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sherrielouise
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 14/04/2009 : 15:02:54
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Hi Everyone,
My name is Sherrie, my partner Adrian. We are picking up our first Royal this week... We are both really excited. I found this website and have found it very useful and thought I should join.
We have reasearch alot about Royals before we decided to get one, however we do not know what we are looking for to ensure the snake is in good health, the right weight, size etc. Can anyone help?
He is 10 months old, he appears well, however he does have a scar which the present owner said he did on a faulty heat mat and that this should disapear after a couple of sheadings. He is said to be a good eater, and feeds every 7 days.
We fell in love with him when we saw him and decided to purchase him, I'm just a little worried with it being a private sale and not from a pet store/reptile shop.
I really just wanted any tips to look out for to ensure he is in good health, what size roughly he should be for a 10 month old, or maybe it is a good idea I take him to a vets to be checked over, weighed etc?
Many thanks
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Blackecho
Royal Python Admin
United Kingdom
11327 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 15:40:13
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Hi Sherrie, welcome to the forum.
For a 10 month old Royal eating well I'd expect it to be >500g (I use digital kitchen scales).
Check that his eyes are clear and not sunken.
Check for mites (tiny black creatures) especially between the belly scales (you should be able to gently twist or get a nail under to look - gently!)
If you hold him halfway along he should be able to support the front half of his body's weight and head.
Check for any signs of retained shed (especially around the eyes and the tip of the tail).
The scar, is it actually a scar or still a wound?
I wouldn't be worried about it being a private sale, most private breeders/owners know a lot more than most Pet Shops.
Good luck.
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 15:59:09
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hi and welcome...
BE is spot on...great advice... |
 
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lee2308
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2597 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 16:36:09
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| hi and welcome to the forum,where abouts are you,perhas if there is someone local to you they could go along with you. |
Members map-------Want to be on the map?
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sherrielouise
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
36 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 16:55:10
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Hi thanks for the advice :-)
I live in Bolton, Lancashire.
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Kazerella
Royal Python Admin
United Kingdom
1196 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 16:58:48
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Hello Sherrie
I agree with BE- private sellers all the way (and not just because they are usually cheaper ) |
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Ninja
Yearling
United Kingdom
103 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 17:10:27
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Hi and welcome to forums c:
I live just outside of Manchester so I coulda helped you out, however I am a total newb to snakes also so wouldnt be any help lol. Good luck though. Also, it's QUITE a way from Bolton, but if you're ever in the Bury area I'd say take a trip into Prestwich and visit Viper and Vine, there's some reps in there and it's nice to go in to window shop. :p |
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sherrielouise
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
36 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 17:11:33
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The guy I'm buying off did seem to know what he was talking about, he said he has kept various snakes over the years. i think its just because its all new to me.
I've just tried to add a picture of him to my profile using photobucket..not sure if it will turn out...here goes. |
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wolfspirit
Old Royal - I Post too much!
United Kingdom
5741 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 17:16:16
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Originally posted by Ninja
Hi and welcome to forums c:
I live just outside of Manchester so I coulda helped you out, however I am a total newb to snakes also so wouldnt be any help lol. Good luck though. Also, it's QUITE a way from Bolton, but if you're ever in the Bury area I'd say take a trip into Prestwich and visit Viper and Vine, there's some reps in there and it's nice to go in to window shop. :p
I am coming up to Congelton next week to pick up a royal... |
"No one can go back and make a brand new start. Anyone can start from
now and make a brand new ending."
-- Source Unknown
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sherrielouise
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
36 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 17:16:38
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maybe this will work
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wolfspirit
Old Royal - I Post too much!
United Kingdom
5741 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 17:17:15
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Hi Sherrie, welcome to the forum, and good luck with your first royal, they are addictive...
he is really handsome... |
"No one can go back and make a brand new start. Anyone can start from
now and make a brand new ending."
-- Source Unknown
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Ninja
Yearling
United Kingdom
103 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 17:35:56
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Aaw he's so tiny. :) Looks like he wants a go of your laptop lol.
Nip into VnV Wolf, you wont be dissapointed. :) |
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lee2308
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
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MissCat
Fully Grown Royal
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Posted - 14/04/2009 : 21:20:49
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 14/04/2009 : 23:45:58
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quote:
Originally posted by Ninja
Aaw he's so tiny. :) Looks like he wants a go of your laptop lol.
Nip into VnV Wolf, you wont be dissapointed. :)
I popped in to Viper and Vine today...really nice shop... |
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Dazzetski
Yearling
United Kingdom
461 Posts |
Posted - 15/04/2009 : 06:23:01
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| Hello! |
 
0.2.0 Cats (Spud & Phoebe) RIP Stevie fat man
1.1.0 Royals (Syd & Sofia)
2.2.3 Corns (Hogan, Shaggy, Sparkle, Tango, Fred, Haribo & Go Faster)
0.0.1 Columbian Rainbow Boa (Escobar)
1.1.0 Variable King Snakes (Lancelot & Guinaverre)
0.0.20 Fish |
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Ninja
Yearling
United Kingdom
103 Posts |
Posted - 21/04/2009 : 20:30:33
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quote:
Originally posted by dazb
quote:
Originally posted by Ninja
Aaw he's so tiny. :) Looks like he wants a go of your laptop lol.
Nip into VnV Wolf, you wont be dissapointed. :)
I popped in to Viper and Vine today...really nice shop...
Hehe, yeah its pretty neat, didnt come out with anything 'accidentally' in your bag?  |
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dazb
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2847 Posts |
Posted - 21/04/2009 : 23:06:51
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| no was just passing so thought i would pop in... |
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Gingerpony
Royal Python Moderator
United Kingdom
2663 Posts |
Posted - 22/04/2009 : 20:20:08
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| belated heya and welcome |
Dumerils boas, BCO hybrids, Sinder Hypo boas, cornsnakes, ratsnakes, Day Geckos
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