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Whether purchasing a Python, Red-Tail boa or a California King Snake, snakes can make great pets. Before buying a snake, get snake care information and buying tips by watching this free reptile video series.
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Identifying snakes is difficult to do accurately. Identify snakes using field guides and the Internet with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Taking care of snakes requires first identifying the species of the snake and learning about its needs. Get the right snake and learn to care for it with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Snake cages come in different shapes, materials and sizes. Whether buying a snake cage on the Internet or from a commercial snake cage builder, get buying tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Snake cages can be made with a variety of materials including Plexiglas, wood and plastic. Save money and make a snake cage with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
A Python snake usually live for 20 to 25 years. Consider a Python snake's life span before purchasing with information from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
A Python snake's diet depends on their type and size. Learn why to feed a Python frozen rodents from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Ball Python snakes make great pets because of their smaller size and docile behavior. However Ball Pythons can be picky eaters so get feeding tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Habitats for Python snakes include deserts and tropical rain forests, depending on the type of python. Learn about Python habitats with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Buying a captive-born Python snake from a reputable breeder is highly recommended. Before buying a Python, check for health issues with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Red-Tail boa snakes tend to be nervous and require special care to keep as pets. Learn the difference between a Red-Tail boa and a common boa with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Young corn snakes will usually feed on small mice and lizards. Feed a young corn snake with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
California King snakes make great pets because of their small size and good temperament. Give a California King snake the best care with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Proper care of an injured garden or garter snake depends on the nature and severity of the injury. Learn how to care for injured garden snakes with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
Repelling snakes requires eliminating rodents and hiding places. Keep the grass mowed and repel snakes with tips from a certified animal control officer in this free reptile pets video.
There are several misconceptions about snakes that make people fearful and wary of this unique animal. Though all snakes are carnivorous, they are rarely aggressive towards humans unless provoked or harmed. Of the thousands of snake species, a minority are venomous. Educating people about the types of snakes and snake behavior preserves the species and creates a harmonious balance for human and reptile coexistence. In this free reptile video series, a certified animal control officer discusses different types of snakes and how to care for them. Learn the different snake breeds that make great pets, and find out about their diets and behaviors. Get tips on purchasing a snake from a reputable breeder, and find out how to build a cage that fits each type of snake. Eliminate misconceptions about snakes with this informative reptile guide.
Tim Cole Tim Cole has been keeping reptiles for over four decades and has professional experience working with zoos and scientific field studies. Cole is the owner/proprietor of Austin Reptile Service, an organization dedicated to the conservation of native Texas reptiles through education. He has been the Reptile Team Leader with Wildlife Rescue Inc. in Austin, TX, since 1989. He has achieved the level of State Advanced Certified Animal Control Officer, and has held a Texas Parks & Wildlife rehabilitation permit. Cole is a founding member of the Austin Herpetological Society and has sat on the board of various herpetological societies. He also keeps and breeds various species of snakes in his home, for the pet trade and for private collectors. Cole teaches snake identification and awareness programs to Animal Control Officers, City Utility Departments, State agencies, Cub & Boy Scout groups, and schools.dkdk
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