3 Things to do BEFORE You Buy a Corn Snake!

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3 Things to do BEFORE You Buy a Corn Snake!
Corn snakes are a reptile I haven't covered in a while. So I figured that it was time I shared some of the most important tips I wish I'd have known back when I first received my own pet corn snakes years ago!
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@misad6308 2 года назад

"Get the whole setup about a month before getting the snake." Meanwhile, me, doing my set-up 3-6 months in advance because I want everything to be tip top for my corn...

@despairwolf 2 года назад

Me too, I've been slowly stocking up on supplies for my first lil buddy. :)

@metaknight115 Год назад

3-6 months? I've only had my tank for 5 days and I'm getting my snake on the one week anniversary. I already have everything set up, two hides, a water bowl, a climbing stick, a fake plant, and about an inch of aspen snake bedding. Could use some more stuff to climb on, but I already have the basics down. Perfect temperatures as well. Averaging the early-mid 70s in the cool size and the mid-late 80s in the warm side, and between 50-60% humidity consistently.

@johnpots4181 11 месяцев назад

I work at a pet store I'm a dog trainer and pretty much an expert in aquatics. But I fell head-over-heels for one of our corn snakes and I had to bring him home. Unfortunately my reptile knowledge is kind of limited so I'm glad there's a channel with good info about corn snakes since I kind of feel like they're underappreciated

@singingthetruth 6 месяцев назад

Hope you get one soon

@theexotichomestead1961 6 месяцев назад

Cool story bro..

@theexotichomestead1961 6 месяцев назад

@singingthetruth read the comment. He or she brought them home dummy🙄🤣🤣

@rickcroney1286 3 года назад

Great tips! Backup equipment: bulbs, simple on/off thermostat are also goo to have in case something fails. Don't forget to buy appropriate sized feeders.

@carollane8694 9 месяцев назад

Brilliant snakes! my female is my bestie she likes to give me cuddles and snakey kisses and gets well jel when I'm handling my others

@andrewparker318 2 года назад

Damn that was the most helpful video I've watched in years! Thank you so much!

@redascrimson4189 2 года назад

Tysm! I'm planning on buying a cornsnake, this was really helpful!

@beb4354 2 года назад

That was really helpful cuz I was always worried about if it didn't eat but hopefully that tip will make sure I buy the right one

@KeiriGilmour-mk5xd 6 месяцев назад

Thanks,for the informative vid. I've been researching for nearly a year, to get a corn snake. Especially loved the part,on feeding what 1 to take n 1 to leave. Look forward to watching more of your videos.

@chaz9872 8 месяцев назад

very informative, great vid.

@AcroNix_BLue 3 месяца назад

Me and my grandmpa be looking to get a corn snake in about 3 months or so this helped a lot thanks!

@fakeme3968 Год назад

Kudos to this video. I'm not even a reptile owner and I enjoy the video. I'm here doing research before purchasing my next pet.

@logitr6000 3 года назад

Thanks i am at the final stages of research and am about to setup the enclosure then ill get the corn snake thanks for the tips :)

@marcosavila1204 Год назад

I have my Corn Snake in Repti Bark Right now its all they had at the store but I always keep my Corn Snake Aspen because She loves to burrow and I have 2 hides for her as well

@madcaitt Год назад

Love the pot leafs😂

@zoegodfrey2052 2 года назад

Love your advice my son just got his first corn snake

@eddiemarket9132 Год назад

10/10 very informative

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

Thank you! I’m glad the information was helpful!

@rickymullane9973 2 года назад

i am getting one soon friend

@ToastysAdventures 2 года назад

Vary helpful 👍🏼

@doodlesmcilroy9843 Год назад

I’m a kid and my first time have a pet corn snake and name pink nickname Pinckney

@mitchellsmith5658 3 года назад

I sadly don’t keep reptiles anymore but I’ll never stop watching your channel good content! 👏🏻😊

@AlexsAgamids 3 года назад

Thank you! I appreciate the support!

@genesis3790 2 года назад

Why dont you?

@mitchellsmith5658 2 года назад

@@genesis3790 I had alot of things going on in my life that at the time sadly stopped me with the hobby 😔 still love reptiles tho just not a keeper anymore

@ashvanbro9329 2 года назад

Getting my first corn in a month I normally keep dwa reptiles

@WitchersCreatures 3 года назад

Oh wow Chilli was born on my 15th birthday 😂. Anyways great video Alex

@ghostsniper958 3 года назад

My cornsnake looks like the ones you showed at the end of the video I got my snake a week ago.

