Great video. You do an awesome job of taking proper care and being thorough. It's awesome how you come across with passion as more of a pet owner and less from a business perspective.
Hope you read this because I’ve been looking for a video about this idea. I’m a future breeder haven’t started gathering Boas to breed yet because I want to know as much as I can about it. So I think a gene guide video talking about what certain genes do to snakes and what certain combinations produce would be absolutely amazing
Thanks for the vid. One question, when you're doing the 5-7 day soak do you use a heat source like heat tape on a portion of the tub/bin or is the ambient temperature set at the ideal temp? Again, that Carmel is beautiful and hope she kicks RI soon
Thank you for watching! My whole room is heated to around 80 degrees so I dont use a heat source, but others may need to use a heat pad or similar to keep the temp up. As you pointed out you obviously dont want the snake sitting in cold water for a week.
Possibly. A lot of things could cause that, but it very well could be an RI assuming it's not in shed or anything like that. Unfortunately it's to the vet for some antibiotics.
I agree that a 3-6 month quarantine period is asking a lot. I would add that it is also a good idea to take a fecal sample and send it to your vet right before you make the switch to gen pop for a last bit of peace of mind. It is expensive but worth the extra insurance.
This was a topic you covered a looong time ago i am pretty sure it was the video i found you with lol. I have been doing the dawn dish soap daily soaks with every new snake ever since!
Jason, this might be on theme: Would you considering sharing your experience on disease and pathology that affect Boidae? (Other than IBD) Where I plan to house my first Boa is going to be on the same floor as a family member's small collection and am considering the potential risks to the current animals in the house. Thanks, Jason!
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Your first hand experience as a lover of these creatures is what interests me: I dare say, what interests the vast majority of your subscribers. Thanks again, Jason!
I use a UTH under a piece of glass that is hooked up to my thermostat for my soaking quarantine phase. I use a temp gun to make sure the water is at 85° and also put something in the water for the snake to grip on with their tail. I have found it calms them more during the soak time. Thanks for the awesome video! I just wanted to add my 2 cents @jasonsexoticreptiles
What morphs does she have in her the one you were holding. Awesome video I have to start a quarantine area my collection starting to get bigger I get scared every time I buy one. I still clean them and everything and before they go in Thank you for the video. It just makes me. Have to go make a quarantine area
Hey Jason, I know this video is older but do you ever do lab testing for nido, crypto, etc. for new snakes coming in or would you only do that if there are suspicious symptoms that come up?
What's up Jason, new Irish subscriber👍 quick question, how do I age and sex a bcc and bci i bought a juvenile on Sunday but the shop knew nothing about him/her, all they said was none of us take him/her out because it'll bite, witch was nonsense I took him/her out with hook and held him/her no problem, anyway could you do a video on how to age bcc and bci, if possible thanks very much bud 👌👍
Tell me the age is really just experienced on understanding how much they can grow. It's super variable, especially if they are older as it's so dependent on feeding. How to sex a snake I have a couple videos on that. If you go to my videos and scroll down, you will see two videos. How to tell male vs female baby Boas and how to tell adults. .
@@JasonsExoticReptilesHi thanks for reply, yeah I know what your saying👍, one more thing tho my boa has mites, I seen your video on your aggressive treatment but whats your opinion on using taurrus mites? Sorry for all the questions bud, thanks 😬👍
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Yeah i had to rewatch this to understand she has a respiratory infection perhabs, but i was so zoned on just watching her that i took the opening of the mouth as sign of aggression hah man do i feel dumb
I just picked up my super hypo female today, and did none of this. Now I am kind of nervous because I have my paradigm directly below her. Do you think its gonna be an issue?
Have you ever had to do a quarantine or remove snake mites from an adult male BCI? I have never found a video describing or showing a tutorial, everyone uses a small baby snake. I rescued an adult with mites and had a intensive quarantine/bath process that was successful and had no spread to my collection.
I noticed that she opened her mouth a few times during this video. Is it true that doing that is a sign of a RI? Just trying to gather all the knowledge I can before I purchase my first snake.
It depends on exactly what they are doing. Snake will open their mouth for a bunch of reasons. Shes doing it in this video to clear her throat in a sense which is pretty distinct. They will open their mouth and let out a small hiss like sounds but it's very different than a hiss if that makes sense
Yo Jason what's up bro. Please try to reply to this. I have a 2 year old Male Albino Boa constrictor. I really want to breed him next year. In your opinion what would be a good morph to try to breed him to? I was thinking maybe a Motley het Albino? What do you think bro I got like 800 bucks to spend. Thanks bro great videos.
