I have a 3 year old sister, but she lives with another person, only comes over occasionally, I am 13 years old, I don't want a poisonous one, and my father doesn't want to help care for it, so I need one that is low maintenence. I know about how they only eat once every two weeks or so and poop once after they eat. If you could tell me some types of snakes that would work well, that would be great! Also, if you have any tips or websites that you know of for caring for a snake, that would great also. Thank you so much in advance!
2006-07-24 17:05:51 · 29 answers · asked by noircorazon 3 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
The best snakes for beginners are probably kingsnakes or corn snakes. They are easier to care for than some other snakes but still need special care. Some people will mention ball pythons and they can make good snakes for beginners but sometimes have feeding problems. Corns and kings generally eat two appropriate sized mice per week. Whatever you decide on make sure you research it first. Snakes like all reptiles need special care. Everything has to be perfect for them to live in captivity. Here are some great care sheets for corns and kings.
Corn Snake:
http://www.kingsnake.com/rockymountain/RMHPages/RMHnewpage11.htm
http://www.anapsid.org/corn.html
Kingsnake:
http://www.anapsid.org/king.html
http://www.kingsnake.com/rockymountain/RMHPages/RMHkingsand.htm
2006-07-25 12:13:20 · answer #1 · answered by Boober Fraggle 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Snakes aren't low maintenance. They need attention in all regards just like any pet. If you want a low maintenance pet you should get a rock.
"Paige" talks about corn snakes (otherwise known as a red rat snake). She's dead wrong. Mine grew to over 6 feet. He ate large rats 2-3 times a month. I cleaned his cage and watered him a couple times each week, and spent an hour or so each day handling him (walking around with him on my neck or letting him bask in the sun). They also live for 15 to 25 years. You can't just flush it down the toilet when you get tired of it.
A snake is a living creature and is not to be neglected. Really, you should get a rock. Give it a name. You won't need to do anything for it. It'll be cool.
2006-07-24 17:12:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
HELLO! snakes arn't low maintenence! they may seem like it because you only have to feed the once a week but they are not low maintenence. they are alot of responsibility, you have to get their care exactly right or it won't eat or it will get stressed or some other problem. you have to have room, u have to keep the temperature right and keep the cage clean and water changed every day, if you've never had a snake b4 i suggest getting a diff animal or doing a lot of reaserch on different snakes b4 you decide what kind to get.
2006-07-24 19:59:14 · answer #3 · answered by psycho_sweetie_92 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
King snakes make great pets. I would recommend reading lots of material on King Snakes as pets so that you gain the knowledge you need to properly care for the snake. These snakes do not get too big either.
2006-07-24 17:09:33 · answer #4 · answered by ~Lillith of Eden~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think a Corn Snake or a Milk snake might additionally be good for a accepted snake. Youcan additionally attempt garter snakes, or ribbon snakes. we've had those and that they are trouble-free to maintain. in simple terms be absolute to safeguard the lid whenever you open the aquarium. you could additionally choose to do not forget getting a heat rock ( in spite of the incontrovertible fact that do not pass away it on continuously) we've had in elementary terms some snakes over the years and constantly enjoyed them as pets.
2016-11-02 22:51:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some good beginner snakes (small, easier to take care of, friendly):
Ball Python
Corn Snake
King Snake
Rat Snake
Sand Boa
Rosy Boa
2006-07-24 17:33:52 · answer #6 · answered by snake_girl85 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a baby Ball Python. Here they cost about $30. They are very well tempered and only grow to about 6 feet. Easy to care for, easy to feed, and if you treat it right, safe enough to be around your sister. Don't let her hold it until she gets older tho. It might not be a threat to her but she could hurt it pretty bad or even kill it. Don't avoid letting her pet it while you hold it tho, that's safe. Good luck with what ever you choose tho. P.S. I think you need a special license to keep venomous snakes.
2006-07-24 17:07:51 · answer #7 · answered by Spike Spiegel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know snakes eat live mice right. Do you think that it will freak you out feeding that to a snake? Get a boa!
2006-07-24 17:07:31 · answer #8 · answered by nbinthahouse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd avoid poisonous ones, yes! Get a small one, but one that won't get lost very easily. Go to several pet stores and ask questions, and then ask a vet who specializes in snakes. Good luck!
2006-07-24 17:09:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should look into corn snakes. I'm pretty sure they don't get to be more than a foot or so and eat live crickets. They're pretty easy to keep.
2006-07-24 17:11:12 · answer #10 · answered by Paige 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