Pet snakes are not for everyone. They are wonderful animals and make low maintenance pets. Assuming you don’t get a venomous snake or a large constrictor, of course. They don’t need much care, much attention, much food, or much space. But if you want a pet that will be your best friend, will spend lots […]
Main Content
Snake Info
Do Snakes Eat Frogs? (What One Species Does Is Amazing)
Snakes can be surprisingly picky eaters. Many species just eat whatever meat is available in their environment. But other species have distinct preferences. They have developed a taste for a certain animal and don’t really want anything else, unless they are starving and can’t find the prey they prefer. So what about frogs? Are there […]
Snake Teeth (Facts You Need To Know About Snake Fangs)
What do you imagine when you think of snake teeth? Probably the classic image of a snake stretching its jaw to reveal long, sharp, scary fangs. But only some snakes have fangs like that. All are venomous snakes and they need those fangs to inject venom into their prey. Not all venomous snakes have those […]
Elephant Trunk Snake Care (What You Need To Know)
Are you considering the elephant trunk snake as a pet? Don’t. That’s probably not what you want to hear, but most people should not own this snake. It is incredible difficult to look after. It is shy and easily stressed out and has very specific requirements. It also grows quite large. Unless you have the […]
How Big Do Ball Pythons Get?
Size does matter. Are you thinking about getting a ball python as a pet? Then you need to know how big it gets. Why is size important? Because you want to make sure you provide it with an enclosure that offers plenty of space to live a happy and healthy life. Putting it in an […]
Do Snakes Eat Rabbits?
Would you feed your snake a live rabbit? How about a dead one? A lot of people would not. Luckily, you can always feed your snake a rat instead. Dead or alive. If you feel squeamish about feeding a snake any animal, I hate to break it to you, but you probably shouldn’t be a […]
Amazon Tree Boa (Care Guide & Why It’s Not Great For Beginners)
No snake species has the color variety of an Amazon Tree Boa. It is a stunning snake. But it does not make a good pet for everyone. This snake is aggressive and has some pretty strict requirements. It can be a beautiful pet for an experienced snake owner, but not for a beginner. Despite that, […]
Do Snakes Have Bones? (And Everything Else You Need To Know)
What do you think of when you think of snakes? Probably a long, thin, wiggly creature that is incredibly agile and flexible. In other words, not the kind of animal that has a lot of bones. Bones would give it a more rigid structure after all, right? But snakes do have bones. A lot of […]
Why Do Snakes Eat Themselves? (And How To Prevent It)
Is your pet snake trying to eat itself? It’s freaky, right? I can’t blame you for being worried. I mean there must be something wrong with your snake for it to try to swallow itself whole. And, truth be told, you’re right to be worried. Once your snake starts to eat itself, it can be […]
Pet Snakes
Best Substrate For Ball Pythons (Bedding To Keep Your Snake Comfortable)
Frustrated at the number of different substrates available for your ball python? You’re not alone. Each type has different advantages and disadvantages. It can be hard to figure out which brings the ideal mix of characteristics for this species of snake. There are actually a few types that work really well. We prefer cypress mulch […]
Snake Mites: Learn How To Treat Mites And Protect Your Pet
Snake mites will annoy your snake. They cause it discomfort and stress. But the problems don’t end there. If left untreated, mites can lead to serious health problems and eventually kill your pet. What can you do? First and foremost, ensure your snake has a clean living space. Then make sure to monitor your snake […]
Scale Rot In Snakes: How To Treat And Prevent It
Have you noticed reddish blotches on your snake’s skin? Or even blisters or open wounds? This could be a common bacterial infection referred to as scale rot. Keep reading to learn how to recognize this condition, and how to treat it before any serious harm comes to your snake. You’ll also learn what precautions to […]
Gopher Snake Vs Bull Snake (Which Makes The Better Pet?)
Is this a trick question? It sure seems like it, because the bull snake is actually a type of gopher snake. So we’re really comparing a specific gopher snake to all the other non-bullsnake gopher snakes. I can see why that may seem strange. But it actually makes a lot of sense. The bull snake […]
How Long Does It Take A Snake To Digest?
Snakes are the envy of every struggling dieter. They have an incredibly slow metabolism. That means they do not need to eat much and they can take their time swallowing and digesting their food. And take their time they do. How long they take depends on a number of factors. We’ll get into those below. […]
Are There Vegetarian Snakes?
We’ve all seen the video of that snake nibbling on the piece of lettuce. Wait, you haven’t seen it? I’m not surprised, because it doesn’t exist! There is no video like this because snakes do not eat vegetables. We’ll get into why below. But isn’t there any vegetarian species of snake? Technically, yes, there is […]
What Do Bull Snakes Eat?
Bull snakes are opportunistic. If they can catch it, kill it, and swallow it, they will eat it. That means they will go after any prey that’s available, as long as it is not too large for them to overwhelm and swallow. And since bull snakes get quite large, that makes for a pretty long […]
How Often Do Corn Snakes Shed?
Shedding is stressful. More so for your corn snake, but it can increase your stress levels too. You want to make your snake comfortable during the shedding process, when it is especially vulnerable. You also want to provide the right conditions for a successful shed. So how often do you and your corn snake have […]
How To Sex A Corn Snake Safely At Home
I can’t tell you how many male corn snakes end up with female names, and vice versa. That’s because most snake owners don’t know the sex of their pet. It’s not usually a big deal. But it can be, if you plan on breeding your corn snake. Whether you simply want to know the sex […]
How Fast Do Corn Snakes Grow?
Corn snakes and ball pythons are the two most popular pet snakes. Two big reasons pet owners love corn snakes is their beauty and their docile nature. Another reason is that they do not grow overlay large. But they do reach maturity fairly soon in life. That obviously means a fast growth rate. How fast? […]