Son getting ball python. Cage setup help please

[iCandiBallPythons]

I learn new tricks all the time. Oh, and make sure you feed your snake in a separate cage, i use a rubbermaid file container i've modified as a feed cage with paper towels on bottom of it. They can accidently ingest the Aspen substrate and get impacted or obstructed. The rough piece of wood you have is great to have in there for asssisting them to shed.

This has been debated forever, many people will tell you that there really is no reason at all , whatsoever to feed outside of the original enclosure. Snakes digest everything from fur to bones. I use unprinted newspaper or paper towels in my racks, I don't really care for loose substrate IMO.