Just brought home a new western hognose snake? Before you start snapping selfies and showing off that adorable snoot, there are a few super important things you need to do to help your snake settle in safely.
Western Hognose Snake Eggs: What to Expect, Identify and Know
April 09, 2025
Spring means eggs—but not the kind you hide in the yard. If you're breeding western hognose snakes or just curious about what happens after mating, this post is for you. Learn how to spot fertile eggs, identify slugs, and understand what to expect from your clutch.
After a restful winter brumation, our western hognose snakes are back. This season kicks off with a twist as first-time breeder Hoggy steps up in a big way. Could this be the start of his legacy? Find out what happened when we introduced him to our female, Bajsa—and what comes next!
A Snake in a Wine Fridge? Yep—It’s Brumation Time!
February 26, 2025
Ever wondered what hognose snakes do when winter rolls around? They enter a cool-weather slowdown called brumation—a reptile version of hibernation. In this post, we take you behind the scenes as we tuck our adult hognoses in for their annual winter nap, using a surprisingly simple (and effective) setup: a wine fridge!
Are Hognose Snakes Venomous? What Happens If I Get Bit?
September 17, 2024
Are hognose snakes venomous? Should you be worried if one bites you? The short answer: probably not—but there’s more to the story. In this post, we break down the science behind their mild venom, what a bite actually feels like, and what to do if it happens.
Understanding Hognose Snake Morph Genetics: How Pairing Different Morphs Works
September 10, 2024
This article will dive into how hognose morph genetics work, which genes are dominant, recessive, and codominant, and how to calculate the outcomes when pairing different morphs.
Is your hognose giving you the cold shoulder at dinner time? Don't panic—picky eaters are more common than you think! From scenting tricks to prey size swaps, this post is packed with proven methods to get your stubborn noodle back on track.
Explore the detailed journey of our hognose snakes, from breeding to the arrival of their hatchlings. Each article in this series presents a new story from this year, providing an informative insight into the snake reproduction.
