im 13,how do i tell my aunt that i NEED A SNAKE, I love them i want to work with them when im older!!Read plz.

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im 13,how do i tell my aunt that i NEED A SNAKE, I love them i want to work with them when im older.
I ask her "Please can i get a snake" shed say "no" id say "y" and then shed say like because or some reason the snake would be in my bedroom she dont go in there now so how would she see it. All i want is a corn snake, Which are easy to breed!?!

How do i explain to her that their not dangerous and can not harm and do not grow very long

Answer 1

you do not "need" a snake - you want a snake...maybe when you are old enough to know the difference between the two you will get one?!?

Answer 2

First off, though corn snakes are popular it doesn't mean that they are easy to take care of. Every animal has needs. And those needs get mighty expensive. Especially when you're 13 and going to school.
If your aunt does finally give in to letting you buy your own snake, consider this, a good tank can be anywhere from $40 -$200, then there's substrate to consider, tank ornaments, supliments, food, and vet bills (should the snake, heaven forbid, become ill). And the corn snake alone is another cost (I'm not sure how much.)
There's also the fact that you mentioned breeding. Have you done research? I researched and studied reptiles and canines for seven years before my parents took me seriously. Part of the reason that your aunt may not want you getting a snake may be fear on her part. But another part may be the fact that at 13, though I know that most kids who are interested in reptiles are usually very aware of their responsibilities, sometimes the snake gets forgotten. You may loose interest in the little guy or girl within a year. And they're around for a lot longer.
Be responsible about it. research it at the library and on the internet. If you're willing to put the work into learning about the animal then maybe (and that's a huge maybe) you may have a chance.
Whatever you do, do NOT go behind her back and get the snake. That just makes living with your aunt horrid. She'll loose trust in you. Do you want that? And the snake may end up being the one who's the victim.
Lastly, do you know where you would buy or adopt your snake? Don't say petstore because a lot of those are horrid places that don't really know how to take care of their animals. Find a vet. Ask them questions. Do they see reptiles, do they have any information about snakes?
What is the feild that you want to go into regarding snakes?
I do beleive that a snake is a good pet for a young adult, but only if the person _IS_ a young adult and not a child. Do your research. Think about the time you'll have to spend training (and yes it is training to get the snake used to being handled, and fed and so on...) and getting the snake used to you and the rest of your family. You have to be sure the snake won't be agressive to anyone.
Good luck, hope this helps. I do hope you get a snake friend in the future.
~Manda

Answer 3

I had this SAME EXACT problem when I was you age. I wanted just ONE lizard, and my mom wouldn't let me get one. It's a few years later, and I have 9 lizards!

Now, here's what you do. You have to start small and work your way up. Instead of going fr a corn snake, which can get 6 feet long, try a garter snake or some other small snake. Catch one and show her how harmless it is. Make sure you don't catch a mean one! All that youhave to do is find a snake that ou can get her to admit is cute. It works every time! If she won't even look at it, try for a lizard or frog. She can't say no to a frog! They're too cute! Once you have managed to get her to give in for ONE animal, take VERY good care of it, and getting another, BIGGER, one will be easy. All you have to do is get one, small,, starter animal, and you will get your Corn snake.

Also,corn snakes are realatively easy to breed. Put a male and female together, colllect the eggs, incubate, and have dozes of baby snakes!

Happy Hunting!!!!

Answer 4

Clearly, your aunt doesn't think you are old enough, mature enough, or otherwise prepared to care for this reptile properly.

I 'loved' reptiles when I was younger too, but I had to suck it up and wait until I was 18 and living on my own to collect and breed reptiles- learn about them while you're young, and wait until you're older to start working with them.

Just because a corn snake is not dangerous and is small, doesn't mean things can't go wrong. Have you ever been bitten by a snake? Do you know what kind of diseases they can get, and what must be done for them? Do you know what mites are and how to treat them? How to tell a male from a female? How to incubate an egg?

Like I said, do your learning now. Wait until you're actually ready to get a reptile. As long as you have this obssessive "I Need One" thing going, you DON'T.

Answer 5

Well, I think the big question is. Who will be supporting this snake if you were to get one? Do you have a job? At 13 I seriously doubt it. Parents do know best and I'm glad you have a fascination for snakes, but reptiles are a big responsibility and it's only proper that someone waits until they are old enough to take care of ALL the responsibilities involved. I can believe that you are willing to take care of it, but who's gonna buy the snake? Who's gonna buy the enclosure? The light? The food once a week? The substrate when it gets dirty and needs to be replaced once a month? Seriously something to think about.

Owner of a 4 year old, 6 foot long, male green iguana.

Answer 6

Get some facts about the exact snake like brochures or pamphlets or printouts from credible sites. It should address their behavior and what it takes to take care of them. Then show to her and explain that you want to show your aunt how you are learning to be a responsbile teen and this is one way you can do it. Also don't beg, and don't say you "need" the snake. Personally I know how she feels and I won't want to be near a snake either. But the more factual you are and the less emotional you are, the more she'll at least listen.

Answer 7

If your aunt is anything like my Mom, you may have to wait until you move out to get one (I did). I would start off showing her how responsible you are, keep your room tidy, keep your grades good in school and look for a part-time job, like baby sitting or paper route. Save most of your money from the job and when you have enough to buy(or look into rescuing or the classifides I paid $100 for childrens pyton and a 44 gal tank!) one tell her how hard you worked and that you will pay for everything for the snake. You can also promis her that she'll never have to see it or do anything for it. Good luck!

Answer 8

well i would say that u get some research on them. for ex: get something on what they eat how to clean the and esecially if they bite. also on how big they are. and if u really want it that bad tell her that u will sacrifice something or do more chores around the house. this should work. also tell her that this is what u want to do when u grow up. looking after snakes or whatever. also do something to deserve it like good grades.

Answer 9

well first off your being wise starting off with a corn snake.. good deal.. snakes are really harmelss you just have to break it down to your aunt.. tell her he stays in his tank unless your there. you will feed him and clean his tank... heck dogs are more dangerous.. but people say no and are scared cuz they dont know any better.. educate show her what snakes are about.. and tell her to be happy you want a corn snake and not a retic :)

Answer 10

The particular snake you want to keep may look harmless, but all reptiles carry salmonella. To ensure not only YOUR safety, but the safety of all those in the house, you need to be aware. Every time you touch the snake or it's habitat.. wash you hands!!