In my opinion, snakes have gotten a bum rap. Despite the unfortunate creepy reputation these lanky reptiles have earned, many species of snakes can make beautiful, docile, and hardy house pets! Of ...

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A corn snake is only second in popularity to a ball python as a pet snake, and for good reason. Corn snakes are easy to handle, and unlike ball pythons and hognose snakes that go on hunger strikes, ...

Snakes may not be traditional pets, but for reptile lovers, they’re fascinating companions with unique needs. A well-designed habitat is one of the most important factors in keeping a pet snake ...

An animal shelter is calling on reptile enthusiasts to help rehome six snakes in its care, including a long-term resident ...