Should you have Check Ups?

[kenzie]

I have a juvinile ball python she is almost 2 feet . She is in great condition and VERY loved ... but I have to ask. Should you have "check ups" for your BP? Like once a year or something take her to a herp just to get a check up even if there is nothing visibly wrong?

[Adam_Wysocki]

I have a juvinile ball python she is almost 2 feet . She is in great condition and VERY loved ... but I have to ask. Should you have "check ups" for your BP? Like once a year or something take her to a herp just to get a check up even if there is nothing visibly wrong?

If your a new keeper (less than a couple years), I think absolutely! ... Even vets that don't have a ton of experience with reptiles are schooled in the basics as far as identifying possible problems early.

The other benefit is that you'll establish a relationship with a vet or vet office in case something serious does come up. There's nothing worse than needing help in an emergency and not knowing where to go or who to trust.

-adam

[ARamos8]

You can't go wrong with a vet check up. Peace of mind is a good thing.

[Melicious]

Especially seeing as these animals are not only pets, but they're part of the family. As soon as I get my next paycheck I'm taking both kids to the vet.

[Pythons Rock]

Most defiantly, it's like getting a yearly check up for yourself.

[4Khan]

I took my "girl" to the vet a week after we got "her" so I could get an initial weight/check up. yeah...found out we had a healthy 190 gram boy instead of a girl.


vet check = goodness

[Vomitore]

Next weekend Im taking my snakes to the vet for a check up. I'd take em this week but car insurance is due. Ugh, L.A. has such high insurance its insane.