This just turns people off of buying snakes for pets.

I highly suggest and recommend that you buy a corn snake for your first (second or third) pet snake.

What pet snake should I buy? I get asked all the time what is the best first pet snake? I'll break down the differences between Boas, Cornsnakes and Ball Pythons in this weeks show! Enjoy and share!
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We have some bright Yellow Rat snakes for sale at incredibly low prices. This active reptile generally reaches lengths of 4' to 6' and is one of the most popular pet snakes in the world. When you buy a Yellow Rat snake from us, you automatically receive our 100% live arrival guarantee.

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So you're planning to buy a pet snake soon, and you're wondering what kinds of supplies you will need to purchase. If so, you've come to the right place. We have some captive-bred Ball Pythons for sale at incredibly low prices. This is one of the most popular pet snakes in the world, mainly due to their docile nature and beautiful markings. See what all the fuss is about and order one today. When you buy a ball python from us, you automatically receive our 100% live arrival guarantee.We have some amazing Water snakes for sale at rock-bottom prices. These are active reptiles with large appetites. They are excellent swimmers and hunters. When you buy a snake from us, you automatically receive our 100% live arrival guarantee.Buying a snake is like buying any other pet: you should make sure you can handle the responsibility and provide the right care. Changing your mind at a later stage causes problems as many sanctuaries will be unable to take in your snake and turning it loose is not an option. Also, check laws in your city as some species (very large or venomous) are restricted in certain cities.First most, understand that no matter what, even if you buy a Snake for sale, or adopt, as a new pet owner it is your responsibility to care for the Snake it’s entire lifespan. Part of that responsibility is taking time to understand the basic needs of a Snake. At the top of that list should be getting know the diet of a Snake. Find out how often and what a Snake needs to eat. Next, what shelter do you need to provide? Get to know what habitat a Snake is accustom to, what temperature will the Snake need to maintain, and what range of temperatures are acceptable for a Snake to survive.I am not suggesting that everyone should own a snake. Quite the opposite, I feel that most people should actually do a little more research before buying one. I frequent the local classified ads () on a semi-regular basis, and am appalled by the vast number of Ball Pythons, Corn Snakes and Boa Constrictors available on any given day. The majority of the animals for sale, have been short-term pets that have lost the allure that they once held with their owners.