I am a convert. Snakes make great pets! They only need feeding twice weekly and are not big eaters or ‘messers’. They take up little space and make no noise. The best type to start with is a python. Children’s pythons are less than a metre long, docile and easy to handle. With experience you can progress to a carpet python, a yellow and black diamond python, or a woma python, which can be anything from striped pink and brown to bright yellow. Dr Harry's pet check
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Dr Harry's amazing animalsBefore buying a snake, you’ll need a licence from the National Parks and Wildlife Service, and it’s worth finding a local ‘mentor’ who can get you started. You can buy snakes from registered breeders and, in some states, pet shops. It will set you back from $250, but also set you apart from Mr and Mrs Average! For more information, visit www.livereptiledisplays.com.au