WHY WE KEEP SNAKES


VPI Borneo short-tailed python


 
 
We get quite a few Emails asking us why in the world we love snakes so much! For those of you that keep them- the answer is clear, but for the rest of you it may seem like somewhat of a mystery. So I compiled this list of the top ten reasons why I like them so much! This list is in no particular order as each day I see snakes a little differently.
SNAKES ARE...
  • 1... CONVENIENT SHEDDERS: If our dogs would only shed in one piece I could start wearing dark clothing again! 

  • 2... BEAUTIFUL: Each snake is a beauty by itself, but like butterflies they come in every possible color and size!
  • 3... CLEAN: How many pets can you name that defecate weekly???
  • 4... EASY ON THE EARS: A very quiet pet! Although I have met a couple that could wake the dead with their hissing!
  • 5... EASY TO MAINTAIN: We feed our snakes generally ever 7-14 days sometimes longer and we clean each enclosure weekly. Need I say more?
  • 6... AWE INSPIRING: That any animal can flourish without external limbs amazes me! Yes, I like worms too.
  • 7... HYPOALLERGENIC: No, I don't have allergies, but I know a lot of people that do! And I have yet to meet someone that is allergic to snakes. I am sure there are a few out there but not many!
  • 8... PERSONABLE: Yes, I said personable. Each snake is truly unique in its responses to human interaction. Scoff if you will, but I do believe that snakes have personality. Meet a few and you may agree with me!
  • 9... GRACEFUL: There is nothing more meditative than a snake on the move. I can sit and watch for hours and hours. Aaaaaaaaaaaah... so soothing.
  • 10... ENCHANTING: The snake has been a cernterpiece in Mythology and Religion for thousands of years. Whether as a symbol of God, Regeneration, Magic or as a personification of Evil, the snake evokes awe and admiration for us all. 

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    OSIRIS- Jungle carpet python

     
    Well, there is my top ten list! Believe me it is far from complete! Every herper has their own list of reasons for keeping reptiles. Now how could you resist a face like that?