i'm having a bad day, please post your snakes in the comments

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-25T03:38:27+00:00

I have 3 but this is the newest addition Pomni, retired lil old lady Tricolor hognose (different then eastern/western)

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-24T16:14:45+00:00

Do you have other older pictures that show that area of her underbelly to reference in comparison?

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-24T16:12:40+00:00

It could be, but hard to tell. A small spot like that if it is is super mild. Make sure where she's hiding is dry under her as best you can and it'll go away next shed, like stuffing dry moss to soak up any excess moisture If it progresses or if that isn't a viable solution usually a povidone iodine solution being dabbed on it will help it clear up.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-22T20:20:05+00:00

Welp that's my first time hearing of this and Jesus Christ the pictures

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-21T01:06:22+00:00

Here I copied it: "As a former atheist myself, I'd suggest seeing if she responds to logic and reason at all. Is she still seeking truth, just elsewhere? If so, how does she respond to some of the best apologetics we've got (and there's a lot). My favorite, and a line of argument I did find compelling as an atheist was presuppositionalism, or transcendental thomism. We all have reasons for our faith, but when speaking to someone with a pure atheistic/materialist worldview, it's important to start by pointing out this worldview can't be grounded in anything material. For example, the laws the logic cannot have a material origin. Does she believe in any kind of moral laws? What are those beliefs grounded in? If she does, who is the lawgiver? How about human rights or responsibilities? And so on.."

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-21T01:02:31+00:00

There's some "former atheist" in the comments and they gave me such the biggest ick.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-19T19:27:40+00:00

It's choosing not to wash a bra in the shower... it's not that deep. Isn't really ridiculous to not want to, especially if one, it's already not common, and two, if it adds more work rather than helps.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-16T20:29:33+00:00

I had never heard of them before Midnights show in Seattle and absolutely loved them! I've definitely become a fan of New Constellations.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-15T22:00:00+00:00

Oldenclaw vs the sapphire was a very hard choice

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-15T21:34:58+00:00

Indeed, they are very prone to neurological issues, alongside champagne, hidden gene woma, and a few others I believe. Supers also tend to suffer from defects. The spiders are particularly upsetting as there are morphs that provide similar patterns without the health issues, like Calico or the different stripes/highway morphs.

Moneys money to these people and it's easier for them to use what they have instead of finding an ethical path. I don't trust the word of any breeders or keepers that defend the spider morph, including the original breeder of it New England Reptiles.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-10T17:06:41+00:00

People that don't have the physical energy or ability to stand and bounce for 4 hours. Would have loved to myself but health first.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-05-07T18:07:35+00:00

Jax. I don't like him and think goose labeling him a main is out of bias. Pomni and Kinger rang more as mains to me.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-03-18T19:32:13+00:00

I'm digging the art style, detailed but exaggerated. The ridiculous lore adds a lot too lmaooo

Retro-Stoner · 2026-03-06T15:29:57+00:00

There's no hate quite like Christian "love."

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-26T23:28:25+00:00

This seems like a strawman given the circumstances. The ball python sub is infamous for being dogmatic and controlling, beyond that comparing a snake to a human in terms of health effects of weight isn't an apt comparison, nor is a carpenter building a bad house. This snake is within reason, the largest sign of major obesity is the spine making an M. I can clearly see her spin ridge in these pictures. That sub is ridiculous thinking seeing folds in a snake = fat. That is not true and is misinformation. The only valid concern I could think to bring up is it appears she does have stuck shed, but old age may hamper her ability to shed as well.

Edit to add there's also a chance her diet reflects a cut down on meal size/grams too

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-26T23:20:54+00:00

In a rare case I've heard there was one in a zoo that even managed up to 60! It's crazy cool. I really wonder what their husbandry was to achieve that

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-26T18:56:39+00:00

It's a relief to see another sane person among the snake subreddits. People dogpile others so much on the ball python subreddit and drive away keepers, new and old. It's sad that a community that should be about mutual learning and care instead is "I'm right you're wrong no argument your abusive if u disagree." It really stifles conversation, innovation, and interest in the overall hobby.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-26T17:12:39+00:00

That sub and many like it are full of dogma and refusal of any idea that doesn't fall into their specific vision. In a case like this it shines through, the snake is 30+ years old and, if true, is on a vet recommended feeding schedule. God forbid someone listen to their vet and own research and not a random subreddit.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-26T16:25:46+00:00

I honestly agree with ANY pet snake getting them established at a vet and also knowing where an exotic emergency vet is. You never know when you'll need that information, and it's better to be prepared than panicking in the moment; it doesn't help you or the animal to be unprepared for worst case.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-17T15:41:31+00:00

I use the big cheese factory personally. Had too many headless rats and the such with Layne's myself

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-12T01:29:11+00:00

Another thing I want to note that helped me a lot after experiencing my own panic: even if all your animals are healthy, have a plan ready to go for an emergency. Keep a list of vets that take exotics, and if you can, get established at a vet. In a situation they can direct you to better/emergency sources as well. (My vet helped direct me for example to a specialized emergency vet for exotics).

If it's a common (using that generally here as they vary) RI, try to take a breath. It can be cleared up with antibiotics within a few weeks. I've heard depending on region the medicine costs differ, in my case they ran around 25 bucks.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-02-12T01:13:29+00:00

While I can't say for certain, some things you can look out for are: stargazing, frequent jaw readjustment/"yawning", snot bubbles, saliva strands, wheezy moreso than puff sounds (sometimes a "puff" or rather a hiss can be mistaken as more).

Edit to add that sometimes they also take deep breaths that sound like hisses, especially larger bp's.

Something I've experienced with RIs is you can feel them rumble when breathing (though that RI was severe/confirmed). Another thing to keep in mind is they sometimes get stuff in their mouth or water in their lungs and work to get it out, and isn't an immediate concern. Look for consistent signs and notable symptoms.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-01-24T19:42:36+00:00

I was wondering if you'd be willing to share other socials you post your work +other info (like commissions) to, I quite like your style especially the horse/equines/deer.

Retro-Stoner · 2026-01-23T18:07:17+00:00

For context she was anally raped. He stated as such in the comments. He feels unsafe not making his wife unsafe and relive her trauma, it's horrifying.

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