New member of the family.

[Cumminsman]

So I woke up this morning a for some odd reason decided to get on craighist and the very first post was "Free to good home, can't care for'. So I made the call and drove a hour and a half and picked him up. I know I'm kinda new this but I think I have it figured out. And after seeing how hr was being kept I don't think I could do any worse. I think I saved this guys life. So it's snake #2 for me. I'll keep you posted!

[Cumminsman]

Sorry for the bad grammar. Posted that driving down the interstate and didn't proof read to see what auto correct screwed up! Lol

[Sammiebob]

Wow he is gorgeous!! Kudos to you for taking him in! Definitely check for mites and RI. He looks like he's a pretty good weight though

[Cumminsman]

What is the best way to check for respiratory infection?

[Cumminsman]

This is what he was kept in. Regular light bulb and no other heat source

[dr del]

For signs of R.I you need to monitor his behaviour and keep an eye out for odd behaviour.

Also make sure you practice good quarantine - it's a good habit to start early as it can save you from a world of hurt in the future.

[Cumminsman]

Ok newbe question. What all does quarantine consist of? Is there a thread you can refer me to?

[albinos_rule]

Regular light bulb is fine as long as the ambient temps in the enclosure were mid 80's or thereabouts.

[albinos_rule]

Ok newbe question. What all does quarantine consist of? Is there a thread you can refer me to?

Just keep the new snake in a separate room...use something like GermX before and after handling, which you should be doing any time

[Cumminsman]

I live in a smaller house and can't keep him in a separate room. As for the heating and light, should I not put a UTH in with him? Right now I have a ceramic bulb heating the tank. He is acting pretty good. He is out moving around and exploring. I slowly put my arm in to place a hide and he hissed at me once but was then fine. I'm just want wats best for him and make him comfortable.