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Snakes/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer almost any question regarding snake husbandry, feeding, general care, handling, etc. I have some experience with geckos and bearded dragons. I cannot answer questions regarding breeding or venomous reptiles.
Experience in the area
I have over 10 years experience in snake husbandry. Currently, I have the following (Children's Python, Brazilian Rainbow Boa, Western Hognose, Olive Python, 2 Macklot's Pythons, D'Albert's Python, 2 Carpet Pythons, 2 Royal (Ball) Pythons, California King, Green Tree Python, Amazon Tree Boa). While I have no formal training in Herpetology, I can help most folks keep their snakes healthy and happy.
Education/Credentials
AAS in Electronic Engineering (Tennessee)
The Logistics Institute (Georgia Tech)
What do you like about this subject?
I enjoy teaching folks about snakes and common husbandry techniques.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I would like to obtain a license to keep venomous reptiles. This will have to wait until my daughter is grown.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Snakes are a lot like dogs. The each have their individual personalities. Some bite, some do not bite. Some are loving and others like to keep to themselves.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadra | 11/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi Kevin Thank you very much for ..... |
| ob | 11/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Christy | 11/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Many thanks to you Kevin for such ..... |
| Jennifer | 11/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Sarah | 11/09/09 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | Thank you! Appreciate your assistance. I'll try ..... |
Recent Answers from Kevin L. Ogle
2009-11-18 Hello:
Hi Sadra, 1. Each snake is different, but I do not favor the super large pythons. Some have a bad disposition and a bite from a 10' or bigger snake can result in death. They are also hard to care for
2009-11-16 Injured Garter Snake:
Wow, this is a tough one. I would leave the heat lamp out and just make the snake as comfortable as possible. It sounds like the snake is not going to recover due to the lack of movement. Keep cleaning
2009-11-07 Condensation in my corn snake's tank.:
I have two suggestions. 1. Move the enclosure and 2. change the substrate to cypress. Cypress or coconut bark is the best substrate to help ward off mold. Oh, one more thing. 3. You could add a heat lamp
2009-11-06 my snake is hiding:
It is a little odd that she is staying in the water. I still would not be concerned too much. Go ahead and pull her out of the hide and make her move around a bit, then put her back in the enclosure. She
2009-11-06 my snake is hiding:
Some snakes do act oddly when winter sets in. I have had my 2 BPs go months at a time without eating for no apparent reason. I don't see the size of your snake listed, but unless she goes more than a month
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