Are you concerned that your ball python might be underweight? If so, it is important to be able to identify signs of weight loss and understand what might be causing it. Let’s take a look at some of the key signs to look for, as well as tips for treating an underweight ball python. As … Read more
As a ball python owner, you know your pet loves spending time curled up in its hide. The enclosed, dark space makes ball pythons feel safe and secure. Even the friendliest ball python will spend hours inside its hide when not basking or exploring. So you may get concerned when you notice your ball python … Read more
Caring for pet snakes is challenging. They have very specific husbandry needs and require careful attention to detail to keep them in tip-top condition. They are also susceptible to a number of medical conditions. One particularly common condition you may have heard of is mouth rot. Ball python mouth rot, also known as stomatitis, is … Read more
Owning a ball python can be an incredibly rewarding experience. These docile snakes make great pets due to their calm demeanor and relatively easy care requirements. However, ensuring your ball python’s health and happiness requires paying close attention to its behavior and signals. This guide will teach you how to interpret a ball python’s body … Read more
Respiratory infections are a common health issue faced by ball python owners. Left untreated, these infections can become very serious and even fatal. As a responsible pet owner, it is important to know how to recognize, treat, and prevent respiratory infections in ball pythons. This guide covers the key things every ball python owner should … Read more
How to clean a snake tank? Well there is definitely more than one way to do this but I will layout the way I go about it and the reasons why! As a ball python owner, keeping your snake’s tank clean should be a top priority. A dirty enclosure can lead to bacterial buildup, scale … Read more
Snake poop is probably not your favorite part of owning a ball python, but your snake’s bowel movements can be an important indicator of health. This article discusses all of the important health aspects of snake poop including how often ball pythons poop, the typical digestion process, important health markers to keep an eye out … Read more
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