@morganmckenzie-shore1147 2 года назад

Hey! Great video! Question about your tub, it looks like a Really Useful Box? If so, what size of those would you use for an adult and how did you drill the holes in well? Thanks :D

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

I only use RUB’s for hatchling-subadult corn snakes. However, if you don’t have the abilities from a wooden or PVC viv. Then at the bare minimum I’d suggest a 70 litre RUB for an adult corn snake. Of course, bigger is always better!

@nathanfoutch7211 3 года назад

Great tips hopefully I’ll get a snake soon What temperature gun is that

@AlexsAgamids 3 года назад

The temperature gun I used in this video is made by Zilla Products. It works pretty well, but to be honest. You’re better off with one of the brands sold at a Lowrs or a Home Depot as those temp guns have more features than just “reading” the surface temps of the enclosure.

@FinnsArtistryChannel Год назад

This has nothing to do with the video but did I see an Ouran High school Host Club poster in the background of the intro? lmao thats dope

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

Yup! I watch a lot of anime. OHSHC was one of the first few I ever watched. So when I saw that wall scroll for sale at a local convention, I had to get it! I like to think it looks great above one of my Chinese water dragon enclosures! Thanks for watching! - Alex

@l3w1scal11 10 месяцев назад

I work in the biggest pet store branch in the uk and recently done a shift at a different store that has snakes and i fell in love with this beautiful corn snake. I think im gonna pick him up!

@michellejones5541 9 месяцев назад

You won't regret it they are wonderful pets

@substratum3d 2 года назад

All good advice. Do you have any tips for a 4 month old baby corn snake that just refuses to eat? I have had her for about 2 months, and I've only been able to get her to eat 4 times. I have tried braining the pinky, par-boiling, moved her to a smaller tub and added more hides, I even moved her to the walk in closet which is the quietest room in the house. Temps and humidity stay good, I have kept 3 corn snakes and a ball python for years but never had this issue.

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

For now I’d say stick with the small tub in a low traffic area. It seems to me that when the snake didn’t eat, you began to change things around rapidly, which induced more stress. Stick with what you are currently maintaining the corn snake in and leave it be for a week. Then one day before offering food. Remove the water bowl, making the snake “slightly thirsty” is a trick breeders have uses to get them to consume food. Give it a try! I wish the best for you and your snake.

@niquenyc Год назад

I have a blood red corn snake and I just wanted to know what size enclosure is best for him when he starts his juvenile- adult years cuz I will spend the money if I have to but he just shed for the first time since I brought him home and he look like he got a lil bit longer so im tryna figure out how long he will last in that enclosure before a have to double it

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

I’ve just gone by the “two side” rule. If you snake forms more than an “L” in the enclosure. Then it needs to be upgraded. For example: a 10 gallon tank (most common size for neonate corn snakes) is 20”x10” in floorspace, so that’ll last a corn snake till it’s 30”. Then upgrade from there. For my adult corn snakes I use enclosures that are either 36”x24” floorspace or 48”x24” floorspace. Plenty of room to stretch and move around!

@carina9629 Год назад

Do you breed corn snakes? Do you mind sharing where you got your corn snake from?

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

I do not breed corn snakes frequently. The only times I have ever bred them was at a previous job in 2016 which is how I obtained my Sun-glow Albino het Motley The other time was I n 2022 I sent out that very same snake (Sun-glow Albino) to a friend of mine for a breeding loan. My other two male normal/wild-type corn snakes I obtained from family friends in 2011.

@samuelcanada8081 2 года назад

Me watching this vídeo without intending to purchase a corn snake 😂

@dominicanchanty3824 Год назад

I am Alex too !!! Hiiii

@brandi4934 6 месяцев назад

Would it be an issue if the enclosure I got was adult sized, but the snake isn't an adult?

@AlexsAgamids 6 месяцев назад

That may be problematic due to how well small corn snakes are at escaping. If you plan to buy the adult enclosure right away. Maybe raise the baby in a tub/tote style setup until it’s “big enough” to nit escape from potential small gaps in the enclosure.

@brandi4934 5 месяцев назад

@@AlexsAgamids thank you so much!

