Snakes

snake

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance pet, then you might be interested in owning a snake. However, there are a few aspects of owning a snake that you need to be aware of before you make this type of commitment. Here’s what you need to know.

What to Know Before Choosing a Pet Snake

Before you purchase a snake, it is important to keep a couple of key factors in mind. First, they need certain climate conditions like humidity and heat levels. In order to have a healthy pet, you’ll need to ensure you have space and equipment to make this happen.

Next, you need to keep in mind that some snakes do bite. While most kept as pets are not venomous, the bites can hurt in certain cases. Aggression in pet snakes generally has a lot to do with breed, size, and the sex of the animal. Lack of human contact on a regular basis can also cause a snake to be fearful, which can lead to aggressive behaviors.

Snakes also have very specific dietary requirements that will likely cause you to have to feed them live rats or mice. If this bothers you or you’re squeamish, then owning a pet snake might not be right for you.

Best Snakes to Own for Beginners

If you’re looking for the right type of snake, then you’ll want to pay attention. While there are a lot of different varieties out there that you can choose from, it is best to start out with one that is small and requires minimum care. For example, a corn snake is an ideal option for those who have never previously owned one of these pets. Milk snakes are also a wonderful choice and even ball pythons are a good option for people who aren’t afraid of owning a bigger snake.

General Care Information for Snakes

Owning and caring for a snake can be quite rewarding, but you need to have a basis of their needs before you bring one home. Ensure your new pet has a clean enclosure suitable for their particular heat and humidity needs. In some cases, this means purchasing a special lamp or other accessories. You’ll also want to stock up on food, which can sometimes be bugs and live or frozen mice, depending on the size of the snake.

If you have a love for reptiles, a snake can be a great addition to your household.

Location

Find us on the map

Office Hours

At this time we only offer services for large animals.

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Testimonials

Read What Our Clients Say

  • "Incredible vet and very genuine person. During one harrowing event, he was on the phone with me numerous times during the day and night, at midnight, and at 2am, then called the next morning for a progress report. He always goes above and beyond because he takes his job seriously - something that is becoming harder and harder to find. Can't say enough good things about him. He is a treasure."
    Lisa C.
  • "Dr. King is awesome! I cannot say enough great things about his practice. He has saved my horses multiple times. Even if he is out on an emergency, he still takes the time as soon as possible to follow up, answer lots of questions, and give instructions. I completely trust him with my big babies! THANK YOU for all you do for all of us!"
    Staci P.