Whats up man. That's really something that you need to decide. I'd personally say something albino or het albino, but it really depends on what you like and want to make.
Um. I thought its recommended (and I think you've said it too) but you never handle an animal the frist week you have it, but if your checking everyday and handling everytime. Doesnt that destroy the purpose?..
It's always best to leave them alone as much as possible. When I say Jack it's more literally just a check of the cage in quick check of the snake but not actually handling it
As long as it is the Dawn original which I believe they now call Dawn ultra it will not hurt them especially if you let them drink beforehand which is very important.
Hey Jason! Great tips and info as always! I have a great idea for a video and you’re the perfect guy! How about discussing “reptile community politics (not national politics, lol, that will always be a hot mess). “. What I mean is there are a lot of people who group together to ostracize this or that person. Some of it seems petty but once a person has been given the “bad mark” the rest pile on - much of it against very well known breeders. How does one stay neutral? It’s almost like you can’t say you bought a snake from breeder X because no one likes him and thinks your animals will be crap. Some stuff is warranted but most I find ridiculous. Would be interested in your thoughts.
Also use "quarantine tongs/tools" I'm sure you do but maybe just forgot to mention. Or maybe you don't find an issue with it? Wish this wasn't an old video so I could find out haha.
That’s a great question. I guess I have them and don’t even realize it since they were in a separate room with separate supplies, but I disinfect everything regularly so it’s really your choice as long as you are careful.
I like to do a minimum of 90 days for a quarantine ideally 120 days is the best... I mean I guess a 60 day quarantine is good enough but 90-120 day's is perfect... Just my opinion
Only reason I don't do longer than 30 days is because 99% of the time Oh, you're not going to see anything? If you haven't already seen past that 30-day mark That you wouldn't have already seen.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles I agree I'm just overly careful lol I won't lie if I get something from Kevin or Scott I'll only do a 30 day quarantine because here in NH those are probably the 2 most reputable breeders... And have never gotten anything from NERD or CV exotics that had mites paracites or RI. But everybody else gets a minimum 90 day quarantine...
Jason, I wish you wouldn't Bang your hand around so much when you've got a snake in it. It makes me seasick just watching the poor thing bounced around!
So when you say "if you plan on having a large collection you must quarantine" what size collection would you recommend to start quarantining Reptiles??
New snake protocol for mites
th-cam.com/video/67Jl7SCQUXQ/w-d-xo.html
Jason you should do a video on cages for large snakes the best options and how to heat them. Thanks
That boa looks great, how’s about a follow up video on her when she’s over the infection. Keep the videos coming dude.
Thanks man. And not a bad video idea. Keep you posted.
I love the belly and creamy color of the boa you had in this vid. Useful vid as now that the weather is warming up I'm beginning to look at a new boa
Thank you!
Great video. You do an awesome job of taking proper care and being thorough. It's awesome how you come across with passion as more of a pet owner and less from a business perspective.
Thank you!
Handy tips!!👍🏻
Hope you read this because I’ve been looking for a video about this idea. I’m a future breeder haven’t started gathering Boas to breed yet because I want to know as much as I can about it. So I think a gene guide video talking about what certain genes do to snakes and what certain combinations produce would be absolutely amazing
I'll see what I can do. There are tons of morphs out there so it would be hard for anyone to cover, but I can atleast talk about what I have here.
Jason's Exotic Reptiles that would be incredibly helpful. I didn’t think you’d be able to cover them all but something is more helpful then nothing.
Thanks Jason for another great video 👍 great topic 👍 she's a beautiful snake best of luck with her, & thank you for sharing your time and knowledge!!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the vid. One question, when you're doing the 5-7 day soak do you use a heat source like heat tape on a portion of the tub/bin or is the ambient temperature set at the ideal temp? Again, that Carmel is beautiful and hope she kicks RI soon
Thank you for watching! My whole room is heated to around 80 degrees so I dont use a heat source, but others may need to use a heat pad or similar to keep the temp up. As you pointed out you obviously dont want the snake sitting in cold water for a week.
hey I recently got a BCI boa and i love your videos they are a great help! keep up the great work
Thank you!
Thanks Jason. Another great video dude!
Thanks man!
Hay Jason I think my boa mite have the same thing she's been open her mouth and closing and not eating
Possibly. A lot of things could cause that, but it very well could be an RI assuming it's not in shed or anything like that. Unfortunately it's to the vet for some antibiotics.
