My male boa’s been glass surfing and pacing his enclosure almost 24/7 since yesterday morning. His temps and humidity are where they should be (77F on cool side, 88F on warm side). Could a female be nearby and he’s horny lol? Anyone have experience with this? I finally covered his cage this morning hoping with towels to reduce his nose rubbing on the glass. Thanks!
I’m curious. I’ve had insomnia my whole life. I would it go 3 days without sleeping. I really want to do a sleep study since I’ve gotten a little better, but still pretty pathetic daily sleep. Would love to hear your experiences. My insomnia is very situational based - I need two fans on, white noise all night, specific pillow, and my partner in bed with me. Do they let you play white noise and bring your own stuff? I’d really like my partner there with me but I’d doubt they’d allow that. I just know that change in routine will prevent me from sleeping and will trigger my “forgetting how to fall asleep” insomnia. Thanks all!
My guy unfortunately tested positive. He hasn’t been showing any signs of a health decline. I had a ball python who tested for Nidovirus, and he survived and is alive and well. Can this be similar, where snakes test positive and are asymptomatic or carriers? Or is IBD a ticking time bomb that is inevitable? People said Nido was a death sentence, yet my previous ball python survived and got well. That’s why I ask, I don’t want to euthanize my Boa unless I have to. He’s 5 years old, so wouldn’t something of happened by now? Any experience with this is appreciated. Thanks all.
If you have, thank you you’re awesome! I have a few questions. I rescued my ball python and nursed him back to help. He health was neglected but his temperament was amazing. Now I recently rescued a 6 ft boa…whose health was also neglected but it seems he was physically abused. I’ve gotten his health back on track (and even sent out testing for IBD, Nido, etc. in case), however I’m having a hard time coming up with a plan for trying to get him to trust people again.
He has never struck me or shown signs of aggression. He is just 100% scared of someone picking him up. Also hates car rides. He came from a druggie and smelt like an ash tray when he was taken from the piece of crap who had him. He’s got scarring on his spine which leads me to believe he was trying to escape something at some point and was too big to fit. When I try to pick him up, he panics and slithers away fast. Once I lift him up, he’s good and likes to explore. It’s the initial picking up I’m looking for advice on and how often. Should I use a snake hook instead of my hands? I try to scoop him up and touch him beforehand gently to let him know I’m not a threat. I know it’ll keep time…Thanks all!
Hey guys! Trying to learn here. So I just got my first boa, and I thought I had his heating dialed in but maybe not. I have a 100w ceramic emitter, 100w deep heat projector, and 100w halogen bulb. I thought I was overdoing it but even all on the hot side, the surface substrate temp is 80-82F. Inside his hide is also 82F ish. It’s a 6x2x2 tank. Thermostat is plugged in, it’s set to 92F basking. Shouldn’t the substrate be a bit more warm like 86-88F? When I temp gunned his body it says 88F. Would love some help / advice, just want the best home for the guy. I already have requested Reptile Lighting group for acceptance. Thanks!
Brought this rescue home today, looking forward to earning his trust❤️ the reptile shop I got him from saved him from death after a druggie brought him in and wanted $10 for him. Can’t wait to spoil him!
So I’m picking up my 5.5ft 5 year old male in 2 weeks. He’s a BCI, labeled as a red tail at the store. I’ve had ball pythons before but always have wanted a bigger snake! Would love some advice from you guys. I’ve been researching as much as I can, here is my shopping list so far:
I know that the buns are slow rise from Puritan Bakery but is there a store bought alternative? Thanks all!
Hey all. I’ve been with this company for 5 years, I really like to be loyal and work very hard. There’s been 3 people in my department however ever since the company hasn’t been doing well, they laid off those 2 people, leaving only me in my department. There’s plenty of work - the two other employees kept calling out and did horribly, so their laying off wasn’t a lack of work issue. The problem is my company isn’t even considering hiring a replacement for both of them, not even one of them. This leaves me being the only person in the whole company knowing how to cover this department. Not even my boss knows how to do my duties / role, it’s pretty difficult to learn as well.
