28/05/2026
Another unfortunate call out today involving a Carpet Python (Morelia spilota) Non venomous, preying on a family pets. These situations are never easy for the owners, but I want to acknowledge and thank the family involved for handling the situation calmly and not harming the snake.
Carpet Pythons are opportunistic predators. They aren’t aggressive or malicious-they are simply trying yo survive and will take an easy meal if the opportunity presents itself. Unfortunately, unsecured pets can sometimes become that opportunity.
This is another important reminder for all pet owners to ensure small pets are kept on safe and secure enclosures, especially overnight. Solid roofing, secure wire mesh, locking doors, and removing easy access points can make a huge difference in preventing these incidents.
Buy securing our pets properly, we protect both our beloved animals and our native wildlife. There are no winners in these situations when fear or frustration leads to harm being done to snakes.
Education, prevention, and coexistence are always the best outcomes.
