I am a new garter owner (1 Nebraska Albino & 1 Florida Blue). My breeder's site give instructions on what to do for hibernation mode... but I am wondering if it is even necessary? They hibernate because of the natural decline in temperature due to the changing seasons, correct? With regulated temperatures in their enclosure, should I hibernate them every year?
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07-02-2008, 01:15 PM #1Never shed
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Do garters need to hibernate or is that just for the ones in the wild?
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07-02-2008, 01:20 PM #2Moderator
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Re: Do garters need to hibernate or is that just for the ones in the wild?
Hi Tami, and welcome to the forum.
Hibernation isn't essential, but it is advisable I think. It is of course a natural part of their yearly cycle. Some people do it, others don't. You can sometimes find that even if you keep the temperatures up, your snake may go on 'hunger strike' anyway.James.
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07-02-2008, 01:20 PM #3"PM Boots For Custom Title"
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only if they either stop feeding on their own or if you are planning to breed
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07-02-2008, 01:29 PM #4In Hog Heaven
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Welcome, Charliegirl!
Your snakes will go into a semi-hibernation on their own, due to the shortening of the days, beginning around/about September/October. You'll know as they become lethargic and will refuse food. You may wish to continue offering food weekly - we do at the park - but don't be surprised if it's refused. They know better than we do not to eat so the food doesn't rot in them.
'Round about Feb/March - maybe April - things will pick up again, gradually. Again, don't be surprised if food's taken one week but not again for two, three weeks or so.
Let your snakes tell you.
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07-02-2008, 01:31 PM #5The Golden Snake
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welcome to the forum tami
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07-02-2008, 01:34 PM #6The Leader of the Eastern Gang
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Hello, and welcome!
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Welcome aboard, Tami.
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07-02-2008, 02:24 PM #8Thamnophis Addict
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Welcome to a great forum.
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Welcome to this most awesome forum.....
Our garters are active and eating year round.
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07-03-2008, 09:27 AM #10It's all about the Fuzzies
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Welcome Tami
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