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Good Guy ShipYourReptiles.com / AllProShipping.com

I have to agree. I really enjoy using ship your reptiles. I shipped a package 2 days ago and their was a problem with the delivery, it wasn't ups's fault, But SYR contacted me to let me know and updated me on the situation and everything. They even got in contact with UPS to question them about the situation. It is a great company for shipping you're reptiles.
 
According to a buddy of mine at UPS who is a good distance up the ladder, the problem is that SYR's agreement NEVER allowed them to ship snakes. It came to light that they were and that's the reason for the very specific prohibition.

Their labeling and packaging instructions on their website support this as well.
 
Suncoast Herpetological said:
According to a buddy of mine at UPS who is a good distance up the ladder, the problem is that SYR's agreement NEVER allowed them to ship snakes. It came to light that they were and that's the reason for the very specific prohibition.

Their labeling and packaging instructions on their website support this as well.
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Thank you John, I always wondered about that.

Here is a quote right off of SYR's web site.

What can I ship through ShipYourReptiles.com?
You cannot ship illegal drugs, batteries, liquor, aerosols, firearms and ammunition, fireworks, explosives, mammals (no dogs, no cats), birds, dry ice and absolutely no venomous reptiles.

ShipYourReptiles.com is approved for the shipping of live non venomous reptiles.

You must follow the ShipYourReptiles.com Shipping Standards.

You must also follow all UPS rules and restrictions. For more details, see these sections of the UPS site:
•Packaging and Supplies
•UPS Guide for Shipping Ground and Air Hazardous Materials
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This is off of UPS's web site.

Accepted / Prohibited Live Animals

Accepted Live Animals

This is a comprehensive list of live animals accepted for transportation. Shippers are prohibited from shipping any animal not listed here, and all other live animals will not be accepted for transportation. The following live animals are accepted for transportation unless poisonous, venomous, and/or a Threatened or Endangered Species.


Amphibians (All): Examples: frogs, salamanders, toads
Crustaceans (All): Examples: crabs, crawfish, lobsters, shrimp
Fish (All)
Insects (Limited to beneficial insects only): Examples: bees, butterflies, crickets, lady bugs
Mollusks (All): Examples: clams, mussels, snails
Reptiles (Limited to the following):
- Lizards: Examples: chameleons, geckos, iguanas, monitors, flying dragons
- Turtles: freshwater turtles (except: snapping turtles), land tortoises, sea turtles
Worms (All)

Prohibited Live Animals

Live Animals that are prohibited from being shipped and are not accepted for transportation include, but are not limited to:


Any poisonous, venomous or threatening animal
Any Threatened or Endangered species
Arachnids (All): Examples: mites, scorpions, spiders, ticks
Birds (All)
Crocodiles (All): Examples: alligators, caimans, gavials
Mammals (All)
Obnoxious Insects: Examples: flies, locusts, mosquitoes, roaches, termites, weevils
Snakes (All): venomous and non-venomous
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There is an on going discussion about this in the Shipping Forum, I believe it was started yesterday. I posted the above information there as well. I also provided links to the information so you can read it straight off of the web sites for yourself.
 
I am new to this sight,so I hope this doesn't get taken the wrong way, I think this question was asked earlier ,what is the specific advantage to using this service ,is it monetary or that UPS has opened it's doors or a reason that I've missed?Sorry not trying to step on any toes.
 
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