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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:04:29 AM EDT
I took over care of a yellow Ackie Monitor (Spiny tailed lizard), a couple years back. I couldn't stand to see it treated the way it was being taken care of. Little food, bad environment....so on, and so on.
It's a tricky little animal to maintain and it needs a good home. I just don't know what to do at this point. I have tried the local university, some herp forum's and the like, but I just want this little dude to have a better home. I can maintain, but that was never my plan. It needs a at leat a 3x4 on the surface with at least 2ft of dirt below it to burrow; and a ton of heat (lamps/lights). It should be fed live insects regularly. How do I find a home for a rare lizard? Also, it has lost some of it's tail and two toes from dehydration and will most likely not be a good partner/mate. Which seems to be the going motivation for buying monitors these days. Any help would be really appreciated. 
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:09:59 AM EDT
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Well, he's not big enough to make a pair of boots out of...But maybe a nice concealed carry holster?
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:10:12 AM EDT
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Looks like a new belt.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:14:36 AM EDT
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2 posts -- 2 ignores. Got to be a record.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:18:25 AM EDT
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2 posts -- 2 ignores. Got to be a record. Three?
Don't think his pattern is good boot/wallet/etc material anyway. Local zoo? |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:19:33 AM EDT
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How about letting your local herp club/society know about him. Might be able to adopt him out to someone that knows and is capable of dealing with it.
Not me...got rid of all the monitors years ago. Got tired of drywall repairs....damned blood monitors are stronger than they look The rough neck monitors were a hoot too. Lots of fun trying to catch those idiots. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:19:42 AM EDT
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I remember when those were going for over a grand.
Been awhile since I was in the Herp game, as soon as I get a new place I'm getting back into it. If it wasn't for my building regs and the distance I would take it off your hands right now.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:20:47 AM EDT
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Is that a plasma? The pixel pattern doesn't look like LCD.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:21:24 AM EDT
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Three?
Don't think his pattern is good boot/wallet/etc material anyway. Local zoo? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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2 posts -- 2 ignores. Got to be a record. Three?
Don't think his pattern is good boot/wallet/etc material anyway. Local zoo? I will take no advice from someone who falls down. But I shall not ignore you! Your antics are to entertaining! But cereal...... |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:21:34 AM EDT
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Temperment?
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:22:06 AM EDT
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Neat looking lizard OP. I honestly couldn't tell you. I know a guy who collects weird snakes, but I don't think he dabbles in lizards. Seems to be more work.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:22:18 AM EDT
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Call a local the AZ Herpetological Association.
ETA: A-Zeppelin fan...not AZ-zeppelin fan. 
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:22:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Temperment? |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:24:17 AM EDT
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Even if he's not mellow, they tame pretty easily. Just have to know how to handle them, and don't be in a hurry. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Temperment? Yeah.. Ive always been a snake person, never into the monitors, lizards, or gekos. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:24:18 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: How about letting your local herp club/society know about him. Might be able to adopt him out to someone that knows and is capable of dealing with it. Not me...got rid of all the monitors years ago. Got tired of drywall repairs....damned blood monitors are stronger than they look The rough neck monitors were a hoot too. Lots of fun trying to catch those idiots. Roughnecks were cake compared to those. Full grown Argus monitors can be an adventure as well. Smart mofos with a wicked bite as adults.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:24:22 AM EDT
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Hey OP, maybe you can be the herp version of FluffyTheCat
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:24:33 AM EDT
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How about letting your local herp club/society know about him. Might be able to adopt him out to someone that knows and is capable of dealing with it. Not me...got rid of all the monitors years ago. Got tired of drywall repairs....damned blood monitors are stronger than they look The rough neck monitors were a hoot too. Lots of fun trying to catch those idiots. I've exhausted those options over and over. I don't even want money for this dude. I just want a stable owner that can feed it and heat it. I'll pay for shipping and setup. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:24:54 AM EDT
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1/10
Overcooked |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:24:59 AM EDT
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That's a Red Ackie. Those lizards are cool as hell and they don't get big. That one looks full grown. Feed it crickets and the occasional pinky mouse and it will be happy.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:26:17 AM EDT
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I will take no advice from someone who falls down. But I shall not ignore you! Your antics are to entertaining! But cereal...... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Don't think his pattern is good boot/wallet/etc material anyway. Local zoo? I will take no advice from someone who falls down. But I shall not ignore you! Your antics are to entertaining! But cereal...... I was cereal... And atleast I get up. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:26:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had to catch escape artists known as Crocodile Monitors on multiple occasions. That was always fun. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: How about letting your local herp club/society know about him. Might be able to adopt him out to someone that knows and is capable of dealing with it. Not me...got rid of all the monitors years ago. Got tired of drywall repairs....damned blood monitors are stronger than they look The rough neck monitors were a hoot too. Lots of fun trying to catch those idiots. Roughnecks were cake compared to those. Full grown Argus monitors can be an adventure as well. Smart mofos with a wicked bite as adults. Try taming full grown golden tegus, fresh from the wild. You will learn new words, continuously. And become well known in your local urgent care. Crocodile monitors were too expensive back when, for me to consider them. Sold them, shipped them...but didn't want to own one. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:26:52 AM EDT
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Temperment? He goes limp as soon as you control it. As far as temperament with other monitors, I have no idea...... and would suggest that it is a bad idea to assume it will be able to get along with others. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:27:17 AM EDT
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Send it here, I have a whole herp collection. PM for addy if you are serious
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:28:21 AM EDT
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Send it here, I have a whole herp collection. PM for addy if you are serious Pics of herps?
