Snakes can experience respiratory, gastrointestinal, and liver issues, and may carry internal and external parasites such as hookworms, roundworms, mites, and ticks. We recommend bringing your new snake in for an initial wellness exam to establish a health baseline and provide ongoing preventive care. Annual checkups allow us to monitor your snake’s health and help them live longer.
During exams, we review enclosure setup, temperature and humidity, lighting, substrate, feeding, and shedding to ensure your snake thrives. A healthy snake should be alert, flick its tongue, and show interest in its environment, with smooth, dry scales. Contact us if you notice vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite or weight, weakness, respiratory changes, mouth or skin issues, so we can provide timely care.