Jason's Exotic Reptiles ok thanks
I agree that a 3-6 month quarantine period is asking a lot. I would add that it is also a good idea to take a fecal sample and send it to your vet right before you make the switch to gen pop for a last bit of peace of mind. It is expensive but worth the extra insurance.
I've never personally done a fecal bout woulndt fault someone for taking the extra step
This was a topic you covered a looong time ago i am pretty sure it was the video i found you with lol. I have been doing the dawn dish soap daily soaks with every new snake ever since!
Yes kind of but more of the front end stuff
Jason, this might be on theme: Would you considering sharing your experience on disease and pathology that affect Boidae? (Other than IBD)
Where I plan to house my first Boa is going to be on the same floor as a family member's small collection and am considering the potential risks to the current animals in the house.
Thanks, Jason!
I can try, but im definitely not an expert on it. Ill add to the list.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Your first hand experience as a lover of these creatures is what interests me: I dare say, what interests the vast majority of your subscribers.
Thanks again, Jason!
Appreciate the information. Thanks for taking the time to do these video's.
Thanks for watching!
I use a UTH under a piece of glass that is hooked up to my thermostat for my soaking quarantine phase. I use a temp gun to make sure the water is at 85° and also put something in the water for the snake to grip on with their tail. I have found it calms them more during the soak time. Thanks for the awesome video! I just wanted to add my 2 cents @jasonsexoticreptiles
Thanks man
No worries! I figured you forgot to add that bit of information! But I would imagine you do something similar.
Do you own any hog island boas or any info/videos you got bout them? Taming my central american boa is coming along pretty good...
I don't. I have in the past but haven't found a pair worth buying in a long time.
Jason's Exotic Reptiles Oh Ok. Keep the boa videos coming tho.
What morphs does she have in her the one you were holding. Awesome video I have to start a quarantine area my collection starting to get bigger I get scared every time I buy one. I still clean them and everything and before they go in Thank you for the video. It just makes me. Have to go make a quarantine area
Thank you! Shes a boa woman caramel
I love the coloring of her. Beautiful. Congratulations
That snake is gorgeous. Good luck with her.
Thank you!
Thank you
Thanks for watching!
We all enjoy learning from your experience.
Great video I use tylon and others as well how about a a vid on. Ri treatments. Or even discovering a Ri most have no clue what to look for
Please do an RI video on short tails
Hey Jason, I know this video is older but do you ever do lab testing for nido, crypto, etc. for new snakes coming in or would you only do that if there are suspicious symptoms that come up?
I do not since I buy from a very small and select group of people. If something was to be acting suspicious, I would certainly do it.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles that makes sense, thanks man
What's up Jason, new Irish subscriber👍 quick question, how do I age and sex a bcc and bci i bought a juvenile on Sunday but the shop knew nothing about him/her, all they said was none of us take him/her out because it'll bite, witch was nonsense I took him/her out with hook and held him/her no problem, anyway could you do a video on how to age bcc and bci, if possible thanks very much bud 👌👍
Tell me the age is really just experienced on understanding how much they can grow. It's super variable, especially if they are older as it's so dependent on feeding. How to sex a snake I have a couple videos on that. If you go to my videos and scroll down, you will see two videos. How to tell male vs female baby Boas and how to tell adults. .
@@JasonsExoticReptilesHi thanks for reply, yeah I know what your saying👍, one more thing tho my boa has mites, I seen your video on your aggressive treatment but whats your opinion on using taurrus mites? Sorry for all the questions bud, thanks 😬👍
Another great vid like always
Thanks man!
...I couldn't pay any attention on what you said, as watching that boa slowly lose her patience was rather funny xD
where you watching the same video Haha. She was perfect and calm the whole video.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles Yeah i had to rewatch this to understand she has a respiratory infection perhabs, but i was so zoned on just watching her that i took the opening of the mouth as sign of aggression hah man do i feel dumb
@@crashingdown6814 I watched it back on mute a d it looks like I'm slapping the snake the whole video Haha.
Beautiful boa 👍 Great stuff bro
Thank you!
I just picked up my super hypo female today, and did none of this. Now I am kind of nervous because I have my paradigm directly below her. Do you think its gonna be an issue?
If you purchased from a reputable source you are probably fine, but it's always best practice.
Have you ever had to do a quarantine or remove snake mites from an adult male BCI? I have never found a video describing or showing a tutorial, everyone uses a small baby snake. I rescued an adult with mites and had a intensive quarantine/bath process that was successful and had no spread to my collection.
Check the link in the video description
@@JasonsExoticReptiles dude you rule!
