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Animal rescue sees surge in surrendered ball pythons, seeks community support

J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue is seeking out community support after seeing a rapid increase in surrendered ball pythons.
The Bellingham Herald

Can I keep a pet squirrel or python in WA? State rules for wild, exotic animals

When it comes to pet ownership, many animal lovers look beyond cats and dogs. Some pet owners prefer snakes and lizards, while others like cuddling up with rodents and rabbits. That’s led to some ...
The San Bernardino Sun

San Bernardino pet python reunited with family after being found at a Monrovia In-N-Out

How does an escaped python make it the approximately 40 miles from her home in San Bernardino to the newly opened Monrovia In-N-Out location? The Pasadena Humane Society still isn’t sure. On Monday, ...
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Non-native pythons found in Washington nature preserve rehomed to local expert

Ball pythons, native to Africa, are not part of the local ecosystem, and it's believed the four snakes were likely released pets. (KOMO News) MILL CREEK, Wash. — In early July, a maintenance team ...