I would only intentionally soak a snake for a few hours if it had a dried shed adhered to it. The use of a voluntary soaking bowl is strictly a personal preference, all I say is that it does not appear to be a requirement from what Jud and I have experienced. If an anaconda does well with one and does not soak excessively, then as long as the soaking bowl is kept ultra-clean, I don’t see an issue with them. If they are working out well when small, the problem usually starts when the anaconda grows larger, and you have a 20 to 40 gallon pool (or larger) that you need to keep clean on a very frequent basis. That begins to become a chore. But if that is not a problem for the keeper, and there are no health issues, then the pool idea is fine for larger anacondas as well.

Great to hear your male green is doing better. The skin scarring will look better after a few more sheds. Also, just curious as to what antibiotic you were using on him. Thanks,

Kelly

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