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Hamster On The Loose!

Even the most diligent, careful hamster owner may find that their little friend has turned into an escape artist! Hamsters can fit through tiny spaces and move quickly, so finding a lost hamster can be tricky. Keep in mind that your hamster is probably scared, and will look for a secure, enclosed hidey hole. Leave the cage open. Your hamster just might come back on his own while you are going crazy searching! Start near the cage and work out from there. Check behind and under furniture, between the sofa cushions, and on shelves and bookcases. Look inside cabinets and … Continue reading →

Setting A Snake Trap

If searching doesn’t turn up your missing snake, it’s time to set a trap. You can set “sound traps” along the walls — crumble plastic bags and put them on the floor along the exposed walls and between furniture. As soon as it’s dark, turn off all the lights and sit quietly with a flashlight. Listen for your snake on the move — it may take a half hour for him to start exploring. Once you hear the noise of the snake moving past the plastic bags, click on the flashlight and nab him! You can also sprinkle a strip … Continue reading →

Searching For A Lost Snake

Even the most careful snake owner may have to deal with an escape artist at some point. So how do you find your lost reptile? Chances are, your snake is still in the house, so start your searching there. If you happen to have any other small pets that may look like potential snake snacks, be sure to put them in a secure place before you start searching. And now… the hunt is on! Start by looking around your snake enclosure, then along the walls and baseboards. Check bookcases, cabinets, and shelves. Look for your sneaky snake on top of … Continue reading →