I wouldn't use it. It will fall apart and it's so light the snake will move it all over the place. If you are just looking for something small and cheap. Look for a small plastic container that you can put food in, not a clear one, I'm talking more of like a small butter container. I use plastic flower pots and they are super cheap if you get the at the right time of year. I got all of mine for 15 cents a piece. Buying them during the summer season they are still only $1 for the small ones.