Wendy,
You are 100% correct. Like I stated in my post earler if you re-read it, the only thing that is deiffferent here is volume, you might ship more than the average 'Joe'. That all breaks down to $$ for them.
I sent a short and to the point letter of what I am looking for.
Here is what it said.......
I wanted to contact you in hopes that we could come to an agreement. I am a nonvenomous snake breeder in Arizona. I have been in this industry for 15 years and hope to be in it for years to come.
I am writing you because I am in need of a good sound relationship with a overnight delivery company.
When I ship nonvenomous snakes, I use the following techniques for shipping:
1. I get a standard cardboard box
2. I line the cardboard box with at laest 1' thick styrophome. This insures safety of the snake from extreme temperatures (both hot and cold).
3. I place the snake in a 'snake bag' and tie it shut to unsure that it cannot get out.
4. I placce crumbled up newspaper or shredded paper in the box surrounding the bad with the nonvenomous snake. This gives the snake some extra 'cushionin' if you will from being moved abruptly from side to side in the box.
5. The box is taped shut and I ship.
The above steps are followed when I ship each and every time. Not once have I had a snake die in shipping.
I know that there are individuals that are permitted to ship with your company, but I am unsure what you base your decisions on (who can and who can't).
I would be more than happy to open an acct. with your company in hopes of using your services when my shipping needs dictate so.
I am more than willing to answer any questions or concerns you might have, just email me and I can get back to you very quickly.
I look foward to a response from you all and hope that we can have a long term relationship that will benefit us both in the years to come.
Thank you for your time,
Brian Oakley
Phx., AZ
BrianOakley@cox.net
We will see what their response is.