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:29:15 AM EDT
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That's a Red Ackie. Those lizards are cool as hell and they don't get big. That one looks full grown. Feed it crickets and the occasional pinky mouse and it will be happy. It's not red, trust me. It eats a lot of everything as well. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:30:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Roughnecks were cake compared to those. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: How about letting your local herp club/society know about him. Might be able to adopt him out to someone that knows and is capable of dealing with it. Not me...got rid of all the monitors years ago. Got tired of drywall repairs....damned blood monitors are stronger than they look The rough neck monitors were a hoot too. Lots of fun trying to catch those idiots. Roughnecks were cake compared to those. Full grown Argus monitors can be an adventure as well. Smart mofos with a wicked bite as adults. Try taming full grown golden tegus, fresh from the wild. You will learn new words, continuously. And become well known in your local urgent care. Crocodile monitors were too expensive back when, for me to consider them. Sold them, shipped them...but didn't want to own one. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:34:04 AM EDT
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Send it here, I have a whole herp collection. PM for addy if you are serious All we need now is someone with a derp collection.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:34:30 AM EDT
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There are herp rescues out there, I know of one in SW Ohio that takes in everything from tortoises to gators. I can't remember the name off the top of my head since I've been out of the herp circles for 8+ years now. No university zoology department in the area to contact? NKU was affiliated with the Ohio herp collector/enthusiast society when I was a member.
I wish I could help, but I don't currently have the space for a monitor, even though I've wanted one for a long time. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:41:36 AM EDT
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There are herp rescues out there, I know of one in SW Ohio that takes in everything from tortoises to gators. I can't remember the name off the top of my head since I've been out of the herp circles for 8+ years now. No university zoology department in the area to contact? NKU was affiliated with the Ohio herp collector/enthusiast society when I was a member. I wish I could help, but I don't currently have the space for a monitor, even though I've wanted one for a long time. Thanks. I have tried all local outlets. Rescues are miss or miss for me right now. From what I am getting, its a space issue and I totally understand. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:53:21 AM EDT
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First two posts nailed it.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:53:58 AM EDT
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Don't know what to do? Monitor it.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 2:56:39 AM EDT
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:13:13 AM EDT
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:19:40 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:23:24 AM EDT
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ROFL this thread is starting to deliver
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home.
Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun.  The advice you aline with is in the minority by the way.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:30:06 AM EDT
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Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun.
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home.
Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun.
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sage
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:32:42 AM EDT
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Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun. The advice you aline with is in the minority by the way.
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home.
Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun. The advice you aline with is in the minority by the way.
Your sense of humor is... Dormant. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:39:38 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:43:55 AM EDT
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Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun. The advice you aline with is in the minority by the way.
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home.
Edit: What does sage mean? And I am a Liberal, because I don't kill animals to wear or for fun. The advice you aline with is in the minority by the way.
Normally, I'd feel obliged to respond, but as you are on my ignore list, I can't see your post. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:48:58 AM EDT
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That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. So not wanting retard advice means OP belongs at DU? Are you sure that pet reptile owners being deviants is a majority opinion on this website? |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:50:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: First two posts nailed it. I cant see the first two post, or yours. That is indeed a shame because they offered sage advise. Here is some more, if you don't care for the majority of opinions on this website, perhaps you would feel more comfortable posting on the Democrat Underground. I'm sure there you will find more like minded deviants that enjoy disgusting reptiles crawling around and shitting all over their home. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:56:10 AM EDT
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whoever takes it should name it holster
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Posted: 8/26/2014 3:57:43 AM EDT
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if my living situation would allow it, i would say send him here, but unfortunately i cant even have my dogs, let alone a reptile.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:03:09 AM EDT
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if my living situation would allow it, i would say send him here, but unfortunately i cant even have my dogs, let alone a reptile. No worries....I think I have made contact with a couple good people in this thread that might be able to provide a good home for the animal. Thanks so much for all the support GD. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:03:13 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:06:08 AM EDT
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Have you contacted the local veterinarians or animal hospitals?
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:14:48 AM EDT
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Have you contacted the local veterinarians or animal hospitals? How about reptile stores or pet shops? I've done the vet/hospital thing. They have been really helpful with care and medication. Shops and stores I'm not interested in, that is where it came from. I just want someone to put some time and work into this guy/gal......it's worth it for some individual. This dude has more to offer than just a holster.  Bastards.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:23:35 AM EDT
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No worries....I think I have made contact with a couple good people in this thread that might be able to provide a good home for the animal. Thanks so much for all the support GD. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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if my living situation would allow it, i would say send him here, but unfortunately i cant even have my dogs, let alone a reptile. No worries....I think I have made contact with a couple good people in this thread that might be able to provide a good home for the animal. Thanks so much for all the support GD. i miss having monitors and tegus, they are such neat animals |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:30:15 AM EDT
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I've done the vet/hospital thing. They have been really helpful with care and medication. Shops and stores I'm not interested in, that is where it came from. I just want someone to put some time and work into this guy/gal......it's worth it for some individual. This dude has more to offer than just a holster. Bastards.Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Have you contacted the local veterinarians or animal hospitals? How about reptile stores or pet shops? I've done the vet/hospital thing. They have been really helpful with care and medication. Shops and stores I'm not interested in, that is where it came from. I just want someone to put some time and work into this guy/gal......it's worth it for some individual. This dude has more to offer than just a holster. Bastards.I'm sure you're quite right, one could probably get a Crocodile Dundee style hat band out of him also. |
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:34:11 AM EDT
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I hope you find holster a good home. Also I have ignored all of you.
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Posted: 8/26/2014 4:40:33 AM EDT
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I hope you find holster a good home. Also I have ignored all of you.
Holster is it's new name! Maybe JHMC can come sex it for me. Meet you on DU??? |
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