What do you need to keep a boa constrictor as a pet?

1. patience and commitment to care for a pet 2. If young a glass aquarium, if grown a double layer reinforced chicken wire enclosure or metal caging. 3. An external heat source at one side of the cage (heat lamps are good but can pose fire problem. Heating pads are safer but need to be Outside of the cage. Heat rocks not advisable as they may cause thermal injury. Place at one side of cage so range of temperature can exist for snake's comfort. Keep between 78-90 degrees F 4. Water source. bowl large enough and heavy enough not to tip and allow for drinking, humidity, and soaking. must be changed daily. 5. Bedding material - I use carpet like synthetic material that can be changed out and washed weekly. 6. Food - usually small rodents that can be purchased frozen and then thawed for feeding. Feeding live prey is not recommended because of potential harm to the snake. 7. Relationship with a veterinarian that is comfortable working with exotic animals specifically snakes. 8 A good book on normal life cycle and care of Boas.