Ball python rescue

[kittyhazelton]

Got a call today from one of the local dentists offices...
They found a ball python in the shrub outside their door this morning.
Now, mind you we've been getting below-freezing temps here at night. This little guy was cold and sad. Has a little bit of a whistle in his breathing, and a pretty big scar on his side that is still healing a bit.

The dental office is located next to a very large apartment complex... one that I know for a fact has a "no reptiles" policy that is fairly strictly enforced. I can only guess that the previous owner dumped this guy after being found out.

Anyway, this post would be pointless without pics, so here you go!

 

[Conner]

Ouch, poor guy. At least someone found him and recognized that he isn't a native, so that he got rescued. I'd bet he's pretty pissed off too. Getting kicked out of your nice warm home with regular easy meals, and forced to fend for yourself in a cold environment you're not suited for...

 

[A. gigas]

Ouch, poor guy. At least someone found him and recognized that he isn't a native, so that he got rescued. I'd bet he's pretty pissed off too. Getting kicked out of your nice warm home with regular easy meals, and forced to fend for yourself in a cold environment you're not suited for...

x2

 

[Bogwoodbruce]

Awwwhhh i hope you do ok with him & he recovers.

 

[Bottomfeeder]

Wow, great rescue... keep us posted!

 

[kittyhazelton]

Ouch, poor guy. At least someone found him and recognized that he isn't a native, so that he got rescued. I'd bet he's pretty pissed off too. Getting kicked out of your nice warm home with regular easy meals, and forced to fend for yourself in a cold environment you're not suited for...

He is pretty active now that he's warmed up, but no aggression so far. I'm hoping he proves to have a nice calm temperament so I can use him for an educational animal

... and your sig always cracks me up.

 

[Conner]

He is pretty active now that he's warmed up, but no aggression so far. I'm hoping he proves to have a nice calm temperament so I can use him for an educational animal

... and your sig always cracks me up.

I figure he'll love you for saving him from freezing to death. Or at least be nice and not bite you...

 

[Etunes]

Doin a great thing here Kittyhazelton, keep it up.

 

[TTTT]

great rescue!