Snakes

We recommend that you bring your new snake in for an initial exam so we can make sure it’s healthy and determine its sex
We can share our knowledge of appropriate enclosures, temperature and humidity, lighting, substrates (ground covering), cleaning, and skin shedding
Besides having feeding requirements that are species specific, snakes can become stressed and may not eat
Although snakes don’t need vaccinations, they can benefit from routine exams and If your snake needs future veterinary attention, we’ll have a baseline to compare against
A healthy snake should flick its tongue and be alert and active, showing interest in its environment and its scales should be smooth and dry
Snakes can suffer from a variety of diseases, some of which can cause serious respiratory, gastrointestinal, and liver problems
They also commonly harbor internal and external parasites, including hookworms, roundworms, mites, and ticks
Call us immediately if you notice any of the following signs of illness:
- vomiting or regurgitation
- diarrhea
- loss of appetite or weight
- weakness or loss of energy
- wheezing, mucus or bubbling around the nostrils
- changes around the mouth (inflammation, purplish-red spots, dry and diseased tissue)
- changes in the skin (reddening, slow-healing sores, swelling, discharge)