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Snakes Make Good Pets Too PDF Print E-mail
Written by Lisa Steele   
Snakes are least considered as household pets. It is due, in part, to their notorious image as portrayed in films and written in books. Many people still think of snakes as those creatures able to squeeze you to death or kill you with a single venomous bite. This is not at all true. One only need to differentiate between venomous and those fairly safe snakes.
by LisaSteele


Snakes are least considered as household pets. It is due, in part, to their notorious image as portrayed in films and written in books. Many people still think of snakes as those creatures able to squeeze you to death or kill you with a single venomous bite. This is not at all true. One only need to differentiate between venomous and those fairly safe snakes.

REMEMBER, snakes should always be cradled with great care because sudden movements by the one carrying it can result to a defensive mode.

For individuals who are adventurous, snakes are the perfect pets for them. Snakes are not typical pet choices. However, caring for them is just like caring for any other pet. Sometimes they are even more useful than other pets we keep. They can help you out in your battle with mice. They do not need much cleaning since they do not smell nor create too much mess in the house. Feeding them is never a problem especially if they are still small.

In choosing the kind of snake you would like to have, there are many factors that will play a great part in your decision-making. You first have to ask yourself about the amount you are willing to shell out for your new pet. You should also think of the housing setup of this exotic animal. There is also the color and appearance of the snake you would like to have. You can observe the snakes' behavior in your local pet stores and from there you can pick the one you like.

Garter Snakes are the best snakes to start with. They are appropriate for novice snake owner since they are tolerant of people. They also live up to 12 years so as a pet owner, you have all the time to study its habits and to enjoy taking care of it. If you have a tight budget, Garter Snakes will do since they are inexpensive.

Another kind of snake that is relatively safe to own as a pet is the Snow Corn Snake. They are colorful and easy on the eyes. These snakes attract children with their extraordinary color. One good thing about the Snow Corn Snake is their ability to tolerate cradling and petting by individuals. It is a bit longer than the Garter Snake since it can grow to about five feet whereas the latter may only reach four feet. Same terrarium specifications as with Garter Snakes apply.

On the other hand, there are snakes better left to those well-trained to handle them. Snakes like Python (Ball Python or Royal Python) should be handled by herpetologists. They are constrictors or snakes which constrict their prey to submission. Royal Pythons can be found in Africa measuring from three to five feet. They can live up to three decades.

Purchasing an exotic animal would require permits and clearances from your local community since they may have ordinances against owning snakes. It is better to be sure prior to making that purchase.

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