Rodents are
the staple food for corn snakes. Corn snakes are constrictor snakes, which
means that when they catch their prey, they squeeze it before swallowing the
prey. Ideally rodents should be fed live. But if this gives you a queasy
feeling, you can feed dead rodents but you have to make it appear that it’s a
live one by holding the rodent by its tail and dangling it in front of the
snake. Hold the snake using feeding forceps. If the dead mouse is frozen, let
it thaw and warm to room temperature. As for treats, corn snakes like to eat
quail eggs but you can indulge your pet only occasionally, t hat is, once every
few weeks. Fresh clean water should always be available. Sudden changes in your
pet’s appetite or eating habits should warrant an appointment with an animal
hospital Marion, IA sooner rather than later.
