ok im looking for a mild mannered python that gets between 10 to 12 ft long.... any ideas

ya sure you want one that big ? there is no guarantee that any snake will be mild mannered, and having one that large with mildness as a requirement is a tough call. When it gets large and decides it wants an attitude are you prepared to deal with that ? don't get me wrong,,,,i am not trying to talk you out of it or insinuate that you could not handle one that size. It just seems to me if a meek animal is one you want,,,you should reconsider one of that size. Just my thoughts.

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Ken
"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." -- Ronald Reagan

well I got a ball python and she is very miled manered ... i just want a new pet and im just asking questions before I jump in... my ball python is a sweet heart... i am willing for the attitude tho

Though I've never had one,, Carpet Pythons get around a max of 7 feet. There are 2 types to my knowledge : Coastal and Jungle. The jungles are very pretty snakes though I am not sure of there disposition. We do have some members who have them. Maybe 1 of them can shed some light for you .

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Ken
"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." -- Ronald Reagan

How much have you worked with large snakes? Have a 6ft retic latched on your arm wasnt what I expected out of my retic it was well manared before till that. It just how that snake feels on what it does. Most BPs are laid back.

A snake that large will eat rabbits at a time, which will cost you.

Also youll need an enclouser 8 ft long x 3ft wide x 2 ft tall. Do you have room for that type of enclouser?

Will you have someone to help you with this large of snake. Its a good idea to always have someone there when you handle the snake due to what could happen.

A retic and a burm will both come as a lap dog mannered snake or will be a total *****. A mild mannered snake will change in a split second if it senses something. So your 10 ft lap dog will become a 10 ft monster.

I can suggest a costal carpet python though.

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I have a 15 foot burm who is very mild....however as with ANY snake there is always a chance that he could be having a bad day and an accidental bite could occur. Opt for a Red Tail Boa, they have decent size and are very mild mannered...

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Oh Oh I have the perfect one for you, she is not a python she is a boa, she is not cranky or moody she is just misunderstood Oh fine she is REAL CRANKY, good luck with your search I have met very few with nice attitudes but I am sure they are out there!
How much experience do you have with big snakes?

I agree with the boa suggestion (I have 4 !!!!) they usually are very mild mannered and with so many "localities" there are some nice colors/patterns.
but then a boa is not a python,,,unless you'd be willing to change your mind.

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"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." -- Ronald Reagan

well nicole what kind of boa may she be.. it accually wouldnt be t the first time I got bit I have been bit by a local copperhead... and yes I do have another person to help he lives with me hes just as much as a snake nut as I am

im just here for any suggestions python and boa or what ever ... my mind is open to change