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I'm just adding more positive feedback for Chris Johnson over at Top Shelf Exotics. I purchased a snake in February, which due to freezing weather up north delayed her arrivial. It is now the beginning of April and she has arrived, warm, fat, healthy, and with photo ID papers.

Great doing business with you Chris, definately look forward to your 05 season for hatchlings! I recommend this breeder to anyone for a trustworthy investment.
 
Thank you for the kind words Violette, I apologize that the weather delayed the arrival of your new addition. We take great care to ensure the safe arrival of our animals. It was an absolute pleasure dealing with you, we look forward to serving you again in the future.
 
I've heard only great things about Top Shelf Exotics, but I've sent them multiple emails and have yet to receive a response.
 
Actually you did receive responses to your emails regarding leos you offered to sell us, but I have yet to receive a response from you after your initial offer. We requested photos, pricing, and information I believe and we have yet to get your response. Perhaps your mail was returned due to file size? Who knows, regardless resend it and I'll respond accordingly. [email protected]
 
Interesting. The files amount to about 1100k in size. I'll resend now, please let me know if you don't receive the email and/or the pictures.

Thanks!
 
Hmm.... that should easily come through. I'll look for your mail after I return from lunch. Thanks.
 
... Maybe this Corona (cerveza) next to me has me laughing ...

... having dealt with Chris just a smidgeon, and talking to others who have ..... Yes, he's one of the GOOD GUYS! Jeez, for as many times as he posts into these threads, if he slips up just a wee little bit, the sharks out there would cut him no slack!! Good job Chris .... hope all is well, and all good comments are well earned! Greetings from sunny Florida .... hurricane? What's that?

Jim Flaherty
The Cameleon Company. LLC
 
... If cerveza had any influence ....

Hey Chris,
Fortunately with me, my limited and rare consumption of adult beverages only allows me to speak with more honestly, although I make no claim to "speak with forked tongue" otherwise, an analogy that most herpers despise! Your reputation in the business is solid, and I would vouch for you in any forum. I also appreciate anyone who speaks their mind, and that makes you a very appreciated entity within the community (do I hear a "second"?). I am grateful to all who use this forum to take the time to acknowledge good product and service .... we get enough of the bad news ..... and know from my dealings with you, jointly with Dr. Alfonso, that all things done were solid, and exceeded expectations. If only all things were such! If ever down this way, we are great hosts ..... and have lots of cerveza! Kudos well earned .........

Jim Flaherty
 
Awesome Dude!

I just recieved THREE geckos from Chris and i am MORE than satisfied. He went up and over my expectations for what i was recieveing!! Thanks Chris!!

Matt Manry
 
Just received my 1.1 100% Het HC Albino's from Chris Johnson from Top Shelf Exotics. Despite a few delays due to some supplies not being shipped from there suppliers, they kept in touch with me the whole time letting me know how things where progressing. I received my new additions today and they are FLAWLESS, very healthy babies! I couldnt recommend Chris any higher than i already do to purchase from. Keep up the good work man, I'll let you know when im ready for the het ghost female.
 
Thanks. I wish things could have run more smoothly in my absense, my apologies. Glad you like your new animals, I'm glad to have dealt with you and thank you for your purchase. Thanks for tolerating the unfortunate delays. :)
 
I would definitely recommend Chris @ TSE. I purchased 0.4 100% Het. Albino's from him earlier this year (04 babies) They look good,feeding great, and are now pushing 900 grams - purchase with confidence.
Mike Derks
 
Best people I have dealt with. Really helpful and understanding. Fast shipping and healthy snakes. Isnt that what everyone looks for.

Thanks Chris

Diego
 
Thanks for the kind words but I cannot take much credit from recent weeks... I've been out ill for the past four or five weeks or so... I started back on Tuesday and I'm working my self back into the "loop"

I do apologize for any delays encountered, my absence was not exactly "planned" :)

thanks for your patronage, I'll pass the gratitude onto the guys. :)
 
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