Whether it’s winter or summer, your snake could be in danger of overheating if you don’t have his habitat temperature regulated properly. If you are using a heating lamp to keep your snake warm then make sure you don’t leave it on too high or leave it on for too long. Your vet as long with the directions on the heating lamp can tell you the proper settings. In addition, your snake’s habitat needs to be in a place that is not in direct sunlight for long hours at a time. The habitat should also not be near a heater or fireplace. Your snake needs warmth but too much can cause him to overheat. Signs of overheating often include strange behaviors especially lethargy and lack of appetite. Changes in behavior are generally a sign of something wrong whether it’s overheating or another illness. For more information, call your vet Downingtown, PA.
