I think comparing the needs of a pack animal like a dog has nothing to do with the enclosure we provide a snake. Dogs do show emotion (whimpering, yelping, whining, body language). Dogs also have a basic need to exercise; these are all things that govern a dogs mental and physical happiness. I don't see many snakes coming down with anxiety or separation issues because they are kept in a small tub or don't get enough exercise. I will happily be that person to chime in saying they're not the same...because they're NOT the same.

3 days ago I moved one of my snakes from a 30qt container to a 15qt. This snake had been fasting since October and last night he ate for me within 15 seconds of offering food. He's in a rack so the temp/conditions haven't changed. Wouldn't this be proof on the benefits of a smaller enclosure or did I just so happen to get lucky?