Going to college... What do I do with my Ball Python? - Page 5

Ourobouros · 06-22-13, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by KORBIN5895

I am neither rebellious or ignorant so it doesn't really apply to me. I also was studying to be a psychologist so I think I got myself handled.

No one expects you to admit your own faults. It's okay. =D

possum · 06-22-13, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark Taylor

If it was me..

I would try to find someone that will look after the snake properly (Reputable breeder or collector).
Come to some sort of agreement that you pay all expenses for your snake plus some for time cleaning etc. And have access too, so you can get to see your snake live a happy healthy life while you are away.
When you finish your education you still own your snake

If you are unable to find that person I would sell to someone who has experience and wish it all the best.

Good advice, IMO. You might also check with any veterinary clinics in the area...some vet techs might welcome some reptile experience without charging you an arm & a leg. Just to be safe, if you decide to "board" your snake with someone & intend to get it back or be able to visit in the meantime, be sure to make it a written agreement. Reputable people will understand. Also check with nearby zoo's (not that a zoo wants a BP, but a staff member might?) or herpetological societies in the area? Same goes if you just decide to rehome it.

I would not advise sneaking it into the dorm though... remember your pet needs proper conditions and cages set up incorrectly can & have started fires. You could face ALL kinds of penalties (including financial responsibility!) if that were to happen, not to mention the ugly death of your pet.

Also, most dorms (& apartments for that matter) routinely spray to kill bugs...if pets aren't supposed to be there, it's just tough luck if it dies as a result. (that happened to me when I was in college & had a hamster that wasn't supposed to be there...someone in the bldg. had a cat, & before you knew it the entire bldg. needed fumigated for cat fleas...there was no warning...I came home to a dead hamster & no apologies.)

Best of luck!

Ourobouros · 06-22-13, 12:04 PM

I wish I lived closer to the OP because I'd be happy to board it if it's expenses were paid. :'(

My apartment actually let's me have snakes....

Terranaut · 06-22-13, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Ourobouros

The right thing cannot be determined by anyone here other than the OP. Having options is one thing and in the end there may be other factors present we cannot take into account. It's better to have more choices to think about as opposed to having morality dictated towards someone. It's all subjective.

Common sense is not subjective. Again you desire for choice isbased on your youth . Experience in life is the key here. School is everything at this stage. Again argument is null and void.

Ourobouros · 06-22-13, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Terranaut

Common sense is not subjective. Again you desire for choice isbased on your youth . Experience in life is the key here. School is everything at this stage. Again argument is null and void.

I have plenty of experience on the subject at hand =D
College wise I mean

Terranaut · 06-22-13, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Ourobouros

I have plenty of experience on the subject at hand =D
College wise I mean

It's post college I feel your opinion lacks in. Sorry. Not meaning to offend.

KORBIN5895 · 06-22-13, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Terranaut

Common sense is not subjective. Again you desire for choice isbased on your youth . Experience in life is the key here. School is everything at this stage. Again argument is null and void.

His arguing is showing how immature and foolish he still is.

@Ourobouros

I actually admit my mistakes and faults quite often but you are still a little wet behind the ears to understand or see that.

Terranaut · 06-22-13, 04:08 PM

Also the subject at hand is not college it's responsibility.

possum · 06-22-13, 04:39 PM

Perhaps the New England Herpetological Society might be of help to the OP??? New England Herpetological Society

StudentoReptile · 06-22-13, 05:06 PM

To the OP: do what you feel is best and ignore this thread.

smy_749 · 06-22-13, 05:25 PM

I live 30 minutes from mount holyoke college, I asked the OP where she was from orginally but she never answered.

bcr229 · 06-22-13, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by smy_749

I live 30 minutes from mount holyoke college, I asked the OP where she was from orginally but she never answered.

Women tend not to respond to that kind of a question from strange dudes online. Not that you're strange or anything...

smy_749 · 06-22-13, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by bcr229

Women tend not to respond to that kind of a question from strange dudes online. Not that you're strange or anything...

Lolll didn't cross my mind, good point.

Ourobouros · 06-22-13, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by KORBIN5895

His arguing is showing how immature and foolish he still is.

@Ourobouros

I actually admit my mistakes and faults quite often but you are still a little wet behind the ears to understand or see that.

I guess we need to troll each other a little longer eh?

Ourobouros · 06-22-13, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Terranaut

Also the subject at hand is not college it's responsibility.

My fault is, in hindsight, should have researched the legalities of student loans before rushing into college along with my worthless friend. Sorry to deviate. Just feel I have to warn people anytime I have the chance, although it has nothing to do with the OP's question. My apologies....