View Full Version : Packaged some snakes for shipping today.*pics*


Larry
10-15-2008, 04:35 PM
Since I had a package going out today I figured what the hell, I'll snap some pics of the process..:)

Heres the paperwork which includes laminated copies of the genetic certificates, invoice and record cards..

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon238.jpg

Heres one of the snakes all packaged up in a 16oz deli cup.

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon240.jpg

All three snakes packaged inside the insulated shipping box.

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon241.jpg

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon242.jpg

Top view...

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon243.jpg

Another shot with the gaps all filled in. You want them nice and snug..

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon245.jpg

With the paperwork all added..

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon246.jpg

Insulated top..

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon248.jpg

All packaged up with the shipping label slapped on top..Ready to go

http://i461.photobucket.com/albums/qq334/larry_suttles/cannon249.jpg

Out the door and off to their new homes...:)

constrictorkeeper
10-15-2008, 04:55 PM
make sure you add something in about holes in the box.
hey, you never know...
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Larry
10-15-2008, 04:56 PM
If you look close you'll see two holes on each end of the box. Right where the red arrows point up.

147BOAS
10-15-2008, 05:22 PM
thanks for the pictures

BryonsBoas
10-15-2008, 05:34 PM
If you look close you'll see two holes on each end of the box. Right where the red arrows point up.

Absolutely. The boxes aren't air tight to start with and shouldn't be.

Snakes don't have the need for a large amount of airflow in the box for a standard overnight shipment. I've used the 2 piece molded shipping boxes without any ill effects during colder months. As long as they packed properly , punching holes in the boxes can be more of a detriment than a help.

jknudson
10-15-2008, 07:58 PM
The packing job is looking good! Whoever is getting that package is a lucky one!

West Coast Pythons
10-15-2008, 08:30 PM
Hey Larry
I have a great idea ,why dont you pack up a couple of Morphs and ship them to me and I will send you a inspection report and keep the snakes as a modest fee:D:D

AaronP
10-15-2008, 09:14 PM
Hah, Larry if I didn't know better I'd think you were someone I knew! You guys pack your animals nearly exactly alike.

Larry
10-15-2008, 09:34 PM
Hah, Larry if I didn't know better I'd think you were someone I knew! You guys pack your animals nearly exactly alike.

Well in all fairness it's a pretty standard packing job..Hell yea

BT
10-15-2008, 10:54 PM
I like the paperwork - Good job my bluegrass brother -

nickstone
10-15-2008, 11:23 PM
Great job. Do you wrap christmas and birthday presents too?;)

Gary Orner
10-15-2008, 11:26 PM
Larry I am not sure it is right. send me a test package with a group of animals lol.....

ChristianC
10-16-2008, 12:47 AM
I like the paperwork too. Laminated and in full color. very nice.

grunt_11b2007
10-24-2008, 07:35 PM
Yeah the paperwork is definately very professional.. What do you use to generate those invoices and all??

Alan

Larry
10-24-2008, 07:38 PM
Excel and Kinkos

Thanks for the comments..

JChandler
10-24-2008, 07:40 PM
Love the laminated paperwork with the cage cards to, very professional touch!

Cornball
10-24-2008, 07:56 PM
Nice packaging job!

CornerstoneReps
10-25-2008, 09:38 PM
Nice job Larry. Thanks! :yourock:

earthpig23
11-19-2008, 09:20 PM
okay now taht i see this thanks for sharing. now if ever you use heat packs where do you place those?

Sputnik
11-19-2008, 09:26 PM
How it should be done.... slick!

A great example of how to pack.

You put the holes where I put em too.... :rockon:

norsmis
11-20-2008, 05:18 AM
Pay attention boys and girls of the BLBC! This is the correct way to ship animals!
Great info Larry! I am sure this will help a lot of people who have never shipped (some that have).
And kudos on the top-notch paperwork! This means a lot with the way this industry has turned. If it were me opening that box, not only would I be excited about getting the animals but seeing that paperwork would put my mind at ease knowing I was dealing with a professional.

Gator
11-20-2008, 12:55 PM
That's some quality job, man!

anendeloflorien
11-20-2008, 01:47 PM
OOooooo that's definitely nice! Looks exactly like how 8ball packages their snakes (but no cool 8ball pillowcase :lol:) I think they use that same exact box. Definitely top notch Larry and someone is getting a great package!

Steven_Kelley
11-21-2008, 06:31 PM
Nice post Larry...

Looks like Christmas is coming early for some lucky Herper! :)