@shaustiawalker1462 Месяц назад

Ive heard you want a water dish deep enough for them to soak in but not deep enough for them to drown so how deep should it's water dish be

@AlexsAgamids Месяц назад

It varies. My own water bowls are about 2in (5.08cm) deep and while I have never seen them soak in these water bowls, I know they have the option to!

@LoulouPomeranien-bw3dn 11 месяцев назад

Well my snake eat gently and i put him or her on me and he eat on me and does.not not go koukoulou crazy. and after he look at me and pet him and then when he want go back at it cage he goes buy it self

@Ara-.. 2 года назад

hey quick question, so i sold my horses beacuse i really cannot handle having them, and i really want either a turtle or a snake, in this case lets just say a snake. How many times do you have do feed a corn`? for all i know theres snakes that eat daily and snaked that eat monthly-

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

I typically feed my adult corn snakes every 10-14 days. Juveniles will need to eat every 5-7 days.

@Ara-.. 2 года назад

@@AlexsAgamids okay thank you for answering!

@swagbocihi8264 2 года назад

How much does a good set up cost

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

It varies. The PVC setups I showcased in this video range from $259-$399. However for raising juvenile corn snakes: the tub setup that I shower can go for around

@elftails 9 месяцев назад

@Alex’s Agamids What do people do when there’s no one around anymore who can care for them? ?

@AlexsAgamids 9 месяцев назад

Generally snakes are fine for a little bit if you have to go. I can typically leave mine alone without issues if I’m gone for 5-7 days. However anything longer than 7 days and you’ll want someone to be able to change their water and spot clean.

@user-vw5hy9qd4k Год назад

I am thinking of getting a corn snake, can I house it in a 75l/20Gallon tank?

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

For a juvenile-subadult size snake: yes. However an adult corn snake will grow to a maximum size of 90cm-150cm, so eventually you’ll need an enclosure much larger than a 75L enclosure. I’d personally suggest something along the lines of a 120cm x 60cm x 60cm for a mature adult.

@Mothobius 3 года назад

What if thermostats are not buyale in your area? The literal only place I have is petsmart and it is so low.

@AlexsAgamids 3 года назад

Thermostats (such as the HerpStat’s I use.) can be ordered online and delivered to your door 👍🏻

@Mothobius 3 года назад

@@AlexsAgamids Thanks.

@GoatyForever 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tips! I'm researching corn snakes as a potential first reptile pet and I have a question if you have time to answer it: Is there any reason to not get an enclosure that's fairly tall? I've noticed in my research on here that people tend to have enclosures that are about 2 feet tall, but I'm wondering if this is just because that's cheaper than a larger enclosure or if there are reasons relevant to the snake's health/comfort to keep it around 2 feet tall. I'm interested in scaping and planted tanks, and I'm picturing something that's, say, 4x2x4, with some vertically oriented driftwood and vining plants, but I don't want to consider it if it'll be bad for the snake.

@AlexsAgamids 8 месяцев назад

4’x2’x4’ would be a perfect size! Most people go shorter so it is easier for the snake to bask under heat lamps from the ground level. However, if you have a 4’ tall cage. Just add a heat pad so the snake has a terrestrial heating option as well as an arboreal one.

@GoatyForever 8 месяцев назад

@@AlexsAgamids That makes sense! Great, thanks a lot for answering!

@suzu1002 Год назад

Hello, my baby snake is a hesitant eater, how is it going to effect her life? 😢

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

I wouldn’t worry too much. If you have just acquired your new snake. It’s common for them to be slightly hesitant regarding food in a new environment.

@carollane8694 9 месяцев назад

Some are just super gentle about taking their food and stay that way. It's like they go out of their way to be polite and don't want to strike properly if your hand is in the vicinity.

@scorpiovenator_4736 2 года назад

@emilybaker1677 2 года назад

WERE DID YOU YOUR CORN SNAKES?

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

My first two I got off of a family friend. My albino I received from my work after he hatched out from the adults that bred there.

@user-oz3bu3qz5t Год назад

They pee and poop allot? I wanted a baby corn snake but was told they poop a lot and it smells real bad

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

Only as babies. But if you have a proper enclosure, and keep it clean. There is no smell.

@user-oz3bu3qz5t Год назад

@@AlexsAgamids what brand and size proper enclosure would you recommend?

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

It varies depending on the size/age of the snake. The majority of neonate corn snakes can be kept comfortably in a tub setup, then as adults any of the commercial PVC cages offered will work well.

