Kenyan Sand Boa Enclosure Set Up!

[@MaddieSmith]

Hey guys, this was an older video that I put together when I noticed that I wasn't doing as well "sickness" wise. Maybe I'll make a video about what's going on since I have a better idea now. I really appreciate you all sticking with me and supporting me even though I haven't been able to post as frequently. I love you all so much.

[@emslilzoo2906]

just take care of yourself ahhh

[@reillybrown6906]

Focus on getting better. Nothing is more important than your health. We will still be here whenever you are ready to come back!

[@labibarahman3331]

Can you do a pigeon care or everything you need to know before getting a pigeon video?

[@connievoyce9057]

Why would you want a pet piogen!

[@jess.bus.photosx6388]

Pigeons are amazing we have racing ones in my family brought up with them they are amazing creatures

[@ellesreptiles]

This is such a cute setup. Also, Harold is adorable. 😍

[@lisaism01]

The succulents are a cute idea! My KSB is obsessed with climbing. Like, I’m pretty sure he thinks he’s a tree boa?? I love these snakes!

[@thelittlestpika]

All noodles are good noodles. Even Alaskan Bull Worms.

[@sobisgamez3071]

LOL

[@SoapMonkeeyy]

Is there a reason why you attached the heat mat to the side?

[@fishi246]

SoapMonkeeyy probably because the substrate is so deep

[@purplerosegamer616]

Are you gonna make a playlist live 2019 video???

[@shaylas-shelves]

I love that! It turned out really beautiful! ☺

[@faithmccarty8364]

Is there a reason you chose to put the heat mat on the side of the tank instead of under? I’m getting a KSB in a few weeks and want to make sure I set up his tank properly is all.💗

[@MaddieSmith]

Typically animals burrow to get cooler, so my thought was that I could contain his hot spot more towards the top as well so he can still go to the bottom of the rest of his enclosure and stay cooler. Typically he hangs out towards the very top against his mat with his lil head poking out. :)

[@courtneybrown9072]

Generally that’s what the other side of the tank is for. They can burrow through the gradient and get to the cooler side

[@BONDBEAUTYSJUNGLE]

Loved your enclosure 💓💓💓 Kenyan sand boa on my list of snakes I want 💓

[@angeliparraguirre7329]

That's some good aspen. You know its Aspen by the way it is.

[@luvlost03]

Hey maddie or anyone else who knows, why put the heat mat on the side of the tank vs the bottom?, I'm getting my ksb today and my mat is on the bottom.

[@MaddieSmith]

luvlost03 the heat on the bottom is okay too! As long as the bottom of the tank isn’t squishing the heat mat right against a table or hard surface! I just put it on the side but the bottom is fine too! Congrats on your new snake!

[@TurboClipsss]

Great vid Maddie!

[@benjaminpresa4171]

I love the little flower in the log lol

[@ellasanimals2849]

I love your setup! It’s so pretty!

[@joealgarin]

That's a nice-looking enclosure. Cute snake, too.

[@juliac3933]

Is there a benefit to putting the heat mat on the side vs bottom?

[@safetyzone2962]

Cord doesn't get pinched, it has better ventilation, easier to monitor, doesn't heat the surface below, and the manual of the Zoo Med Repitherm heat mats come with a instruction sheet that tells you that you can put it on the side. Belly heat is a myth. Also, I wouldn't even recommend heat mats anymore. They can catch on fire even with a thermostat, and they sometimes don't last long. The better option is a Deep Heat Projector. More info can be found on these at the channel "Leopard Gecko".

[@cindyc.5032]

Love your videos Maddie!

[@DavisGlasss]

I LOVE U MADIIEEE

[@madamcrimsononi6623]

do you have a link to the enclosure you used ? That is awesome its like my chameleon one but bigger

[@Loey]

That’s my mom

[@chesseeggspotatoes2420]

Why did u put the heat pad on the side??

