While a typical pet like a cat or dog is cozy to cuddle up with, snakes are a little different. You probably know that your ball python is cold-blooded, but should it still feel warm due to the heat source in its vivarium? So are ball pythons supposed to feel cold? Although your pet may …
As a ball python owner, you might be excited to begin breeding your pets. You’re probably wondering exactly how often ball pythons can breed and how many eggs they can produce in one season. So can ball pythons double clutch? While some snakes such as corn snakes can double clutch, ball pythons cannot. Read on …
When choosing a substrate for your ball python, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. There are tons of options–and tons of conflicting opinions as well. It can be difficult to figure out what type of substrate is the best for your pet, and whether certain types of substrate like coconut fiber are safe for ball pythons. …
Snakes don’t typically make much noise, so if you hear any strange sounds coming from your ball python’s enclosure, you might be curious about what they mean. Is a squeaking sound totally normal, or a cause for alarm? Is it simply a way for your pet to communicate, or a sign of illness? So why …
If you are like many ball python owners, you may have noticed an odd physical characteristic of your snake. Your ball python’s head may seem disproportionately smaller than the rest of its body. What causes this strange fluctuation in size compared to the rest of its body? Is this feature a cause for concern? So, …
All species of pet snakes are healthiest and happiest when provided with a shallow dish of fresh water. Not only will your reptile drink this water, they may soak in it as well. So, what type of water is best for your snake? Can I give my snake distilled water? You should not give your …
If you’ve ever held your snake on your shoulders or allowed them to explore the top of your head, you may have noticed that your pet is quite interested in your hair. Perhaps they sit on it, burrow into your locks, or wrap themselves around your ponytail. What’s up with that? Why does my snake …
Maybe you just got your ball python and are struggling with feeding time, or perhaps you’ve had your ball python for years but it’s suddenly refusing to eat its regular meals. You might start to wonder if your ball python would prefer something other than a mouse or rat, or if you should switch up …
When you first set up your ball python’s tank, all the specifications for its habitat can seem a bit overwhelming. Temperature, humidity, lighting–there’s a lot to remember! You may be wondering if you need to provide your ball python with light during the night time, or if it will be perfectly happy in the dark. …
Feeding time is always exciting to watch when you have a ball python! Seeing your pet “hunt” its prey and enjoy its meal is entertaining and can also be a chance to bond with your snake. But sometimes your ball python might miss its prey when it strikes, even if it’s never had any issues …
