Snakes are ectothermic; essentially meaning that they lack the ability to create their body heat. They depend on temperatures immediately around them to facilitate proper metabolism. When you hear the term cold-blooded – it refers to the fact that, unlike most mammals, snakes are often cold to the touch – the primary implication is that their bodies are incapable of creating heat. Of course, the result of both explanations is the same. Even at proper cage temperatures, your snake will feel cold to your touch. And this can be one of the reasons that your snake may develop anorexia or lose its appetite. Even if you can do a nearly perfect job of keeping your pet’s environment where it should be in terms of temperature and humidity, you can’t always tempt it to eat. Loss of appetite is a natural part of a snake’s behavior, but it could also be a problem. If you have figured out what’s going on, you may resolve it with minor adjustments if it’s about its environment.
Your pet’s basic needs should be an important issue that you should discuss with your experienced vet Middletown, DE during your pet’s health and wellness visits.
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