A plethora of random questions

[Zincubus]

1) no, they just tolerate it. eventually they'll be like "NO MAS" and want to slither away.

2) no, they just tolerate it. however, this one depends on the individual. some like to explore a few times a week.

3) they slow down and become lethargic. they handle colder temps much better than hotter temps. however, too cold of temps combined with high humidity can cause an RI.

4) yes, they will know and switch.

5) they're as clean as you keep them. this is why daily checks and spot cleaning are mandatory. snakes do carry small amounts of salmonella, which really only affect the elderly/infants and people with compromised immune systems.

6) you might be reacting to the traces of salmonella or your husbandry might not be the cleanest. if you have a history of immune system problems that might be why you feel a reaction.

the only stupid question is the one you don't ask.

I'd add a proviso .... I regularly swap branches and bark pieces and fake foliage around from Viv to Viv and the snakes are always quick to check the 'new' stuff out - I like to think that it's stimulating their brains somewhat plus it gets them all active . I have 22 snakes / setups ...


As regards salmonella , our vet suggested that families were more at risk at getting it from dogs and cats ...

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