Ma12cus504 Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 I once kept 13 snake, but until 2 month ago I sold them all to buy my 1st African grey. I was wondering if i made the right choice. Base on my analysis, I think the african grey would make a better companion and cost wise. Base on 1 Snake vs 1 parrot: snake = $5 weekly feeding plus special lighting = $25 monthly CAG = $25 feeds for 3 month = $8 monthly Snake law is getting tougher versus bird little or no law. It not base all on money wise, but i really think CAG really communicate and response to us better. On the snake forum, those people think otherwise. They all say i was stupid and shouldnt waste my time with birds. I know each forum will defend their creature I am open minded to all response Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tari Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 Ummmm ya you did the right think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splint101 Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Yeah the CAG is a better choice.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ma12cus504 Posted July 10, 2007 Author Share Posted July 10, 2007 They say snake are alot smarter then an african grey, since they can determine who the owner is and can are more affection then CAG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splint101 Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 But like you said cost wise the CAG is cheaper in the long run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lidia Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 It's a curious choice: a snake or a bird. What is it you want from a pet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblhelix Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 They are totally different pets. From the studies out there, CAGs (birds in general) are way smarter than snakes. African grey are considered on par with primates. They can have the mental capacity of a 4 yr old human and the emotional capacity of a 2 yr old. They demonstrate cognitive reasoning, problem solving skills, tool use and of course the ability to communicate. Some learn words and form their own sentences to communicate. I am not talking about repeating, I am talking about the animal choosing the words it wants and logically combining them. Snakes are very interesting animals in their own right. Very successful from an evolutionary standpoint. They have been around a long long time. I personally have had several (gopher snake, garter snake, ball python). None have even come close in comparison to companion birds as pets, in my assessment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 No. question here..........I feel the love & companionship from a grey much more than from a snake.:cheer: And I have had snakes in the past, so I base this on my own experience. Besides, I like to talk, and have my grey talk back. But everyone is different, and has their own opinions. What ever makes you that happiest. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greylover Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 year you made the right chocie,i dont like snakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rox565 Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 I am also selling my ball pythons, and getting a AG. The snakes spend most of the time under a rock. If you want to have interaction and a companion, the AG is the way to go. RC:cheer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Greys get my vote also, you can't cuddle up with a snake. You made the right decision.B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Monique Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 I go with the other person who says what do you want in a pet? As I don't know lots about snakes but could offer insites as to if a Grey would help fill your desires in a pet? Greys also need LOTS of toys and lots of things to shred - be sure to add that into your cost. You also need to invest 3-4 hours/day with them. They will not be happy just sitting in their cage all day. Ideally they are out a minimum of twice each day on average. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hveusnthbrige Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 I think snakes are fascinating. But in my preferences, I prefer what a bird has to offer as a companion. So that's why I got a Grey. It seems as if you having 13 snakes were getting bored with them if you sold them all. Perhaps another challenge as far as pets are concerned has your interest. It all boils down to what you want from your little buddy. I value things like obvious intelligence, emotions and the shear look of the animal. Not saying snakes don't fulfill these categories but in my mind, a bird is better suited. One good thing about a snake though is that it won't ever repeat dirty words in front of guests to your home!:whistle: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CeasarsDad Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Is it me or am I missing something here in this discussion? First let me tell you I had a 6 foot long 12 inch round Boa Constrictor. From a pet standpoint.. It's the dumbest pet I ever had.. Unless of course you are the type that loves to see it kill and eat.. Which by the way is one of the reasons people buy snakes.. and don't be mistaken by that.. They get a thrill at watching it kill. There will often be debates of these forums as to what snake is the best KILLER .. Not me brother.. Not any more... To even put a snake and an African Grey in the same paragraph is so far off the mark it's incredible.. I almost think this thread is a joke.. Forgive me as I am not looking to start any Snake flame war..<br><br>Post edited by: CeasarsDad, at: 2007/07/10 03:39 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ma12cus504 Posted July 10, 2007 Author Share Posted July 10, 2007 Base on what i got from everyone both from the snake forum and this forum. I came to relize that snake and parrot are two different things. Snakes are more like a display....as same to aquarium to Parrot as more to a companionship thanx for everyone help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 I think you hit the nail on the head, Ma12cus504. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CeasarsDad Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Interesting way to put it.. yes.. I can see that.. Display is a perfect description for a snake.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Yeah display it somewhere else, will ya.:blink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 {Feel-good-0002006E} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dblhelix Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Ma12cus504 - Thank you for posting here and researching this issue. African geys and parrots in general are fabulous pets to keep and friends to have. That being said providing these birds a home to ensure health and happiness is much more demanding than a snake would ever be. The decision to own a parrot requires careful consideration and evaluation of your life, to help ensure you are both suited (bird and owner) to living together. These guys require a lot of time and constant interaction. Should you choose to embark on this adventure it is a life long committment. I am comforted and happy to see someone like yourself coming to realize this and applaud your investigation before rushing out to buy some trophy pet. All the best in your decisisions. If we can provide more assistance please let us know. B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest briansmum Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 i am inclined to point out that if you are doubting selling your snakes to buy a grey, don't get the grey. you need to be 100% you can provide the home, love and patience the grey needs before buying one. and if you always have your snakes at the back of your mind then your grey is never going to live up to yor expectations. please don't think i am having a go. i am simply pointing out the cold hard facts, you either 100% want a grey or you dont want one at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hveusnthbrige Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 CeasarsDad wrote: Forgive me as I am not looking to start any Snake flame war.. Oh my sweet god CD, you're a genius. "Snake Flame War" It's like the perfect name for an action movie! And Jean Claude Van Dam could play the snake. I dunno who would be the Grey though.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Well they made "Snakes on a Plane" why can't they make one "Snake Flame War", but I won't watch it, I haven't watched the first one, too snakey for me, hahahahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 That would make a great movie title!!:cheer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest briansmum Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 eeeep.. no thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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