Sometimes
when a live rodent is fed to a snake the rodent will attack
the snake during the course of its struggles. Minor wounds
are not of major concern, however anything more serious requires
a trip to the vet to have the snake checked out.
While in captivity it is not uncommon
for the snake to repeatedly make attempts to escape. Often
injuries will occur as a result. Snakes have a strong tendency
to rub their nose along the habitat while looking for an escape
route. Over time this can cause damage to the skin on the
nose.
Veterinarian assistance will be
required if any wound looks serious enough or does not begin
to heal immediately after the injury occurs. To help prevent
your snake from trying to escape ensure that there is adequate
hiding places for your snake to feel safe. Also, monitor its
activities so that you will quickly notice any changes in
the way it is acting. That way you will be able to make the
necessary modifications to their habitat before the snake
injures itself. The most important time to monitor its behavior
is after you have moved the snake or it has sustained another
injury or infection. At these times the snake will already
have a heightened level of stress.
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