[@fishi246]

SlitheringSerpents probably because the substrate is so deep

[@AleahS1441]

It looks amazing

[@froggylovesu3356]

This is so helpful!!! ❤️❤️I was thinking about getting a Kenyan sand boa but my parents won’t let me😩😩

[@natashadhamavasi3819]

R U GOING TO THE TINELY PARK EXPO

[@MaddieSmith]

YES I'LL BE THERE!

[@God-qi1fr]

Heck yeah first time iv been early

[@makinleyoare1416]

Hey maddie! Have u thought About getting fish?

[@MaddieSmith]

I have not, no. I'm not really into keeping fish even though I think they're really beautiful. The water changes are too much for me personally!

[@makinleyoare1416]

@@MaddieSmith I agree. I have 2 tanks, and its pretty stressful!

[@purplerosegamer616]

Also please do another feed my animals those are my fav

[@gerardocarrillo2548]

Can you put one female and one male in the same enclosure?

[@GavnerWinterLuver]

Cohabbing isn't a good idea unless you have a lot of experience. KSB can tolerate living with each other, though, if the enclosure is big enough. If you are super set on putting two in a tank, I'd recommend a 40 or (preferably) bigger with a lot of hides and places they can get away from each other. In general, I find putting multiple snakes into an enclosure is just more work than it's worth-feeding becomes more challenging, there's a lot more cleaning involved, health problems are more likely to go unnoticed. Also, there is always the chance of males and females breeding. All in all, I dont recommend it, but I'm also not an expert :) hope this helped a little

[@gerardocarrillo2548]

Angel Ufo I was just wondering I most likely won’t do it

[@isaiahkabban1142]

How was Florida

[@MaddieSmith]

It was amazing and VERY hot! :)

[@jamesdrifmeyer3490]

I just subscribed to your channel like 2 weeks ago after watch Tyler rugge video

[@phrog1582]

Oh yay this helps!!!!

[@TurboClipsss]

Do you have crested geckos?

[@MaddieSmith]

I have one female crested gecko! Her name is Poppy. :)

[@TurboClipsss]

@@MaddieSmith Cute! I got a baby male on saturday, his name is Nova, he lives in a 12x12x18 until he is an adult, and I was wondering if you have any tips for me!

[@jaileeesperanza9479]

I'm hard of hearing and I love your videos and animals, maybe you could look into close captions to be more inclusive? I use the auto generated ones but they are heavily errored and make it hard to enjoy the video

[@amichelove]

Very pretty

[@jamielabuschagne152]

5:40 all you can see is his tail😂😂😂

[@emj1675]

Yess Maddie

[@kaylafloyd4101]

Huge question. Do you recommend cohabitation for sand boas? I am getting a male and a female but I have one 20 gallon long tank

[@SohiHien]

no, they should not be cohabed. These snakes should only ever be together for a few days during breeding season if you plan to breed them. There are very few snakes that can be kept together. If you want 2, buy another tank.

[@itscris01]

@@SohiHien What about two females? And I thought these guys lived in groups out in the wild?

[@SohiHien]

@@itscris01 No. Pretty much no snakes live in groups in the wild minus garter snakes and a few others. These guys are solitary.

[@merryespinosa4893]

I had so much fun making my ball python setup video but I won't receive as much attention as you 😭😭

[@duanesforkandspoonrr10]

Couldn't hear you....

[@ConfidentCritters]

You can visually sex a kenyan if you are actually curious what Harold is. Females get a lot larger, ive had a make but i personally am wanting a girl. My boy is a pain to feed lol

[@MaddieSmith]

Based on just visual I'm thinking Harold is female because of tail shape and how fast they're growing but time will tell!

[@connievoyce9057]

Hey no hate but kenyan sand boas need alot more floor space than that. Your enclosure looks great but it's not about appearance. They love to burrow and if there's not enough floor space, they won't be able to do that properly.

[@TurboClipsss]

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[@DavisGlasss]

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[@johnschlesinger2009]

Ferns in a desert environment - silly. They only grow in a moist soil, preferably in shade.

[@NOAH-pm4fk]

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