Snake Care - Little Critters Veterinary Hospital

One of the easiest reptiles pets to keep is Snakes -- Yes Snakes!

Comprehensive Guide to the Most Common Pet Snake Species: Care and Management

Keeping snakes as pets can be a unique and rewarding experience. However, each species has specific requirements to ensure they thrive in captivity. In this detailed guide, we'll explore the most common pet snake species, covering housing, substrate, temperature, humidity, feeding, lighting, and common health issues for each.

Our recommendation for snake pets include:

Ball pythons

they do not get very large and come in a wide variety of colors and patterns.

Boas

Several types are available but the red-tail is the most common. Many color morphs are available in the pet trade. These are typically quiet and gentle snakes but will get big.

Kingsnakes

Beautiful snakes that are shiny and colorful but can be reclusive.

Corn and Milk Snakes

Smaller snakes that can become very tame and are available in many colors and patterns.

Snakes are actually the easiest reptile pet to care for. They do not need and should not be fed live food and only need a frozen thawed mouse about weekly (will vary with age and size of snake).

Snakes do not require supplemental light and many will not need extra heating (see requirements for your species).

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