The most important factor in buying a snake is its health. Once you determine that the snake you are buying is healthy, you should consider its species, age, colour, pattern, sex, food, and cost. If buying from a snake breeder, determine their experience and reputation using references where possible. Be equally observant when buying a snake from a private party to ensure it has not been mistreated and that it has been cared for properly.

Your Snake�s Health
When you go to purchase a snake, carefully observe the inside and outside of the cage for dirty surroundings. You may see some sloughed skin or droppings in the cage, but there shouldn�t be a lot. Overcrowded tanks are bad for snakes and, if you see dead snakes, don�t buy. Be sure the snake you buy has been bred in captivity and is not a wild snake. Wild snakes can come with serious problems.

Observe the shape of the snake. Never buy one that is resting sideways, with its head on the floor or has its mouth open. The snake�s spine may be visible, but it shouldn�t be too skinny. If a snake has bits of skin stuck all over it or loose folds of skin, do not buy it; it hasn�t been cared for properly.

Have your snake checked by a vet. Keep a sample of its faeces and store it in the refrigerator until you can take it to a vet. Never put a newly purchased snake into a cage with other snakes until it has been examined and quarantined for at least three months.

Your Snake�s Age
Age may not matter a great deal when buying a snake. Baby snakes can make good pets, but if you buy a baby snake, make sure it eats. A snake that is a little older may be a better choice for a beginner because they will have been handled and feed regularly.

Your Snake�s Cost
Be wary if the snake seems ridiculously cheap in contrast to other snakes of the same breed. There may be an underlying reason.

Your Snake�s Species, Colour, and Pattern, Sex, and Food
Avoid dangerous snakes, such as poisonous snakes. The ownership of certain breeds is governed by legislation. Colour and pattern should reflect the species of snake. Always check these carefully as unscrupulous sellers have been known to pass off one breed as another more expensive) one. The sex of the snake is up to you and makes little difference. Be sure the snake knows how to feed and that you know what to feed it. Find out where to buy the snake�s food. Also be aware that many snakes eat live animals: this can prove distressing for many owners.

If you are planning to keep your snake indoors, you should also be aware that even the best cared for snakes can create a noticeable odour. This isn�t an issue for many people but it may affect the choice of location for the snake.

Conclusion
A snake can make a great pet, but be sure that you purchase a healthy specimen, bred to be a pet. Be sure that you know how to care for it properly and what this entails. classifieds.co.uk has a good choice of snakes from breeders and private sellers. Always check your snake�s health and the environment in which it has been living before committing to a purchase.
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26 August 2008
We have pythons and tortoise of varioud types for sale . contact us for more information.
£50
BT66
25 August 2008
4 royal pythons for sale as downsizing collection. weights 500g,650g,744g and 750g hit and miss feeders with defrost rodents selling for £50 each.
£50
17 August 2008
12 month old bearded dragon for sale. includes daisey the dragon 3ft vivarium (l 3ft , h 18 in d 21in) thermostat, ceramic heat lamp, uv light, and cricket feeder box. the vivarium is in a walnut finished and in good condition. daisey is feeding and shedding well only . .
£225
WR11
3ft oak finish viv with glass door front,good condition,comes with heat control,uv light and spot lights,great for small reptiles or a good starter. looking for quick sale,ready to collect.
£100
DH2
30" wood incubator,ideal for reptile and bird eggs,has a shelf for extra capacity in it,excelent condition,comes with heat controlfor variable temperatures looking for quick sale,ready to collect .
£70
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- 2 years old. hand held throughout its life very nice pet to have round with heated cage, 6ft 4ft with trees ex no longer have the room. good home only thanks 07031923110-07031916160.
LA10
I am selling my male western hognose born on 27/07/2007, he is approximately 13 inches long. he is very friendly & very handleable. he eats well on two/three fuzzies. will be sad to see him go, but need to make room for a clutch of kingsnake eggs i am currently inc. .
£60
GU35
10 August 2008
Beautiful young male. measures 14 inchs (from nose to tip of tail) happy and healthy, eating well (also eats out of my hand) loves being handled and siting on my shoulder!! very sad to sell him, but i really need his viv space. he will make someone . .
£50
CV11
01 August 2008
8 beautiful, 4 week old cornsnakes. ideal pet for children. they are living in the house, very nice. brought up up with children. they have eaten more then 3 times. parents can be seen. .
£30
YO8
31 July 2008
Nice looking frog grows to 10 inches really funny thing loves to be handle wil cut down in price plz call to find out my number is 01782268897.
£40
ST1
29 July 2008
2ft female royal python tame swap for pair cornsnake,kingsnakes or baby bearded dragons anything else considered.
£50
DY4
2ft bosc montor good eater can be handled swap for cornsnake,kingsnake or baby bearded dragons anything else considered.
£50
DY4
27 July 2008
Hi i have a very tame bearded dragon for sale its a male about 2 years old loves lots of fuss lol the vivarium is complete with every think you need the viv is 4ft so it will last him all its life im only selling him as i do not have the time to give it the fuss he nee. .
£280
WS15
For sale breeding pair yemen chameleons with a flexarium 175, clamp lamps and other accessories. female pregnant. genuine sale due to moving.
HR4
21 July 2008
Very tame bearded dragon around 17inches long in 3ft glass viv,well worth a look with loads of extras including a running water feature, plants, logs etc really stunning set up! offers considered!!!!.
£200
three 2007 hatchling bearded dragons . orange/red/brown bearded dragon is 60 pounds . friendly, healthy and nice colourings . eat vegatables, crickets, locust and wax worms . can be sexed if asked . available from now :).
£50
GU51
20 July 2008
2 yr old bearded dragon very friendly swap for monitor lizard or pair of cornsnakes or kingsnakes anything else considered must be in west midlands area.
DY4
19 July 2008
Leopard gecko babies for sale from £20.
£20
BS22
16 July 2008
i am a full time breeder of baby ball pythons in this part of africa. i breed morphs of the following categories; pastels, pastel jungles, caramels, albinos, piebald, normal and other rare species like the platinum’s . my prices are moderate. if interested conta. .
£250
NW6
11 July 2008
Emerald green tree monitors cb08- £220 cb04 diamond pythons 2 male and 1 female- £260 cbo6 green tree pythons-£180 adult cb05 panther chameleons £110 each blood red baby beardies £ 60 each free nationwide delivery mainland uk only ra. .
£200
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