@Jhumphries916 8 месяцев назад

I have a snake I found in the wild I believe it to be a corn snake

@ReaperofSouls42 7 месяцев назад

inB4 it's a copperhead and you lose a finger.

@user-yo3jx5yh3b 5 месяцев назад

Probably a copperhead 😢😮

@lovealwaysjasmine 2 года назад

Think it’s ok to get a corn snake from petco?

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

If you can avoid it, do so. Otherwise most corn snakes from big-box pet shops typically do alright.

@lovealwaysjasmine 2 года назад

@@AlexsAgamids that’s the only place around me that sells corn snakes. Is something wrong w pet o corn snakes?

@AlexsAgamids 2 года назад

Generally snakes maintained in larger pet shops are not always in the best condition as far as care goes. So you could possibly be paying for a sick snake that isn't too well off. It may be easier to wait till the spring/summer and order a corn snake from a breeder and have it shipped to you.

@inarabrooks815 2 года назад

@@AlexsAgamids do you have any suggestions for good reptile shop?

@ziggy_zag 2 года назад

@Baise Duezcke Those snakes come from pet mills. So technically if you “save” the snake, they’re just gonna order a new one from the pet mill. (For those who don’t know what pet mills are, they’re these buildings where many animals are mass breeded and treated awfully, left to sit in tiny boxes almost all of their lives.) I reccomend not buying from big box pet stores, because the more people buy, the more pet mills will grow and get money, the less likely they are to stop.

@destiny0646 Год назад

Hi I wanted to buy a corn snake but I keep seeing ppl either have a heating matt in there enclosure or a heating lamp I just wanted to know which one would be better?

@AlexsAgamids Год назад

It truly depends on what’s easiest for you to setup. I have snakes with heat pads and I have snakes with overhead heat.

@asukai4525 Год назад

Heating lamp, got a lots of problems with heating matt cause of their poor made quality.

@Celtsryan Год назад

@@asukai4525 stop buying cheap garbage then

@asukai4525 Год назад

@@Celtsryan it was from zoomed officially branded. All heating mat are same made, and it's shit. You have to be a handyman to understand.

@cilliankenny8235 3 года назад

Is the thermostat 100% needed? I’m not sure because I haven’t had a snake before

@cilliankenny8235 3 года назад

Also what size enclosure would you recommend

@AlexsAgamids 3 года назад

Thermostats are 100% needed. Without them, running heat sources at full power is a MAJOR fire hazard. As for enclosure size. I’d say the minimum for one adult corn snake is anything measuring 36”x18”x12” in size. Bigger is always better! The adult enclosures used in the video are 36”x24”x24”!

@emilybaker1677 2 года назад

@@cilliankenny8235 USE A 25 GALLON IT WORKS WELL

@ErthBeer Год назад

...🐍👍

@tylersierhuis4755 3 года назад

First

@yoprobro806 3 года назад

52nd

@AlexsAgamids 3 года назад

A+ for effort!

@ingenunis5003 Месяц назад

That thermostat brand is $$$$ not affordable -

@AlexsAgamids Месяц назад

Worth the money for the sake of investing in the stability of your heat source(s) running and safety of your snake. I’ve heard of too many cases where a heat pad runs at full power because the “affordable” thermostats fail and thus apply full power to the heating element. I’m thankful to say I’ve had my snakes going on 13 years now and I’ve never had an issue with heating elements due to a proper thermostat. Sure I could “go cheap”, but in my opinion, it’s not worth cutting costs at the risk of loosing the animal.

@julie6324 2 месяца назад

I've never caged a corn snake,

@tylersierhuis4755 3 года назад

Forst

@philking8729 10 месяцев назад

They don’t need lights . A heat mat is fine . They don’t need uv

@CGC_14 8 месяцев назад

What heat mat would you recommend while using a plastic tub for a snake?

@tlang3548 8 месяцев назад

@@CGC_14corn snakes do not need uv lightening to survive. For overall health, uv lights assist with your snake's wellbeing.

@CGC_14 8 месяцев назад

@@tlang3548 Ohh okay. If I just have the enclosure near a window will that still be good light for the snake?

@dhessycart9770 8 месяцев назад

@@CGC_14 take your tank far away from the window! You have good intention but do not do that, you will do a greenhouse effect and your snake might die bcs it's to hot. If u want to provide UV to your snake you better use a lamp my friend :)

@CGC_14 8 месяцев назад

@dhessycart9770 Ah! Alright. Thank you so much. I’ll try to do that! 💙💙