Wish me Good Luck with my Parents

GarterPython · 12-04-11, 06:12 PM

I put up a post a while back because I havent been on here for a bit. This post said that my parents said I could get a snake because I did all the things you guys said. I made a essay and thats what made them say yes but now they rethought it. They said that I can get another izard instead because they think that if I care about it that much then I can find a lizard that I like. They already said no to the legless lizards so tried that to. Im not going to give up that easy and what im asking is, Do you guys and gals have any other ideas to get a snake.

I am moving to the basement of my house soon and I would like to get it then. I said that I would get a freezer for my room for the mice because my dad doesnt want them in the kitchen freezer. I also keep telling them all this stuff that I know about them and they just say, "Thats Cool". As you know Christmas is coming up and if I could convince them and keep them convinced then that would awesome. Then they could get it for christmas.

CK SandBoas · 12-04-11, 06:27 PM

To me, it almost sounds like your parents are trying to placate you, trying to get you to accept the new lizard instead of the snake, because deep down, even though they told you beforehand you could get a snake, they had no plans on you actually getting one. I may be wrong about this, and if i am, i do not mean any disrespect towards your parents at all.

What i would do is sit down with them, have a long conversation with them, and ask them, in a polite and mature manner, what made them change their mind on you owning a snake. Also ask them if there is anything else you can do to prove to them that you are ready to have your first snake, because you did meet their criteria in their own eyes.

I hope this has been some help to you, and good luck!

alessia55 · 12-04-11, 06:32 PM

^^^^^ I couldn't have said it any better. That's exactly what I was thinking.

Sit down with your parents and ask them what their reasons are behind a lizard versus a snake, and reiterate why you want a snake rather than a lizard.

GarterPython · 12-04-11, 06:43 PM

I dont think they were ever going to let me have one either. They are trying to placate me and it isnt working I wont give up and if that means to keep at it and do nothing special then thats how its going to have to be. I have already talked to them strait up why they changed there minds and all they say is,"Because we decided together that we dont want a snake in the house."

GarterPython · 12-04-11, 06:44 PM

Do u have any ideas of why a snake is better than a lizard. I dont really have a reason for wanting a snake more than a lizard I just like them alot more.

CK SandBoas · 12-04-11, 06:55 PM

I cannot say why snakes are better than lizards, or vice versa, because each snake and each lizard has qualities that appeal to different people. This is truly a hard question to answer, at least for me, because i've never owned any lizards myself, i'm strictly a snake gal. Maybe it's because i was exposed to snakes by my father as a child, and grew up appreciating their beauty,and their different temperaments.

I wish i could give you a simple, straightforward answer, but it's hard for me to put into words, if that makes any sense

infernalis · 12-04-11, 06:54 PM

A lot of lizard species range from a little to a lot more comlicated than caring for a snake.

GarterPython · 12-04-11, 06:59 PM

I wish my dad was like that. He doesnt really like pets to be straight forward with you. I thought of another one that didnt work. I said that snakes are easier to feed in general because u can feed frozen mice instead of crickets.

CK SandBoas · 12-04-11, 07:05 PM

My advice to you is be patient, continue to research the species you would like to eventually keep, and educate your parents when ever you can. It might take you time,but do not let this discourage you. The most important thing to do is remain calm, and really listen to your parents and their concerns.

FangsAnarchy · 12-04-11, 07:08 PM

Maybe they are worried about it getting out or worried about the smell or something? Maybe if you had a specific snake in mind it might be a little easier. Try and explain to them what appeals to you so much about the snake you chose. Show them that you know how to care for it and how to prevent it from getting out. If nothing works you may have to wait until you move out. my parents were not very pet friendly but every once in a while I would manage to convince them of something. A snake was easier than a dog.

GarterPython · 12-04-11, 07:09 PM

Yea this is kinda off topic but my parents said I could get one if I got Honours with Distiction in school. Anyway this is not happening but they said if I did it woud neeed to be at 4 feet max. What snakes are that short. Because if I do manage to get them to the point of getting one it will probably have to stay that size. I want a ball python but as long as I get a snake I dont really care that much. I also like Garter Snakes.

CK SandBoas · 12-04-11, 07:14 PM

My Grey Banded Kingsnake is around 37 inches, and he's an adult. Great snake, very active and inquisitive. My male Ball Python is 3 1/2 feet long, and he's also fully grown

mattchibi · 12-06-11, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by molson102

Yea this is kinda off topic but my parents said I could get one if I got Honours with Distiction in school. Anyway this is not happening but they said if I did it woud neeed to be at 4 feet max. What snakes are that short. Because if I do manage to get them to the point of getting one it will probably have to stay that size. I want a ball python but as long as I get a snake I dont really care that much. I also like Garter Snakes.

A male ball python certainly would only grow to around 4 feet, esp if you dont power feed it during its growth spurts.

How old are you? My parents were hesitant to say yes at first too, but one day I just brought one home and that was that. I am 20 though and I have a secure job to finance all of my snakes needs; however, this may not work for everyone. If you wont get one until they say yes, then you may have to face the reality that you wont be able to get one until you move out of the house, which really isnt so bad. If you are infatuated with snakes, lizards just wont cut it in my opinion.

The best you can do for now is keep being persistent, your parents will start to understand that this is something that is important to you, and not just an idea you like for a few months. Show your mom some videos of big breeders handling ball pythons to show how docile they are. Dont show pictures because they look a bit menacing to someone who doesnt like snakes, but the docile movements of a snake in a video might make it easier for them to understand where youre coming from. Either way, good luck! Do well in school and then they cant say no!

**millertime89** · 12-06-11, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mattchibi

Do well in school and then they cant say no!

well... the CAN, but they shouldn't

GarterPython · 12-04-11, 07:17 PM

What about garter snakes or Rat snakes. Ball Pyhtons and King snakes can be all over the place thought. Sometimes there ong somethimes there short. I dont know much about garter snakes or rat snakes yet.