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Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue

Education • Rehabilitation • Responsible ownership

a Division of Smoky Mtn Parrot Rescue and Smoky Mtn Exotics Rescue and Rehabilitation

05/22/2026

Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue

Not every rescue animal has feathers, fur, or big puppy-dog eyes. Some have scales, flickering tongues, and are wildly misunderstood.

At Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue, we work with domestic snakes in need of safe placement, responsible rehoming, and proper care. Whether someone can no longer keep their snake, needs guidance, or is looking for a responsible adoption option, we are here to help when we can.

Snakes are not “throwaway pets.” They are living animals that deserve correct husbandry, secure enclosures, proper temperatures, species-appropriate diets, and homes that understand their needs.

We also want to help educate the community. Most snakes are not aggressive monsters. They are quiet, fascinating animals that often end up in bad situations because people purchase them without fully understanding their long-term care.

If you need help rehoming a domestic snake, are interested in adopting, or want to learn more about responsible snake ownership, reach out to Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue.

Respect the scales. Protect the misunderstood.
Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue

05/09/2026

Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue just hit 100 followers!

We want to say thank you to everyone who has followed, shared, supported, and helped us grow this page.

This rescue may be new, but the mission is already moving forward: helping reptiles in need, providing proper education, assisting with responsible rehoming, and giving snakes and other reptiles a safe place when they need it most.

Every follow, share, comment, adoption inquiry, surrender referral, and bit of support helps us reach more people and more animals.

Thank you for helping Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue reach our first 100 followers. This is just the beginning.

Rescue. Rehabilitate. Educate. Rehome.

04/16/2026

Due to the expected congestion and traffic from Rod Run, Smoky Mtn Exotics Rescue and Rehabilitation, Smoky Mtn Parrot Rescue, and Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue will not be doing intakes or adoptions this Friday or Saturday unless it is an emergency situation.

Events like this bring a lot of extra traffic, noise, and general stress, which can be especially hard on the animals in our care. Because of that, our focus during this time will be staying at our facilities and making sure the animals are safe, comfortable, and as calm as possible.

We appreciate your understanding and patience. If you are dealing with an emergency situation, please reach out and we will do our best to help.

04/11/2026

Enrichment Tip:

Enrichment for snakes does not have to be complicated. Simple changes like adding branches, hides, leaf litter, textured surfaces, or rearranging the enclosure can encourage natural behaviors like climbing, exploring, burrowing, and investigating their environment.

A bare enclosure may be easy to clean, but a well-set-up habitat helps keep your snake active, stimulated, and more confident. Enrichment is not just extra décor — it is an important part of proper care.

A thriving snake is not just surviving, it is engaging with its environment. 🐍

04/09/2026

Yuri is Ready for a Home

We believe Yuri, our juvenile bearded dragon, is ready to find a wonderful home of his own.

He is eating well, including both bugs and salad, and is doing well with handling. Yuri has reached a point where we feel confident beginning the search for a home that can provide him with the proper setup, care, and long-term commitment he deserves.

Anyone interested in adopting should be prepared to discuss their enclosure, lighting, heating, diet, and general care plan to ensure the best possible fit.

Please message us if you are interested in learning more about Yuri or our adoption process.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue!

We hope everyone has a safe and peaceful holiday weekend. While Easter is filled with fun traditions, it’s also a good reminder that not every animal given as a “holiday gift” is prepared for the care it truly needs.

Snakes and other reptiles are not starter pets, impulse pets, or seasonal surprises. They require proper heating, lighting, enclosure setup, diet, and long-term commitment. One of the best things we can do for reptiles is make sure they go to educated, prepared homes.

As always, we encourage people to admire animals for what they are, learn before bringing one home, and make responsible choices that put the animal’s wellbeing first.

Thank you to everyone who supports serpent rescue, responsible ownership, and better outcomes for these amazing animals.

Have a safe Easter, and give your scaly friends some extra appreciation from us today.

04/01/2026

Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue is here to help snakes and the people who care about them.

We’re passionate about educating the public, advocating for proper husbandry, and helping snakes in need find safe, knowledgeable homes.

