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Old 09-10-12, 07:51 PM   #1
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FIRST snake, possibly a carpet?

Hi all! I am the producer of a web show on youtube and started working with someone who loves snakes. After all the interaction with them, I have to admit, I went from thinking they were cool to falling in love with them. After holding and getting to know many different kinds, I have grown fond of the Carpet Python. Seeing how I am only going to get one, are there any other suggestions that I might enjoy? The ball pythons are cool but I don't know, I just can't see myself wanting one hahahah. The carpets have such pretty patterns but if there are any suggestions I could get before I make my decision!! Thanks y'all!!
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Yup. Get one they are fantastic to keep in every way.
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Old 09-10-12, 08:24 PM   #3
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Hey dude i have a carpet for sell a matter of fact. Send me a pm if your interested.
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Old 09-10-12, 09:12 PM   #4
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I actually already had one in mind, its a really nice one from this breeder in Maryland actually! Thanks though!! Awesome!! I am so excited
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Re: FIRST snake, possibly a carpet?

a carpet would be a great first snake mate

they are easy to keep and a ver hardy species

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A carpet was my first snake, if you have the room carpets are a great first snake.
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Re: FIRST snake, possibly a carpet?

Just judging from your first post, I think a Carpet Python would be much better snake for you than a Ball Python. I just get the impression that you'll become bored of a Ball Python, especially if it's your only snake.

Carpets are bigger, more active, and like to climb and display themselves if you give them a nice setup.

Ball Pythons spend the vast majority of their time hidden away, they're very sweet and tolerant snakes though.
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You won't be dissapointed with a carpet, the only thing you will struggle with is just owning 1
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thats what I was reading, the carpet seems like I would enjoy it so much more!
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thats what I was reading, the carpet seems like I would enjoy it so much more!
Excellent choice mate.... now it's going to be like a kid in a candy store trying to find the one you like the most with the myriad of carpet looks and sizes out there these days.

May I suggest a high yellow JCP such as this one or a nice high red bredli.

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Old 09-12-12, 08:45 PM   #12
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that high yellow is gorgeous. thats one i was thinking about!
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that high yellow is gorgeous. thats one i was thinking about!
Get a Granite.

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Or a jag
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Old 09-13-12, 07:29 PM   #15
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Carpets are great snakes, but I have to disagree with getting a carpet as a "beginner snake". If you never had a snake before you should start off with a corn snake, they are much easier to care for and come in different colors and patterns.
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