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Gary Schiavino is the real deal!

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Hello everyone!
I just sent Gary Schiavino some snakes and I sure hope they arrive in good condition and that he enjoys them. These days it is not often that you come across a guy like Gary. In fact, this is the first time I have ever had a deal like the one Gary and I worked out, but I have heard about them from old timers when they have told me about days past.
You see, I have never met Gary before but we spoke on the phone and the next thing I knew he shipped me about $900.00 worth of snakes. I did not give him any money. I did not give him any snakes. He even told me that if I was unhappy in any way that I should send him his snakes back and he would be satisfied.
Gary trusted me and that feels really nice considering the number of charlatans and scammers that are out there these days. It just goes to show that there are good people out there involved in our hobby. Gary Schiavino is a true hobbiest in every sense of the word. His cage cards were in perfect order, his animals were in perfect condition, he was great to speak with on the phone, and he treated me like a person he had worked with for decades.
Our deal is not finished as the animals I sent to him are still in the air. I guess anything could happen to them. I am not worried though because I know that no matter what happens Gary and I will be able to move forward in a positive way.
I am glad to have met Gary and I hope you all have the pleasure of working with him too. Don't be surprised if you don't get the same treatment though as I am sure he can smell a scam artist from three continents away!!
Will Bird
Extraordinary Ectotherms
 
I have yet to deal with Gary but I know him from the Chondro folks. I've spoke with him many times and would send him a few K's in a matter of seconds and not worry one bit!
 
A great experience with Gary Schiavino

I just concluded a transaction with Gary for a high end carpet morph. Of course the snake came in beautiful. Gary was top notch in communication. The snake was shipped via Delta and of course was nice and warm when she got here.

I called Gary from the airport as he had requested and he asked me to e-mail him that night just to make sure that everything was still OK. I did that.

About 4-5 days after that I got an e-mail from Gary asking if the snake had eaten yet. I explained that she had not since I feed on Wednesdays and it was Tuesday.

He asked me to let him know when she ate since in his mind the sale is not complete until the snake feeds. The snake just ate and I e-mailed Gary.

All I can say is WOW!! If only all sellers were as considerate and caring, professional and thorough.

Gary is the real deal folks. I would buy anything from him again, anytime, without a moment's hesitation. You can too.
 
Gary has been around for quite a while. That's a very good sign. Gary and I spoke in the past and he was pleasant and professional. He is one of the good guys.

Jay A. Martin
 
I've bought a few animals from Gary and will likely buy from him again. He is one of the Good Guys in this business!! Randy
 
:iagree:I have made purchases from Gary in the past, and I can echo all of the positive sentiments. :hurray: He is awesome to do business with, and a great person!!
 
We purchased a pair of snakes from Gary and couldn't be happier with the transaction. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Packed well, shipped on time, and the guarantee he gave us was amazing.

Thanks for everything Gary and sorry this took so long to post.
 
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