Consider this: If you have a pet bird, you may not be able to give it away easily. What do you do with it if you are no longer able to care for it? If you get a pet that needs a mate or three, how do you find someone willing to take them all in if your circumstances change?
Although it is impossible to predict what your future may bring, pets do require you to have a plan in place. In our opinion, if you decide to get that pet snake, make sure that there is someone you know who may also want a pet snake. This will help you during times of unforeseen situations.