Adoption Details For Valentino!



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Name:
Valentino
Animal Id:
12486
Date Created:
2/3/2024 3:43:03 AM
Age:
19 Year(s) 3 Month(s) Old
Type:
Snake
Gender:
Undetermined
Primary Breed:
Ball Python
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Black
Markings:
Secondary Color:
Brown
Pattern:
Weight:
2 lbs

Meet Valentino: A Timeless Love in Serpentine Form! ❤️🐍 Valentino is a stunning common ball python with a heart as golden as their scales. This gentle soul is looking for a forever home where love and companionship will last a lifetime. True to their name, Valentino is all about warmth, patience, and the kind of love that only deepens with time. Surrendered to a shelter in November 2023, Valentino’s previous family made the difficult decision to part ways after nearly two decades of care. Originally adopted as a baby by a young student, life’s responsibilities—work, travel, and time constraints—made it impossible for them to provide the attention Valentino deserves. Wanting only the best for their beloved snake, they did what they felt was right and surrendered Valentino in hopes of a brighter future. After three months in the shelter with little interest, Valentino found their way to our rescue, where we have worked tirelessly to provide enrichment, care, and plenty of interaction. While Valentino has been a wonderful guest, nothing would make this snake happier than finally settling into a forever home filled with love and devotion. If you’re worried about the long-term commitment of a ball python, Valentino may be the perfect match for you. Already 19 years old and well past the unpredictable hatchling phase, this seasoned sweetheart is ready to spend the rest of their years—whether 5 or even 20 more—being cherished by someone special. Valentino is the kind of companion who will be there through life’s ups and downs, always steady, always patient, and always ready to curl up in the comfort of home. Could this be the beginning of your own love story? 💌 PLEASE NOTE: 📍 We can only accept applications from interested adopters in or near San Diego County, California. 🚗 We do not ship reptiles, but in some cases, we may work with applicants willing to travel within Southern California. This will depend on the specific animal and is at the discretion of the board of directors. Click the Adoption Application button below and let’s help Valentino find the happily ever after they’ve been waiting for! ❤️🐍


Quick Reference Guide

Animal Type
Snake
Breed
Ball Python
Introduction
Ball pythons, also known as the Royal Python, are a non-venomous, constrictor species native to the bushlands and savannas of Central and Western Africa. They are a medium-sized snake ranging from 3-6 feet. These snakes are crepuscular, which means that they are most active at night, but especially active around dawn and dusk. As ambush hunters, they actively track down and then wait for prey such as rodents, birds, and lizards to scurry past before striking. Ball pythons are sexually dimorphic, which means there is a noteworthy difference in size between males(smaller) and females (larger), but not as large in some other snake species. Ball pythons have a 15-30 year lifespan in captivity.
Difficulty
Beginner
Difficulty Notes
Ball pythons are among the most popular pet snakes. They are good beginner snakes because they are docile and easy to handle.
Basking Temp
95-104
Ambient Temp
80-86
Lowest Temp
72-78
Temp Notes
The use of undertank heat mats with glass tanks or radiant heat panels as internal heaters for night heat, and cage guarded halogen/incandescent bulbs as day heat is preferred. Never install any heating device without plugging it into a thermostat and always securely wire the thermostat probe within the heating range of the device generating heat.
Diet
Carnivore
Diet Notes
Frozen thawed rodents in sizes equal to the girth of your snake at its center. Feeding frequency in general is 1 prey item fed in intervals coorisponding to the length in feet of your snake. A one foot snake would be fed weekly, a 4 foot snake every 4 weeks, etc. As ball pythons get larger their metabolism slows down. This is a guidleine, so adjust to the health of your specific snake to maintain a healthy weight.
UVA Intensity
Shade Dweller
UVB Intensity
Low/Occasional
Ferguson Zone
2
Lighting Notes
Provide 12hrs of both light and darkness on a timer for consistancy. Never use colored bulbs.
Enclosure Size
Large Semi-Arborial
Enclosure Notes
While females are largely terrestrial, males and juviniles are considered semi-arborial as they have a liking to climb and hunt in trees.
Substrate
Coco Chips
Substrate Notes
Coconut husk chip substrate absorbs odors and moisture very well. A layer of about 4" is preferred.
Humidity
High (70-100%)
Humidity Notes
Ball Pythons prefer humid environments and should be provided a humid hide if possible.

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