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What To Do If Your Snake Stops Feeding

A common complaint among snake owners is that their snake isn't feeding as it should be. Firstly, unless it is some months since your snake last ate this is unlikely to be a major cause of concern - many will miss one or two feeds then start eating again the next time. So the first tip for you if your snake isn't eating is to continue giving food on a regular basis. Keep to your "normal" feeding time and schedule as you might just be pleasantly surprised.

Exotic Pets Gaining Popularity...

According to the American Pet Products Manufacturer Association, exotic pets, such as snakes, lizards, spiders, and even hedgehogs are growing in popularity.  Comprising more than 15% of American households, about 11 million reptiles, 17 million birds, and more than 18 million small mammals have joined the ranks of dogs and cats in sharing our homes.  Strange new mammals, such as sugar gliders and prairie dogs are now sold alongside the more common hamsters and gerbils.  Tarantulas, scorpions, and even bearded dragons are routinely seen in pet stores and at local reptile swap meets.  What possibly would make a sane person want to keep something that slithers as a pet?

Setting Up An Enclosure For A Snake

Maybe they're not exactly cuddly, but snake make interesting pets. Regardless of the type of snake, from nice little corn snakes up to monster Burmese pythons, there are some principles that apply to setting up a cage or enclosure for a pet snake. One of the most important aspects is to make sure the enclosure is absolutely escape-proof.

How to keep your snake warm in an emergency

As annoying as the heat going out is for us it can easily be downright deadly for our snakes. Especially during the cold of winter. While we hope to never have to face a situation like this it is important to be prepared for it. The better prepared you are the better chance your snakes have of surviving.