Now its time to dive into the category of pet snakes and how to care for them! This post will be all about making your snake feel comfortable around you and in its new home. This video by Petco tells you everything you need to know and things you should avoid as well, about taking care of a snake for the first time!
Facts and info for caring for your new snake
- Most snakes can live up to 20 years, be ready to have them for a long time!
- Get the right size enclosure for your snake. Tiny snakes still need decently sized enclosures despite being so small!
- Keep the enclosure heated or humid at all times.
- Only feed your snake frozen mice, never feed them live mice as a new snake owner.
- Make sure the enclosure is secure, snakes are known for being escape artists and can slip out of very small cracks.
- Keep a constant supply of fresh and clean water in their habitat!
- Make hiding places in your snake’s enclosure.
- Give your snake its personal space and time to settle into their enclosure until you try handling for the first time. Don’t try to handle too often multiple times a day, as it might stress them. Remember, snakes aren’t social animals!
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