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[womas4me]

I can't imagine you toss your collection out in the backyard to freely sun themselves

And try telling real estate agents that you don't let your reptiles run around the house freely- they look at you like you're lying. We wouldn't normally be too concerned but there is a housing shortage atm and there are only about 5 rentals available a week and they start at $350 a week. For that sort of money I'd expect expect to be able to keep anything I felt like. And yes, they all allow dogs and cats!
Magpie, it's a shame you have a problem with transport too. If we ever come up with a way of convincing these ignorant people, we'll let you in on the secret.