pick ups, enjoy the new additions and the new knowledge you will gain with them.
 
David, feel free to share the email. If you remember, since it was between our private accounts, that I will not and cannot be reprimanded for my comments to you in that email. However, I am sure if you reposted it here, you would surely be given an infraction for the horribly foul language I used against you :)
 
snakemaster24 said:
Look Robbie. I agree yeah I have stired the pot, and got to many snakes to quick. I said that at the beggining. Gini, those are awesome animals. Robbie, I have a friend that alos breeds diones! And they can be a bit difficult. All I am saying is I am concerned. Thats no different than what you did when I got new snakes right? is it because I am 16 that you decide I am not a valid opinion? I have been in this 6 years. I know what I am talking about. Notice I said nothing about that rosy boa. maybe thats because the only thing I know about them is they are boas, and native to the US. Why are people jumping on me for expressing the SAME OPINION others expressed in my threads? Maybe she will be fine. Look at the giant crap mess that surrounded my King Ratsnake that turned out to be people who never worked with them or knew much about them? Maybe the people that are PM'ing, texting and repping me should come out and express the same opinion I am expressing! It is out. I disagree at the rate this particular person is getting snakes. And if she wants to meet me at a show I will tell her that then gladly talk and roam the show. I am just concerned. She is native to my state. So I worry more. Josh, should I share the tasteful email you sent me after I apoligized and tried to get thing back on the right track? I mean if you want, even though your dropping down to the level of a middle schooler who thinks he can use dirty words now that he is a big bad 6th grader (I was there once LOL). Now Gini those are great animals and you have my number feel free to text or call me whenever (I am free tonight!) and I will gladly chat with you.
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Seriously David, preaching to the choir does ABSOLUTELY no good. ALMOST EVERYONE ON HERE said the EXACT SAME THING about/to YOU. Not too long ago. I guess it just aggravates me that you're trying to pass out advice that you chose to ignore. It also STILL aggravates me that you try to pass off YOUR knowledge/experience as the "be all and end all" of the snake world. I've got news for you. It's not. It's also your rather condescending tone that most of your posts come with, especially the first one, that get people a bit more than riled up. You could be 16, or you could be 116, a post like that would still tick me off.

I love how you keep bringing up the people PMing, texting, and repping you. You call out Josh and blatantly attempt to belittle him by calling him a middle schooler, when you're behaving like one as well.
 
HoosierHerper said:
David, feel free to share the email. If you remember, since it was between our private accounts, that I will not and cannot be reprimanded for my comments to you in that email. However, I am sure if you reposted it here, you would surely be given an infraction for the horribly foul language I used against you :)
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Actually, if it was a PM and not an e-mail, you CAN receive an infraction. Just thought I'd warn you.
 
Why would I risk my membership simply to continue this? Your a 911 dispatcher! You shouldn't be talking to kids like you do!!!! I am concerned about Gini thats all! I know why your on this thread because you enjoy finding some way to pick at me. Real nice, now go do things with your children not somone elses!
 
It was an Email. Robbie, I really don't think I am an expert. I really don't you can continue to think that way but I am not. I guess it sounds bad on a web forum I just want to show concern. I am all for Gini getting more animals. I just wanted to see if quarentine is being used etc etc. Look on a web forum you can't show body language, use different tones in voice or facial expressions. I suggest instead of thinking I am just trying to be a brat you think maybe he actualy has a genuine concern! Thats what this is a GENUINE CONCERN!
 
snakemaster24 said:
It was an Email. Robbie, I really don't think I am an expert. I really don't you can continue to think that way but I am not. I guess it sounds bad on a web forum I just want to show concern. I am all for Gini getting more animals. I just wanted to see if quarentine is being used etc etc. Look on a web forum you can't show body language, use different tones in voice or facial expressions. I suggest instead of thinking I am just trying to be a brat you think maybe he actualy has a genuine concern! Thats what this is a GENUINE CONCERN!
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I guess it's just all the posts anytime anyone gets a new animal (heaven forbid it be an Asian rat) that tells them the exact way you think they should keep it, and if they have any questions, they should PM or call you. :shrugs: How is that supposed to look?
 
RobbiesCornField said:
I guess it's just all the posts anytime anyone gets a new animal (heaven forbid it be an Asian rat) that tells them the exact way you think they should keep it, and if they have any questions, they should PM or call you. :shrugs: How is that supposed to look?
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I think he thinks he's an expert Robbie :roflmao:
 
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