Switching pet insurance providers
Vet bills can get expensive and it’s not uncommon to hear pet owners complain they’re unfair but when you.
Read more28 August 2019
You must consider: your budget, the species of snake you own and how you want it to look in the cage before making your decision. We look at some of the pros and cons of four types of bedding options for your pet snake.
Pro | Con |
Cheap | Not easy to burrow through |
Easy to obtain | Not very decorative |
Easy to replace |
Pro | Con |
Perfect for burrowing snakes | Snakes can ingest sand causing serious problems |
Decorative | Sand can get stuck under snake’s scales which can cause serious problems |
Comes in a range of colours | Becomes soiled quickly will have to be completely replaced |
Pro | Con |
Cheap | Easily soiled |
Can be washed and cleaned | Not good for burrowing snakes |
Comes in an array of colours |
Pro | Con |
Snakes can easily dig around | You have to bake the mulch for over an hour in the oven to any kill and mites or other parasites that might be living in the mulch. |
Cheap | |
Retains humidity | |
Looks good | |
Odour-controlling properties |
Petcover specialises in offering quality, straightforward pet insurance with a range of policy options that suit your needs. Whether your pet is big or small, furry or scaly our range of cover options are packed with added benefits. Accidents can happen at any time and the reality of veterinary costs can come a quite a shock. With our range of cover levels for dogs, cats, horses and exotic animals, why not get a quote today.
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