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Joined on Sep 21, 2022
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Joined on Sep 21, 2022
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Seattle, WA, USA
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We go Above And Beyond in the care of our reptiles, and we believe the results speak for themselves. At ABOVE, we say...
YES to:
✅ Socialization (every snake is handled frequently and given the opportunity to stretch out and explore)
✅ Increased space (enough for two appropriately-sized hides, a soaking water bowl, and enrichment)
✅Following or exceeding industry standards of care
✅Following or exceeding shipping best practices and advisories
✅ Sunlight and natural photoperiods
✅ Enrichment (depends on the individual snake! each has their own preferences and personalities)
✅ Supporting our community (participation in genetics research and USARK membership)
✅ Husbandry backed by formal expertise (ABOVE’s founder has a degree in Animal Science, along with years of exotics experiences at AZA-accredited facilities)
✅ Honest, transparent, and informative sales
NO to:
❌ Power-feeding breeders
❌ Underfeeding non-holdbacks
❌ "Maintenance" feeding young animals
❌ Wobble-susceptible genes, problem-prone supers, and true albinism
❌ "Inbreeding" (more than 1x cross line of related animals)
❌ Wild-caught or imported animals
❌ Risky husbandry practices (unsupervised feedings, unregulated temperatures, or exposure to other reptiles)
❌ Single-use plastics — all enclosure fixtures are disinfected and reused or recycled
❌ Price-cutting competition; we know these are top-notch animals, and we refuse to disrespect your investment by degrading our shared market for a quick sale.
Above all, we care about creating and sharing animals that have low-stress levels, are well socialized, and will bring you many years of enjoyment. We are here to help make this an amazing experience, so please reach out with any questions or requests!
*Quality over quantity* is our mantra. We strive to create a delightful experience, while ensuring your new ball python's wellbeing with these 10 policies.
◾1) Environmental Standards:
It's important that all ball pythons have access to an appropriately sized enclosure (length + width
> animal's length,) with a thermogradient and a thermostat-controlled warm spot, ensuring their health and comfort. We also recommend two hides, substrate, and enrichment.
◾ 2) Responsible Buyers:
We prioritize the long-term care of these magnificent animals, which is why we only sell to buyers who are 21+ and are knowledgeable of Python Regius husbandry practices and applicable local regulations.
◾3) Veterinary Care:
We request buyers have or find a board-certified exotic veterinarian nearby for the well-being of their ball python. It's always good to know one before you need them.
◾ 4) Safe Shipping:
We follow industry best practices, including holiday time blocks, pick-ups at USA FedEx hubs, and following shipping warnings and guidance. This ensures your ball python arrives happy and healthy. Reptiles will be shipped after full payment is received. We cover insurance for FREE!
◾ 5) Documentation:
To be proactive and enhance transparency, we ask that you video the unboxing process when you pick up your ball python from the local hub and let us know immediately if you have concerns. Your peace of mind is important to us.
◾ 6) Secure Payments:
Please only make payments to official "ABOVE Reptiles" accounts or directly to "Fawkes S." We want to ensure secure transactions, as no other parties have valid access to our MorphMarket or ABOVE accounts. All payments are non-refundable, unless ABOVE is at-fault.
◾ 7) Payment plans:
We want everyone to have access to these amazing animals! Plans are available on an as-needed basis, spanning 2 weeks - 3 months, so let us know what is manageable for you. We do request a minimum of a 20-33% deposit to put an animal "On Hold" in your name.
◾ 8) Sex Determination:
In the rare event that the received snake's sex differs from what was listed, we offer a return and full refund if a board-certified exotic veterinarian confirms the discrepancy within 5 days of receipt.
◾ 9) Genetics:
All visual and 100% heterozygous recessive genes are guaranteed, unless noted otherwise. Identifying incomplete dominant genes ("co-doms") can be challenging. While we provide our educated assessment and the parental pairing, it's ultimately your call!
◾ 10) Animal Care:
Animal safety is our utmost priority, and we hope you feel the same! We reserve the right to decline any inquiry, or cancel and refund any transaction, that we feel may jeopardize that snake's immediate or long-term wellbeing. Similarly, if you find yourself unable or unwilling to keep for one of our animals, please let us know -- we will take them back, no questions asked.
We understand that these policies may result in fewer sales, but it's worth it to us to ensure our investment-quality ball pythons find top-notch homes where everyone is set up for success. If you need any accommodations or special requests, just let us know. Your satisfaction and the well-being of our animals are our top priorities!
MorphMarket's Default Store Policy
specifies any terms which have not been overridden by this Seller's stated policy.
To qualify for wholesale pricing, there is a minimum purchase of 5 juveniles and/or 3 adults. Where applicable, wholesale prices will be listed in that animal's page. However, we are often open to working something creative out!
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