Hi, my name is Maurisa and I'm new here (obviously)I've been checking out this forum for a while, and I finally decided to join. Yay me! I never really realized how beautiful garter snakes really are. They're actually pretty cute! I'm considering a garter, but I want to do this right! What is the best tank size for a full grown garter? The best substrate? I've heard a couple people on here use Carefresh, which kind of astounded me...but I just want to take the best care possible of a garter. Sorry for all the questions!!!
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10-11-2008, 05:21 PM #1Hi, I'm New Here!
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10-12-2008, 12:06 AM #2Juvenile snake
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Welcome gurlie, check out the care sheets and be prepared to get obsessed very quickly...fight it I dare ya!
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10-12-2008, 04:07 AM #3Thamnophis Addict
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Welcome to a great forum, Maurica. In most cases a 20 gal long aquarium is fine for Garter snakes. The rule of thumb is the enclosure should be at a minimum, longer than the snake. As far as substrate goes, it's a matter of personal choice. I use aspen in most enclosures because it so easy to see where spot cleaning is needed. Avoid pine or cedar as the oils in them are toxic to snakes. Here's a link to the general care on this forum. http://www.thamnophis.com/caresheets...ake_Care_Sheet
Originally Posted by gartergurrl
Hi, my name is Maurisa and I'm new here (obviously) I've been checking out this forum for a while, and I finally decided to join. Yay me! I never really realized how beautiful garter snakes really are. They're actually pretty cute! I'm considering a garter, but I want to do this right! What is the best tank size for a full grown garter? The best substrate? I've heard a couple people on here use Carefresh, which kind of astounded me...but I just want to take the best care possible of a garter. Sorry for all the questions!!!Sid
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10-12-2008, 06:37 AM #4thamnophis puniceus
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Welcome Maurisa, and prepare to be utterly addicted!! lol Hope you enjoy it here. Do you have other snakes?
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10-12-2008, 06:38 AM #5Forum Moderator
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Welcome aboard, Maurisa.
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10-12-2008, 07:06 AM #6Adult snake
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Hi Maurisa, I also like to use the aspen it's easy to see the poo and, it doesn't cost much. I like to clean Olive's tank once a week.Good luck finding your new baby.
Zoe
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10-12-2008, 07:11 AM #7In Hog Heaven
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Welcome, Maurisa! Glad you decided to join us. I think you'll have fun here.
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10-12-2008, 08:13 AM #8It's all about the Fuzzies
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Welcome Maurisa
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from being a little mentally ill, she's pretty normal.
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10-12-2008, 11:11 AM #9Forum Moderator
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Welcome.
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10-12-2008, 12:04 PM #10"PM Boots For Custom Title"
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Welcome, welcome!
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