Adoption Details For Smalls!
Name:
Smalls
Animal Id:
11449
Date Created:
6/9/2023 11:50:00 PM
Age:
5 Year(s) 9 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Undetermined
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Black
Markings:
11449, SC, R1, Q, K4
Secondary Color:
Brown
Pattern:
Weight:
1 lbs
9 oz
Meet Smalls – A Tiny Snake with a Big Heart! ❤️🐍
Smalls may be little, but their heart is full of love, and they’re ready to find a forever family to call their own! This young, resilient ball python has been through quite the journey but has come out stronger, healthier, and more eager than ever to find a place to call home.
Smalls was found as a stray in May 2023 and later transferred to our rescue in June to recover from stomatitis and thermal injuries. It was a tough road, requiring multiple rounds of medication and plenty of TLC, but this determined little snake fought through and came out victorious! Once strong enough, Smalls moved into a loving foster home, where they continued to thrive and enjoy life as a cherished companion.
Though their exact age is a guess based on size, Smalls is definitely on the younger side. With proper care, ball pythons can live 20 to even 40 years in captivity—so adopting Smalls means gaining a lifelong friend!
What makes Smalls so special?
💘 Friendly & Social – Smalls enjoys gentle handling and has even done well with respectful children!
💘 Resilient & Strong – After overcoming so much, Smalls is ready to leave the past behind and embrace a bright future.
💘 Perfect for First-Time or Experienced Keepers – Smalls would make a wonderful companion for a responsible, reptile-loving home.
Smalls is searching for a loving, committed family who will provide them with the care, attention, and cozy habitat they deserve. In return, this little sweetheart promises to be your quiet but endlessly charming Valentine for many years to come!
Are you ready to welcome Smalls into your heart and home? Click the Adoption Application button below, and an adoption counselor will be in touch to help you take the next step!
💌 PLEASE NOTE:
📍 We can only accept applications from interested adopters in or near San Diego County, California.
🚗 We do not ship reptiles, but we may consider working with applicants willing to travel within Southern California, depending on the animal and at the discretion of our board of directors.
Could Smalls be the missing piece to your Valentine’s Day love story? ❤️🐍
Quick Reference Guide
Animal Type
Snake
Breed
Ball Python
Introduction
Ball pythons, also known as the Royal Python, are a non-venomous, constrictor species native to the bushlands and savannas of Central and Western Africa. They are a medium-sized snake ranging from 3-6 feet. These snakes are crepuscular, which means that they are most active at night, but especially active around dawn and dusk. As ambush hunters, they actively track down and then wait for prey such as rodents, birds, and lizards to scurry past before striking. Ball pythons are sexually dimorphic, which means there is a noteworthy difference in size between males(smaller) and females (larger), but not as large in some other snake species. Ball pythons have a 15-30 year lifespan in captivity.
Difficulty
Beginner
Difficulty Notes
Ball pythons are among the most popular pet snakes. They are good beginner snakes because they are docile and easy to handle.
Basking Temp
95-104
Ambient Temp
80-86
Lowest Temp
72-78
Temp Notes
The use of undertank heat mats with glass tanks or radiant heat panels as internal heaters for night heat, and cage guarded halogen/incandescent bulbs as day heat is preferred. Never install any heating device without plugging it into a thermostat and always securely wire the thermostat probe within the heating range of the device generating heat.
Diet
Carnivore
Diet Notes
Frozen thawed rodents in sizes equal to the girth of your snake at its center. Feeding frequency in general is 1 prey item fed in intervals coorisponding to the length in feet of your snake. A one foot snake would be fed weekly, a 4 foot snake every 4 weeks, etc. As ball pythons get larger their metabolism slows down. This is a guidleine, so adjust to the health of your specific snake to maintain a healthy weight.
UVA Intensity
Shade Dweller
UVB Intensity
Low/Occasional
Ferguson Zone
2
Lighting Notes
Provide 12hrs of both light and darkness on a timer for consistancy. Never use colored bulbs.
Enclosure Size
Large Semi-Arborial
Enclosure Notes
While females are largely terrestrial, males and juviniles are considered semi-arborial as they have a liking to climb and hunt in trees.
Substrate
Coco Chips
Substrate Notes
Coconut husk chip substrate absorbs odors and moisture very well. A layer of about 4" is preferred.
Humidity
High (70-100%)
Humidity Notes
Ball Pythons prefer humid environments and should be provided a humid hide if possible.
Animal Reference Material:
| Category | Title | AnimalType | Breed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Care | *SBRSC Ball Python Information Guide for Adoption | Snake | Ball Python | |
| Animal Care | Ball Python Care: Feeding, Housing and Handling | Snake | Ball Python | |
| Animal Care | Snake UVB Lighting: What you need to know! | Snake | ||
| Blog | [VIDEO] Is a Ball Python right for me? | Snake | Ball Python |