i have a ribbon snake that i have had for about 8 years. i found her in my backyard. she eats only goldfish. that's what the vet told us to feed her when we found her. even tho i don't take her out to play with her, due to all the dogs and cats i have, she is used to me and doesn't try to get away anymore when i feed her. her name is slinky. she's a neat pet and a pretty snake.