Swimming

Snakes are highly interesting species on earth without a doubt. Unlike most creatures in the reptile family, snakes are without arms and legs. This begs the question of how it is that they manage to move and glide so gracefully across various surfaces, including water. All snakes can swim, and if, like me, you’re wondering …

Not all snakes are what you would call “water snakes” – but all snakes can swim! Just because a snake can swim doesn’t necessarily mean it enjoys it, it just means it is a resource snakes have if they choose to use it.   How Do Snakes Swim? Snakes use lateral, wave-like motions to create …

Summer’s fast approaching and our canine buddies can’t wait to take a swim in the cool, refreshing water. But, what if you don’t have a backyard pool or even an inflatable kiddie pool ready for your dog’s skinny dipping? Don’t worry, as many places are perfectly safe as water havens for your beloved mutts. Make …