Before you purchase any type of reptile...
There will be a few key things you need to think about before you decide on whether you want to own a reptile or not. Many people purchase them because they think they look "cool" and they will in turn make you look like an interesting individual. A reptile is not like owning a puppy or a kitten as they are not domesticated, require much more work, as well as specialized housing and general needs. Listed will be some questions and concerns you will need to address before looking further into reptile ownership.
- Will you be permitted to own this animal?
- How big will this animal get?
- How will this animal be housed?
- What will this animal need to be fed?
- How will this animal need to be handled, and will it have any health risks when doing so?