My snake was dribbling??

[DarwinBrianT]

So I took my snake out side yesterday, she is not used to being out side so I don't know if she was breathing more then usual? Anyway she started to dribble from her mouth. She hasn't done it inside before and hasn't done it today ( inside ) Should I be worried or do snakes sometimes do that?

Thanks.

 

[serpenttongue]

If your snake had been drinking before you took it outside, then it is possible that some water came back up due to handling. Usually it comes up a bit thicker because it has mixed with saliva. Otherwise, a healthy snake should have a 'dry' mouth.

Dribbling is also a sign of a respiratory infection.

 

[Timmy-Morelia]

what temp is it being kept at i think all snake should spend lotsa time outside they need it

 

[DarwinBrianT]

what temp is it being kept at i think all snake should spend lotsa time outside they need it

Hot end 30-32 sometimes it goes up 1 or 2 more and cold end goes around 22-25
She ate a big rat last night and has a dry mouth now.

Cheers for the help.

 

[dannydee]

Personally it sounds like stress to me. Some snakes have been known to dribble when extremely stress out. If there are no signs of a r.i, I wouldn't worry yourself, just keep a close eye on it.
Maybe only take the snake out for a few minutes at a time to begin with.

 

[DarwinBrianT]

Thanks Dannydee, she was out for about 30 minutes. She looked like she was loving it.
Not that anyone here is sick but can a snake get a "cold" from people? Just asking.
I'll start to look at what to do if it is ri.


Cheers