Why a snake would be a bad pet?

Answer 1

Some species of snake grow VERY big. (Burmese Pythons grow to 18 feet or 5.5metres AND are very heavy when adult size !) Some need high humidity. (difficult to maintain) Some need 'specialist' food items (like large rabbits etc) Certain species are known to be aggressive.

Taking on a reptile can be GREAT fun - but - can also be hard work.

Answer 2

Snakes are amazing pets!

First of all, snakes are perfect for those who are not financially able to maintain a pet who needs a lot of money invested, such as a dog. A snake only eats once a week because their digestive system is slow; my snake eats two mice a week which is $5. The cage cost around $70, and the sand bedding I buy cost around $5 as well, which I buy once a month.

Second of all, snakes don't need to be walked around the block, like a dog, therefore you're not constantly barked at or meowed at to be let out so your pet can go out and venture, although sometimes snakes may poke their head against the top of the cage because they want to get out. Whenever I let my Ball Python out, he crawls all around the computer desk, the floor, the couch, and he loves being in dark places.

Third, although it is good to keep your snake clean, they don't need a daily bath. They may go into a provided pool of water to keep cool on a hot summer.

Fourth, you can learn soooooooo much from a pet snake! The way they act, the way they eat, and how sometimes it seems like they're yawning, but they are just readjusting their jaws.

I've had my snake for around two years and I have learned a lot about taking care of him, and although I've had MANY pets (hamsters, rabbits, cats, dogs, turtles, fish, birds..) snakes have suited me best.

Answer 3

Because they eventually stopeating the food thatyou give room and make enough room to eat it's owner.