Repticon or Craigslist?

[MDT]

Avoid the temptation w CL. The altruism is admirable, but you can't save them all. And, you run the risk of bringing diseases into your established collection. You may have just incurred several hundred dollars of vet bills to treat the rescue and/or your animals.

Even reptile shows are increasingly sketchy if you do not buy from a truly established breeder.

[Aaron_S]

Originally Posted by MDT

Avoid the temptation w CL. The altruism is admirable, but you can't save them all. And, you run the risk of bringing diseases into your established collection. You may have just incurred several hundred dollars of vet bills to treat the rescue and/or your animals.

Even reptile shows are increasingly sketchy if you do not buy from a truly established breeder.

This is perfect. You need to find someone who will give you support or information on the animal after purchase. It's only your second animal, it's best to go with someone who isn't going to disappear after purchase.