I’m barely managing doing a 3 person job. It also stresses me out because I feel I can’t get sick or take time off since I’m the only person. My job requires very, time sensitive tasks. If something comes in that day - I have to complete the work within 2 hours. Usually get 10-30 tasks a day. It’s very fast paced. I’m sitting here thinking, can I ever take time off? It’s been 3 months since they laid off the 2 others, so I asked for 2 days off in July. Their response was “Well, we’ll see how the volumes are by then” so can I not plan a vacation then? We can’t predict the volumes, it’s very inconsistent how busy or slow we get. It can change by the hour.
I’m not sure how to hand this, I have respect for my boss and the company but I feel disrespected at this point. Thanks all.
**EDIT: I woke up this morning to see an amazing supportive and helpful comment section. Thank you everyone! I will be staying in planning a vacation so I will be home those days. If that’s denied I will be working until then and then never go back on the days I requested. Appreciate you all, it can get easy to get stuck in the weeds.
Hey all. I’ve been with this company for 5 years, I really like to be loyal and work very hard. There’s been 3 people in my department however ever since the company hasn’t been doing well, they laid off those 2 people, leaving only me in my department. There’s plenty of work - the two other employees kept calling out and did horribly, so their laying off wasn’t a lack of work issue. The problem is my company isn’t even considering hiring a replacement for both of them, not even one of them. This leaves me being the only person in the whole company knowing how to cover this department. Not even my boss knows how to do my duties / role, it’s pretty difficult to learn as well.
I’m barely managing doing a 3 person job. It also stresses me out because I feel I can’t get sick or take time off since I’m the only person. My job requires very, time sensitive tasks. If something comes in that day - I have to complete the work within 2 hours. Usually get 10-30 tasks a day. It’s very fast paced. I’m sitting here thinking, can I ever take time off? It’s been 3 months since they laid off the 2 others, so I asked for 2 days off in July. Their response was “Well, we’ll see how the volumes are by then” so can I not plan a vacation then? We can’t predict the volumes, it’s very inconsistent how busy or slow we get. It can change by the hour.
I’m not sure how to hand this, I have respect for my boss and the company but I feel disrespected at this point. Thanks all.
Specifically entry level or starting out…Cross Country Mortgage seems to have the most remote opportunities. Curious if anyone else knows any. I looked into Rocket, Freedom, and Pennymac. Not a whole lot. Specially interested in Loan Processor / Assistant roles. Thanks!
Hello all :) I’m currently 26 and am looking for a related career path to what I’m currently doing. I’ve worked in both commercial and residential construction as an office admin / coordinator for a general contractor. I’m behind the scenes for the projects in the office and support the field team. My role also involves invoicing / accounting, vendor relations, and travel arrangements for our field staff. I also support the leadership team and owner with financial reporting.
I’d like some advice. I currently do a lot of different tasks - I’m trying to find a position more specialized and universal. We’d like to move in a year and I’m worried about finding another construction admin job, since each role is so different depending on the company. I was looking at a mortgage loan officer or processor, maybe even insurance claims analyst. My end goal is to find a role I could move and find pretty easily - anyone have role recommendations? I don’t want to go into sales - however I am really good and personable on the phone. People always say I made their day - I’m very professional and polite. I’m just not good at presenting or selling things. Thanks all!
Hello all :) I’m currently 26 and am looking for a related career path to what I’m currently doing. I’ve worked in both commercial and residential construction as an office admin / coordinator for a general contractor. I’m behind the scenes for the projects in the office and support the field team. My role also involves invoicing / accounting, vendor relations, and travel arrangements for our field staff. I also support the leadership team and owner with financial reporting.
I’d like some advice. I currently do a lot of different tasks - I’m trying to find a position more specialized and universal. We’d like to move in a year and I’m worried about finding another construction admin job, since each role is so different depending on the company. I was looking at a mortgage loan officer or processor, maybe even insurance claims analyst. My end goal is to find a role I could move and find pretty easily - anyone have role recommendations? I don’t want to go into sales - however I am really good and personable on the phone. People always say I made their day - I’m very professional and polite. I’m just not good at presenting or selling things. Thanks all!
I got a card in the mail and it shows the live vinyl preview. I believe it’s called Queens NY edition. But I was wondering if anyone knew of the official date it’ll be available to purchase. Thanks all!
So far I’m seeing a 16’ truck from Budget for $2132. That seems to be the best deal but curious of anyone else’s deals they’ve found. Thanks!