Whether it’s rescue, guidance, or just helping people better understand these often misunderstood animals, our goal is to make a difference through education, compassion, and responsible care.

Snakes deserve respect, proper care, and a chance to thrive. We’re proud to be part of that mission.

03/25/2026

About Us

Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue is dedicated to giving domestic snakes a safe place, proper care, and a second chance. We focus on rescue, rehabilitation, education, and responsible rehoming for snakes in need. Whether a snake comes from neglect, improper housing, owner surrender, or an emergency situation, our goal is to provide the care and stability they deserve.

We believe snakes are some of the most misunderstood animals in the pet world. Through rescue and education, we work to help people better understand their needs, behaviors, and the long-term commitment required to care for them properly. Every snake that comes through our rescue is treated with compassion, respect, and species-appropriate care.

At Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue, we are committed to responsible ownership and making sure every placement is the right fit for both the animal and the adopter. Our mission is simple: protect, educate, and advocate for domestic snakes while helping them find safe, knowledgeable homes.

03/21/2026

🐍 Not Wild… Still Misunderstood 🐍

At Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue, we don’t deal with wild snakes…

We deal with the ones people bought—and weren’t prepared for.

Ball pythons. Corn snakes. Boas.
Animals that started as “cool pets”…
and ended up unwanted.

Here’s what people don’t realize:
• That tiny snake can live 15–30+ years
• They need proper heat, humidity, and enclosure setups
• Feeding isn’t always easy or comfortable for new owners
• They are escape artists (and yes… they will test your setup)
• “Low maintenance” doesn’t mean no maintenance

Most of the snakes we take in aren’t aggressive.
They’re just:
• Undersized enclosures
• Improper care
• Or simply… no longer wanted

And that’s the part nobody talks about.
These animals didn’t ask to be impulse buys.

But they still deserve proper care, stability, and respect.

Thinking about getting a snake?

Do your research first… or better yet—adopt.
Because even domestic snakes need a second chance.

03/17/2026

Did you know snakes benefit from enrichment just like other animals?

Many people think snakes just sit in a tank all day, but in the wild they spend their time exploring, climbing, hunting, and searching for shelter.

Providing enrichment helps keep them mentally stimulated and encourages natural behaviors.

Here are a few simple ways we provide enrichment at Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue:

🐍 Multiple Hides
Giving snakes several hiding spots lets them choose where they feel safest.

🌿 Climbing Opportunities
Branches, cork bark, and sturdy decor allow many species to climb and explore.

🪨 Changing the Environment
Occasionally rearranging decor or adding new textures encourages exploration.

🧠 Scent Enrichment
Introducing safe new smells (like a shed from another snake or prey scent) stimulates their natural curiosity.

🌡️ Proper Temperature Gradients
A good thermal gradient encourages natural movement between warm and cool areas.

Enrichment isn’t about making a cage look nice — it’s about giving reptiles the opportunity to behave like reptiles.

At Smoky Mtn Serpent Rescue, we focus on education and proper care so these incredible animals can live healthy, enriched lives.

Follow along if you enjoy learning more about reptiles and the work we do! 🐍

03/13/2026

🎸 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT TONIGHT! 🎸

After a year of hard work, growth, and dedication to the animals we love, we’re incredibly excited to share that Smoky Mtn Exotics Rescue & Rehabilitation will be announced tonight on the Rockstar Rescue Tour !

This past year has been full of long days, tough rescues, and a lot of behind-the-scenes work to keep improving what we do. We’re proud of how far we’ve come — and we know there’s still so much more work ahead of us.

Tonight we take another step forward.
Join the live stream to see the big reveal and hear about what’s coming next for rescues across the country.

📅 Tonight – March 13th
🕖 7PM Eastern
📍 Live on The Leather Elves page and YouTube channel

Thank you to everyone who supports our mission, volunteers, donates, and believes in what we’re building here in the Smoky Mountains. None of this happens without you. ❤️🦜🦎

The journey is just getting started.

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Pigeon Forge, TN
37863

Website

http://smokymtnserpentrescue.org/

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