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Stephen Emerick/Napa Valley Snakes

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I'm quite astonished that I didn't find a thread about Steve in a search of the site. I was certain that others have sung his praises before.

Anyways, I just received a pair of juvenile womas from Steve, and am thoroughly impressed by the quality of the snakes, as well as the care taken in getting them to me.

Steve is definitely one of the best in the business.
 
Napa Valley is also currently offering a 10% discount for military members (active, reserve, or retired).  I'm not in the market for anything right now, and I've never been comfortable cashing in on my military background, but it is incredibly nice and extremely respectful that they have made the offer.  I, for one, appreciate it!

Darin
 
I would like to agree 100% with all the comments made about Stephen Emerick and Napa Valley Snakes.  Steve is one of the nicest, most sincere guys in the herp industry!  He is always a pleasure to talk with and he produces QUALITY animals!  I would absolutely recommend Steve and Napa Valley Snakes.  Steve is someone you don't have to hesitate to do business with!

Thanks Steve!  <img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':D'>

Celia Chien
webmaster
East Bay Vivarium
 
i definately agree!!.Steve is hands down one of the nicest guys in this industry!!..His animals are very high quality and not to bad priced!..I would recomend him to anyone that is looking to buy!!..Keep up the great work Steve!!..
 
Figured I would jump on the band wagon too! Everyone knows Steve is the man when it comes to great customer service, advice, and exceptional quality animals!

Justin Higgs
ECTOTHERMZ...
 
This guy is awesome!  Stephan helped me out with a nice donation after a fire that I had in my herp room at my house.  He is definately one of the GOOD guys in the herp industry!

I would not hesitate to do business with him and highly recommend him to all of you.

I thought there was a good guy thread on him already? If not I am sorry I did not start one.

Napa Valley snakes Rocks!

Rick Steward/Rick Reptiles
 
Just wanted to update everyone and sing Steve's praises yet again! I just received more snakes from him today, and all I can say is "Damn!"

Twelve hours later, I'm still trying to figure out what the most attractive snake of the bunch is. Right now, I'm leaning towards the male double het snow boa. Then again, the Cape Yorks are pretty nice, too.

Steve's prices were more than fair. To be quite honest, I actually questioned the price he quoted me because I thought it was too low...lol!

Anyways, just like my purchase from Rich Z, Steve made me feel like a kid at Christmas again. It's hard to believe, but I'd rather sit here and admire these snakes than go to France later this week. Believe me, it takes something really special to make me not want to spend two weeks on the French Riviera.

Thanks again Steve, and I look forward to picking up some more animals from you when I get the chance.
 
<img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'> i am sitting with my male yearling right now..his name is red and i sure wish i knew how to post a pic on here.
he is awesome and wicked looking
he came from steve emerick this year!
 
I have to concur. Steve is a stand up guy who's customer service and quality of reptiles is remarkable. It's always a pleasure doing business with NapaValley Snakes!

Thanks for everything Steve!

Jason Kuta
 
Steve is the best!!  I have purchaced several snakes from him over the past two years and have never been disappointed.  He is always willing to answer questions and give helpful advice, even after the sell. Steve is a great guy and has become a personal friend.
 
I just got my second order in from Stephen Emerick of Napa Valley Snakes ... I don't know what to say ... I have ordered from maybe 15 different reptile suppliers/breeders this fall and have yet to have an order I can compare to what I have received from Napa Valley. How can he sell this quality at these prices? From him I have received two orders of the most beautiful snakes I could imagine at prices that I couldn't imagine. Easy to deal with and very prompt and professional. If your thinking about purchasing from Steve ... do so with confidence. I'm bowled over.
Thank You Steve
 
My only transaction with Steve had him as the buyer but it was a smooth transaction with no glitches or problems. Definitely a consumate professional to deal with.
 
Yeah I guess steve is O.K. ??????J/K steve is more than o.k. he is without a doubt one of the best.
Alot of you have never met him and if you did you would think you knew him for several years within minutes.

I have never done a deal with steve or even bought a snake at all but I did stay in a holliday express last night?J/K/ LOL.......

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oh yeah ***GO R*A*I*D*E*R*S* ***

SHANNON BROWN
HIGH SIERRA REPTILES
 

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Yet another post of praise for Nappa Valley Snakes! Just yesterday (Jan 8th) I got a box of snakes delivered to my house in Michigan for a buddy that lives in Canada. All of the snakes were packaged great and look AWESOME! And because of my "snake sitting" I get to keep one of those great looking albino nelsons females. The next time I am looking for something I will be giving Stephen a call for sure!!
 
Another smooth transaction thanx Steve

Just completed another transaction with Steve. Everything went smoothly in the trade and i am very pleased with my ackies. Let me know if you get some black and white banded kingsnakes looking to get some of those to lol...
 
I've dealt with Steve for two years now, and of course I agree with you all- He's Awesome!
There's no one else I'd rather deal with. Communication is great, he's there for advice if you need it. He really cares about his snakes and his customers.
He even offered to throw in a free donut in a package for us last year...
Of course that was because he had a little assistant with powdered sugar fingers helping out...
Steve's a great guy.
This last transaction we got his last pair of Irian Jaya carpets. They are absolutely amazing. The female already ate for us and the male is in shed.
Thanks Steve!

Otter
 
I know this goes without saying by now...

I just received a pair of CB '02 black milksnakes from Stephen Emerick and don't think that it would be at all possible to feel happier with the way our transaction went. There is nothing better than opening a shipping box to get more than what you expected...I expected nice, healthy yearling black milks. What I got was a pair of friendly, robust, exquisite animals that actually made me say out loud, "yep, this is exactly what I've been looking for." The snakes came perfectly packaged, correctly sexed & labeled with complete feeding & shed records, as well as a detailed receipt & contact information.

The entire transaction from start to finish was a textbook example of flawless customer service. I was provided with shipping info & tracking numbers throughout the exchange of some friendly e-mails, and the snakes were shipped & arrived exactly as promised.

Stephen Emerick is top-notch and I will not hesitate to purchase from him again in the future!

Thanks for the great experience & awesome animals Steve!!!

Kara Glasgow - NERD, Inc.
 
I would have posted earlier but I figured the praises would have been said a long time ago as well. Steve is terrific. I have dealt with several people and of all of them only a handful are really exceptional. He is one of those of course. I purchased a pair of coxi from Steve....gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous animals. Healthy and perfectly represented. He is a stand up guy and would gladly do business with him again. Keep up the good work, Steve

Matt Lackemeyer
 
Napa Valley Snakes

I had my first ever long-distance snake purchase with Stephen several months ago. I had wanted a FWC for years...and he practically gave her to me! I love that snake to pieces and I could kiss Stephen all over for doing that for me!! He is a total doll!!

I too feel like we have a "personal" friendship...he's so warm and wonderful!! It's a shame his wife is letting him get away...It makes me wonder what's wrong with her. ;)
 
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