| Snake care and husbandry. | |
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PMID: 15145397 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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The snake has long been a contradictory species; you either love them or hate them. In the United States, these reptiles are popular pets. There is also a significant amount of energy placed into developing captive breeding programs to produce different color morphs for many species. In some cases, such as the ball pythons (Pythonregius), these color morphs can sell for 20,000 dollars to 30,000 dollars each. In comparison to domestic mammals, snakes are long-lived. It is not uncommon for corn snakes (Elaphe guttata guttata) to live for 15 to 25 years and for ball pythons to live 35 to 45 years. Because of the longevity and value of these animals, more snakes are being presented to the veterinarian to manage medical and surgical problems,as well as for routine medical care. Veterinary personnel working with snakes should familiarize themselves with the specific husbandry and medical requirements of these animals so that they can make informed decisions regarding their management. |
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Authors:
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Mark A Mitchell |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice Volume: 7 ISSN: 1094-9194 ISO Abbreviation: Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract Publication Date: 2004 May |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2004-05-18 Completed Date: 2004-08-05 Revised Date: 2009-11-03 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9815628 Medline TA: Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 421-46, vii-viii Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Louisiana State University, School of Veterinary Medicine, Dept. VCS, Skip Bertman Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA. mitchell@vetmed.lsu.edu |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Animal Husbandry* Animals Snakes* Veterinary Medicine |
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