Fish are probably the most “traditional” food item for garter snakes. That said, feeding fish can come with risks. This is because some fish contain an enzyme called “thiaminase” which destroys vitamin B1. This can re… See more

If your young garter snake refuses to eat mice or fish then earthworms can represent another option. They are, however, far less popular because there have been suggestions that they have the potential to introduce p… See more

If your snake is eating either worms or fish they will need vitamin and mineral supplements a couple of times a month. The three most important supplements they need are calcium, vitamin B1 and vitamin D3. Vitami… See more

Your snake should have a bulge when it’s eaten, but this shouldn’t be so prominent that it looks like it’s going to explode. If you are feeding mice to your snake, the girth of the mouse should be about the same as that of you… See more