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06-30-11, 08:53 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
Just get what you want man, you seem passionate enough that you would do what it takes to properly care for whatever you get so I say go for it.
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06-30-11, 10:01 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by forza_inter
Just get what you want man, you seem passionate enough that you would do what it takes to properly care for whatever you get so I say go for it.
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That is exactly what i told him, him being here asking those questions is grounds enough for me to assume he will take good care of any snake he gets...
@marionsclan to completely disprove your theory, not in a negative way: by definition a knack is a skill that can not be explained a phenomenon were the subject has a skill with out recollection of how he/she obtained it. You cant just magically know how to take care of a snake, through time, dedication and practice ANYBODY can take proper care of an animal. Practice makes perfect...
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06-30-11, 10:14 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by KD35WIN.AS.ONE
That is exactly what i told him, him being here asking those questions is grounds enough for me to assume he will take good care of any snake he gets...
@marionsclan to completely disprove your theory, not in a negative way: by definition a knack is a skill that can not be explained a phenomenon were the subject has a skill with out recollection of how he/she obtained it. You cant just magically know how to take care of a snake, through time, dedication and practice ANYBODY can take proper care of an animal. Practice makes perfect...
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i must have missed your post....but ya i agree 100%
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06-30-11, 10:25 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by KD35WIN.AS.ONE
@marionsclan to completely disprove your theory, not in a negative way: by definition a knack is a skill that can not be explained a phenomenon were the subject has a skill with out recollection of how he/she obtained it. You cant just magically know how to take care of a snake, through time, dedication and practice ANYBODY can take proper care of an animal. Practice makes perfect...
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You just explained skill, talent and aptitude just in different words. And if practice makes perfect then we all could achieve to be an Olympian athlete, a Nobel prize winner, etc., but most of us won't because no matter how much time, dedication, and practice we put into it, we just don't have what it takes.
In any case, at this point I would just say that we should agree to disagree and continue giving our best advice and opinions possible without putting others down. Agreed?
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06-30-11, 10:40 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by marionsclan
You just explained skill, talent and aptitude just in different words. And if practice makes perfect then we all could achieve to be an Olympian athlete, a Nobel prize winner, etc., but most of us won't because no matter how much time, dedication, and practice we put into it, we just don't have what it takes.
In any case, at this point I would just say that we should agree to disagree and continue giving our best advice and opinions possible without putting others down. Agreed?
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No i didnt, i stated the definition of the word "knack", by the English dictionary it has a similar definition. A skill is gained through work in that particular area of interest, not something you are just given from birth like a "knack". Which is my point exactly.
Caring for snakes.....Being a Nobel prize winner....? yea ill leave it at that.
If i put you down in any way shape or form i am sorry, never meant any harm, i just strongly disagree with your logic and the fact that it has intimidated someone looking to venture into the hobby who shows passion because god knows how many people these days get snakes and toss them aside the next year because of lack of passion. I will agree that you have your opinion and you are 100% entitled to it but i wont agree with its logic. Again sorry if i was offensive at all, my apologies.
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06-30-11, 10:52 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
Well I am on my phone, so I only read first page, but i wwoukd day a ball python, or a Kenyan sand boa.... my ksb. Was very nice, though she has her moments, I may even get another one soon. 1 of my BP is sweet as a puppy, my other is a baby, so still sort of nippy. Balls are very good cuz they mainly will sit and hang out l.
I also have a brazilkian rainbow boa, while probably no one else will agree wiwith me, I find that she is been very easy to take care of as well...
Ksb are found in many colors, and have great temperaments and husbandry is easy as can be...
My vote is for ball python, or kenayn sand boa...
KB, by the way, live the screen name, is it from borderlands??? Lol!!!
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06-30-11, 10:56 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by KD35WIN.AS.ONE
i just strongly disagree with your logic and the fact that it has intimidated someone looking to venture into the hobby who shows passion because god knows how many people these days get snakes and toss them aside the next year because of lack of passion
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Honestly, I would hope that anyone who plans to venture into unknown animal territory is a bit intimidated by it and will therefore do the proper research before jumping right into it. Maybe then more thought will be put behind the purchase of an animal and less animals will be discarded.
