They’re also a popular choice because they’re inexpensive. Corn snakes are pretty, and they come in all different colors. Ball pythons typically cost around $50, but can be over $10,000 if they are a rare and desirable morph. This is, of course, an important consideration. Ask experts first if you have small children in the house, because they’ll need to be at an age when they can understand what to do and what not to do around your pet snake. Instead of ridiculing them, use the opportunity to educate them.

Have you first consulted with family members about your new addition? Be aware that not everyone may share or understand your preference of pets. If you aren’t sure, it’s always a good idea to consult with a reptilian veterinarian (more on this later.) This is usually because they’re looking for a mate. Sometimes in the spring, younger snakes may seem restless and not eat as well. Garter snakes eat not only small mice but they also love fish as well, (small feeder fish from the pet store are inexpensive and easy to get) and earth worms are always a welcome treat. Corn snakes generally don’t have a problem eating dead mice, but you must be comfortable feeding them what they want.

There is some controversy about this, because rodents can harm your snake with their claws and teeth. If that doesn’t work, you could get live prey. You can try wiggling the rodent (using tongs, not your fingers) into the cage to attract the snake.

If your snake is bred in captivity, he’s more likely to eat dead prey with no problem. Usually, snakes are fed dead (frozen thawed) rodents. Some snakes are easier to feed than others. Ball pythons will be 5 feet long as adults. Boa constrictors will grow to be very large, so this may not make sense if you live in a small apartment. The smaller the snake, the smaller the cage or terrarium, and a less expensive food bill. Think about your living conditions and the cost of feeding a bigger snake. Decide how large you want your pet snake to grow. They are the easiest python the handle, so easy in fact, that a small child can hold them without the the fear of getting bitten. They call them the Children’s Python because of their extreme docile nature. The Children’s Python is by far the most docile of pythons there is available as a first pet snake. Ball pythons are typically content to sit in your hands or hang around your shoulder. They make a good choice if you don’t want to have to chase a snake around the house. Ball pythons, on the other hand, are slow moving and less active. They’re also very good with novice owners, so they’re a popular choice for a beginner snake owner.

They are extremely docile and can be handled for long periods of time without getting stressed out. Corn snakes for instance, are an active and curious species that likes to slither around and check out their surroundings. Do you want a snake that’s fun to play with, or a slow-moving, docile snake? You need to be aware that some species are more nervous and shy, while others are more easygoing about being handled. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the six most popular factors to consider, and which snake breeds are the best for beginners. Preparing the right environment for your pet snake, making sure you have enough time to dedicate to your new pet snake and many other considerations have to come first. If you’re considering getting a pet snake, there are some things you need to do and know first.

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