Is it possible that our snakes are more scared of us than we are of them? As we care for snakes, we realize that all their responses are based on stressors or lack thereof in their environment. But there are just those instances where they seem too afraid of us. Why is your snake afraid …

Can snakes hold their breath underwater? Or do snakes breathe underwater? Many people say that snakes are excellent swimmers, is there truth in this? Can you hold a pool party for your pet snakes? The length of time that a snake can hold its breath varies on different factors. Snakes that are used to marine …

We all know that snakes, unlike dogs and cats, are not a type of pet you can play fetch with or lounge around the house. Why is your snake not active? Can you play with it? Is there something that you can do to make your snakes active? In general, a snake is not an …

One might think that since snakes are cold-blooded, it is okay to leave them cold as that is their average body temperature. But no, this should never be done! In fact, you should do the opposite and provide them with a heat source. What happens if your snake gets too cold? Can they die? If …

There are several things to consider if you’re keeping a snake as a pet. Sometimes, knowing all of these requirements might not be possible. Now, if you’re specifically concerned about keeping them warm and providing them with heat, here is what you need to know.  Snakes do require heat lamps or any other heating equipment …

I’ve received several emails from pet owners asking about why their leopard geckos are hiccuping. It’s very important to identify why your leopard gecko appears to be hiccuping, as it can suggest something serious is going on with your pet reptile. Leopard geckos cannot hiccup. Hiccups are caused by the diaphragm contracting. Leopard geckos do …

You are probably reading this right now as your once docile snake suddenly is hissing and puffing at you, or even striking at you. Is your snake’s reaction even aggression? Snake breeders have always said there are no aggressive snakes, only defensive ones. What is the principle behind this statement? Snakes become defensive or aggressive …

Should you give your snakes a soak or a bath? If your snakes do need a soak, how should you soak them? Are there snakes that like to take a bath? It is confusing to decide on the matter especially when you see your dirty snake. Will a soak benefit your snake? You should only …

Venomous snakes can be particularly stylish due to all their evolutionary adaptations, but any good reptile enthusiast knows that it’s wise to keep away from these creatures—and that’s just what those adaptations are for! The stance and hoods of cobras signal danger to potential predators, and we humans should be wary of those dangers as …

Your pet snake might show some strange behaviors from time to time: hissing, glass surfing, even head wriggling. But if you’ve noticed your snake shaking, you might be wondering what’s happening. Are they shivering? Is it a seizure? What’s going on?  There are several factors that may cause a snake to start shaking, twitching or …