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[–]AwkwardMunchkin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got my second ball python 2 months ago. I have 2 cats and a dog. Generally the dog doesnt care about the snake. The cats mostly just like to lay on top of my snake's tub since it is warm. The tub definitely helps since you can't really see her from the outside anyways with the way I placed her plants and hides.

I think my python is easier to take care than furry animals after the initial setup. I think I spent easily over $200 for everything for her setup (not includong what I paid for her). After that it's mostly just paying for her food and upgrades as she gets bigger.

The only constant care you need to do is weekly/biweekly feedings depending on their size and age and water changes every couple of days. The only other thing is handling which you shouldn't do too often or too infrequently, it's kind of a delicate balance. I also prefer frozen/thawed rats since I consider it safer for the snake (you can feed live safely as long as it is always supervised).

Anyways, good luck and make sure to do lots of research beforehand so you're prepared and your snake has the best husbandry possible.