Hey man I watch your vids and this sounds good and all but what about ibd or arena do u test all your animals for that ? Just curious
I dont. Mainly because there are no good test out there.
thanks for making this video. I asked you about this about 3 weeks ago
Absolutly!
I noticed that she opened her mouth a few times during this video. Is it true that doing that is a sign of a RI? Just trying to gather all the knowledge I can before I purchase my first snake.
It depends on exactly what they are doing. Snake will open their mouth for a bunch of reasons. Shes doing it in this video to clear her throat in a sense which is pretty distinct. They will open their mouth and let out a small hiss like sounds but it's very different than a hiss if that makes sense
Ok, I see what you're saying. Basically it can be a normal thing unless you hear the hissing type sound? Thanks so much for getting back to me :)
Yo Jason what's up bro. Please try to reply to this. I have a 2 year old Male Albino Boa constrictor. I really want to breed him next year. In your opinion what would be a good morph to try to breed him to? I was thinking maybe a Motley het Albino? What do you think bro I got like 800 bucks to spend. Thanks bro great videos.
Whats up man. That's really something that you need to decide. I'd personally say something albino or het albino, but it really depends on what you like and want to make.
👏👏👏 good topic
Thank you!
Um. I thought its recommended (and I think you've said it too) but you never handle an animal the frist week you have it, but if your checking everyday and handling everytime. Doesnt that destroy the purpose?..
It's always best to leave them alone as much as possible. When I say Jack it's more literally just a check of the cage in quick check of the snake but not actually handling it
Stunning new boa, btw.
Thank you!
Can you do a video on the different t+ albinos???
I can try. I feel like I cant keep up myself.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles right! It would be nice to see a few visuals next to eachother.
What happens if the snake drinks the water with dish soap in it?
It's pretty harmless, but I cover that in the other video that's linked.
Thanks for the vid !
How old is she please ?
Not 100% sure, but I assume about 6-8
Is it not bad to put her in dishsoap jus a ?
As long as it is the Dawn original which I believe they now call Dawn ultra it will not hurt them especially if you let them drink beforehand which is very important.
Hey Jason! Great tips and info as always! I have a great idea for a video and you’re the perfect guy! How about discussing “reptile community politics (not national politics, lol, that will always be a hot mess). “. What I mean is there are a lot of people who group together to ostracize this or that person. Some of it seems petty but once a person has been given the “bad mark” the rest pile on - much of it against very well known breeders. How does one stay neutral? It’s almost like you can’t say you bought a snake from breeder X because no one likes him and thinks your animals will be crap. Some stuff is warranted but most I find ridiculous. Would be interested in your thoughts.
That's a great topic. I'll see how I can articulate it and make it happen.
Wish you could post pics in the comments
Right! TH-cam needs to make it happen.
Also use "quarantine tongs/tools" I'm sure you do but maybe just forgot to mention. Or maybe you don't find an issue with it? Wish this wasn't an old video so I could find out haha.
That’s a great question. I guess I have them and don’t even realize it since they were in a separate room with separate supplies, but I disinfect everything regularly so it’s really your choice as long as you are careful.
I’ve used frontline for mites with great success . Learned from (SBK reptiles)
Just need to be really careful with that stuff. Very easy to kill a snake with that especially if they soak in the water then drink it
I like to do a minimum of 90 days for a quarantine ideally 120 days is the best... I mean I guess a 60 day quarantine is good enough but 90-120 day's is perfect... Just my opinion
Only reason I don't do longer than 30 days is because 99% of the time Oh, you're not going to see anything? If you haven't already seen past that 30-day mark That you wouldn't have already seen.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles I agree I'm just overly careful lol I won't lie if I get something from Kevin or Scott I'll only do a 30 day quarantine because here in NH those are probably the 2 most reputable breeders... And have never gotten anything from NERD or CV exotics that had mites paracites or RI. But everybody else gets a minimum 90 day quarantine...
What's the genetics on that girl?
Boa woman caramel
@@JasonsExoticReptileslooks superb!!!
She is super impressive compared to the hatchlings I have seen pictures of but I'm not familiar with boa genetics so there's that
Jason, I wish you wouldn't Bang your hand around so much when you've got a snake in it. It makes me seasick just watching the poor thing bounced around!
Haha I try not to! I'm italian and cant help it
He's Italian.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles hahaha!
So when you say "if you plan on having a large collection you must quarantine" what size collection would you recommend to start quarantining Reptiles??
Anything more than one animal and I would quarantine.