New snake

I just got my first Snake today, a Ball Python, ~14-15 inches. He's very active, and very friendly. When I picked him up at the pet store for the first time, he curled around my fingers, didn't show any signs of fright. I was just wondering if there was any advice anyone could give me, tips, and what to expect as it grows. Thanks in advance. :)

lmfao..
tips?

TOO MANY.
you will learn them along the way though.
good luck :gj:

These are alot of stickies on this website with vauable information that you can learn from. Read all of those and they will teach you alot. What answers you do not get from those you can ask here on the forums. Good luck with your BP and welcome to the site.

Also forgot to add that the SEARCH feature on this site is awesome. TONS of information out there to be had.

Congratulations! :snake:

You are a step ahead of me mate! I am here to learn a thing or two, and hopefully get a ball python after we have been away.

Do post a picture when you can.:)

Fiona

what are you housing the snake in? glass tank or tub?

Right now it's in a glass tank, I think 10 gallon.

Awesome, man! I just got my Ball Python as a surprise a few days ago. ;) He's amazing. I really do hope you have fun with your brand new herp. I can't believe how perfect as a breed Ball Pythons are. Are you feeding yours pinkies or fuzzies?

Congrats
Good luck on getting it to eat and here is a good care sheet.
http://www.newenglandreptile.com/CareBall.html

Ok so I read about how it's a good idea to cover 3 of the walls, but I was wondering, would Tinfoil be ok to use?

You can just use black spray paint on the outside of the glass. Make sure to take the baby out first

I don't have black spray paint atm, what else could I use that I might have laying around the house?

Construction paper, newspaper, colored foam board.

Once you have your set up perfect, your snake will adjust easier and be less problematic. The UTH, thermostat, thermometers/hygrometers, and 2 identical super snug hides.

When you have everything set temperature and humidity wise, then leave the snake to adjust to his new home for at least a week. This means no interruptions, no holding, no rearranging the tank, just leave him be to acclimate to his new home so your chances of a continued and steady feeding are that more successful.

I used foam around my sides of the tank to hold in heat, and use the foil on the screen top to hold in heat and humidity.

In the husbandry section, there is a great sticky on glass tank set up, I suggest reading it. :)

But for a baby ball python, a ten gallon will work for a very long time! Kudos