As a ball python owner, you may encounter situations where your snake regurgitates or vomits up its meal. This can be alarming, but is usually easily resolved by making some husbandry adjustments. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the differences between regurgitation and vomit, reasons it happens, and how to get your ball python eating … Read more
Stargazing describes an unusual body position that is seen in some reptiles, especially snakes, which suffer from a disease or injury that inhibits the normal function of the central nervous system (i.e., the brain and spinal cord). This, in turn, causes the affected reptiles to twist their heads and necks and look upwards towards the … Read more
White spots on your ball python can be alarming at first glance. As a beloved pet any changes to their scales raises concern about possible health issues. However, while white spots may look troubling they are typically harmless. This article will cover the common causes of white spots on ball pythons and when you need … Read more
Ball pythons are one of the most popular pet snakes, and for good reason. They are docile, easy to care for, and have beautiful morphs. But when it comes to bathing these snakes, there is some debate. Should you soak your ball python, and if so, how often? In this article, we’ll cover everything you … Read more
Are you getting a pet ball python? Ball pythons can make great pets. However, as exotic animals, it’s important that they have an enclosure built to more or less replicate the conditions of their natural habitat. Otherwise, they can’t survive. If you haven’t read our article “How to Care for Your Ball Python” yet, start … Read more
As a ball python owner, you may be concerned when you see your pet soaking in its water bowl. This unusual behavior can raise questions about whether something is wrong with your snake. In this article, we’ll explore the top reasons a ball python may soak in its water bowl and how to address them. … Read more
Ball pythons are one of the most popular pet snake species. As snake owners, it’s important to understand all aspects of their health – including their pee. Here’s a comprehensive guide to demystifying ball python pee. Do Ball Pythons Pee? Yes ball pythons do pee. However, their urinary system is a bit different from mammals. … Read more
Why Is My Ball Python Periscoping? An Explainer Have you noticed your ball python occasionally lifting its head and part of its body upright? As a pet parent, this behavior may concern you. Perhaps you worry your python is being aggressive or defensive and prepare for it to strike. However, rest assured periscoping is completely … Read more
How to tell if your Snake is a Proper Weight by Snake Discovery So your snake is looking a little chubby. Is that really a problem? After all, it looks kind of cute with those fat rolls, right? Previously, I covered how to get your snake back to a healthy weight if it has gotten … Read more
Several factors can result in injury or infection in a snake’s spectacle, which can lead to impaired vision, and potentially affect their ability or willingness to eat. Our team at Veterinary Vision Center wants to provide information about spectacular diseases in snakes to ensure your affected reptilian pet gets the care they need. The spectacle … Read more