Craigslist Rant

[Mistyck]

http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/pet/2958409554.html

This kid is a want-to-be know-it-all. I wrote him asking him several questions about the dragon, and he wrote me back saying that this dragon was in excellent shape, it clearly isn't. Looks like one of his feet is bit off, and he's not looking very healthy. Poor guy. I hope he finds a good home soon.

 

[clearlyjoyful]

Awww, that poor baby! It does look like one of his feet is missing! That's gross, honestly. Not the foot thing, but the fact that this person is just so misinformed. The little guy looks so sad

 

[Zeusmybeardie]

I wish I lived there I would just trade him a leopard gecko for it cause I can get them for cheap that's really sad

 

[gothra]

I wish I lived there I would just trade him a leopard gecko for it cause I can get them for cheap that's really sad

Why trade him a leopard gecko? Leos need love and care like beardies do, no matter the cost.

 

[Zeusmybeardie]

No Leo's are a lot easier to care for don't eat as much don't need to be held as much they are easier and cheaper think about it a lot of time beardies are neglected and not cared for properly cause 1. They can chew threw your pocket very easily 2. They do require much more requirements it is true a Leo is one of the best starting reptiles if your not looking to spend that much money

 

[munchkins9802]

I just tried to look at the ad and was flagged for removal!

 

[Mistyck]

Good, about time! He'll have it posted again soon though. Next time I'll take a screen shot. The poor baby was in terrible shape though. UGH!

 

[clearlyjoyful]

No Leo's are a lot easier to care for don't eat as much don't need to be held as much they are easier and cheaper think about it a lot of time beardies are neglected and not cared for properly cause 1. They can chew threw your pocket very easily 2. They do require much more requirements it is true a Leo is one of the best starting reptiles if your not looking to spend that much money

I don't know if it was about the money. I think it was more or less they just weren't a good owner and didn't really care for their pet. It doesn't matter what you give him, he's going to neglect and abuse it.

 

[Zeusmybeardie]

But u can't prove that I gotta admit I beardie is more work then a gecko would be maybe he wasn't prepared for a beardie and he knows that so he finally saying I toke on to much I need a easier challenge

 

[clearlyjoyful]

But u can't prove that I gotta admit I beardie is more work then a gecko would be maybe he wasn't prepared for a beardie and he knows that so he finally saying I toke on to much I need a easier challenge

I would much rather give them nothing and assume that they weren't going to take care of it because of how they acted on Craigslist, advertising an animal as if it were an unfeeling object than give him a Leopard Gecko and assume he wasn't going to do the same thing a month or two down the line. There's no proof, sure, but there's definitely cause for concern here.

 

[gothra]

But u can't prove that I gotta admit I beardie is more work then a gecko would be maybe he wasn't prepared for a beardie and he knows that so he finally saying I toke on to much I need a easier challenge

I would much rather give them nothing and assume that they weren't going to take care of it because of how they acted on Craigslist, advertising an animal as if it were an unfeeling object than give him a Leopard Gecko and assume he wasn't going to do the same thing a month or two down the line. There's no proof, sure, but there's definitely cause for concern here.

Agreed. I kept leos for years, and I had to say they are no easier to keep than bearded dragons. Leos are much less interactive and are more easily stressed. And when they are stressed, they can go off food for months. This makes them a less suitable pet for an enthusiatic kid who wants a cool pet to "play with". The main point is, we are talking about a living creature, not a lifeless toy. I didn't get to see the ad because its removed, but someone mentioned one of the arm is missing - well, that pretty much means the person is not suitable to own any pet, at the moment.

 

[clearlyjoyful]

Exactly, gothra. His leg was in fact missing, and I don't think he should be trading his bearded dragon for anything - he should be finding a MUCH more suitable home for it...

 

[Mistyck]

OMG these poor babies! Red lights only, no bright lights, or UVB (suitable one at least), half of the tail is missing. UGH I can't believe this!

http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/pet/2931883438.html

I have two adult bearded dragons one male one female (breeding pair) tank no lid water and food dish and light bulbs asking $100

I can't print screen so, if someone could do that for me I'd be grateful.

 

[munchkins9802]

http://images.craigslist.org/5Nb5I45M93G13F53lfc41512ffbd764111a57.jpg

Some people just shouldnt own animals!

 

[Mistyck]

Isn't that the truth! Those poor babies! :x