As for passion, this can't happen unless you have something to be passionate about so once he gets his snake and is still into it after a while then yes, he is passionate about it. Right now I think he is in the excitement mode that anyone who is planning on getting something new and exciting starts out in. I know I'm still in it, but I'm feeling the passion building because I am seriously looking at adding another snake to my zoo and I am constantly trying to find more information about my snake.
And last but not least, I applaud his endeavor and reaching out to others to get his questions answered and do think that he will be a conscientious snake owner. And I think he got what I meant and that's good enough for me.
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07-01-11, 03:49 AM
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#38
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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And last but not least, I applaud his endeavor and reaching out to others to get his questions answered and do think that he will be a conscientious snake owner. And I think he got what I meant and that's good enough for me.
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This 'he' is actually a she.  Sorry I wasn't clearer earlier, haha! And seriously, guys, thanks for the various votes of confidence. I appreciate it. :]
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07-01-11, 03:50 AM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by red ink
There is no such thing as a biginer snake first and foremost IMO.....
I say go with the species you really like the look of research a heck of a lot about them and their husbandry requirements.
Take a deep breath and reflect on whether or not your willing to undertake the amount of work needed in regards to their husbandry be it simple or complex....
If you like the "look" of the snake, don't base your choice on the opinions of others.... All the other stuff that comes with keeping a snake is just good ol' fashion research and hands on experience. You might as well get a species you find interesting and for the lack of a better word "pretty" as it will keep you entertained and striving to provide it the utmost best conditions.
Obcourse were here to help if you need it though  .
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Haha, for sure! And yeah, regarding the various antaresias, I know that I can't really rely on a 'breed standard' haha. Snakes are, like every other pet I can think of (maybe excluding fish), individuals, but broad tendencies in a breed can be helpful to know.
That said, I am pretty interested in them despite possibly being a little chainsaw, haha. I've heard they've a tendency towards random biting - has that been your experience with them?
Thanks!
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07-01-11, 03:51 AM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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Originally Posted by LiL_Boa
My vote is for ball python, or kenayn sand boa...
KB, by the way, live the screen name, is it from borderlands??? Lol!!!
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Out of curiosity, has your sand boa ever had feeding issues? I've seen that come up a couple times on other random websites.
And yeah, you got me! My screenname originally was inspired by borderlands 
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07-01-11, 04:01 AM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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This 'he' is actually a she. Sorry I wasn't clearer earlier, haha! And seriously, guys, thanks for the various votes of confidence. I appreciate it. :] |
hahaha Sorry about the He. I get that a lot too with my name (Marion) and I've always have to make sure they know that I'm a girl for I found that I get treated differently.
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07-01-11, 07:51 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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hahaha Sorry about the He. I get that a lot too with my name (Marion) and I've always have to make sure they know that I'm a girl for I found that I get treated differently.
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Hahaha it's no problem. I was actually kind of surprised when people started referring to me as a 'he' - I always feel like I write in a kind of girly manner. XD
You've been mistaken for a guy before on forums? I'm actually kind of surprised - I tend to assume Marion is a girl's name myself, haha.
On a separate note - today I swung by one of the reptile stores in my area and handled a spotted python. Despite being in shed, he was pretty friendly and pretty alert (he ended up rubbing a little bit of shed off on my boyfriend's hand, lol), and looked pretty healthy. I'm thinking about going for it. What do you guys think?
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07-01-11, 07:58 PM
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Retic Fanatic
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
Spotted pythons are interesting and I like them, but would never own one. Before buying it try and make sure you have everything they need in advance
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07-01-11, 08:32 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
For sure. :] Gonna start collecting all the stuff I need, definitely!
Out of curiosity, why wouldn't you own one? Just wondering haha.
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07-01-11, 08:48 PM
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Re: Help for an indecisive newbie?
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I'm thinking about going for it. What do you guys think?
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Good choice, id love to see pictures if/when you get him.
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