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Snake found in Hawick pub
The Scottish SPCA is appealing for information after a snake was found in a pub in the Scottish Borders.
We were called after the landlord spotted the creature in the cellar of Mansfield Bar in Hawick on Wednesday afternoon (28 December).
The Everglades ratsnake, who has been named Sid, is now being cared for at our Edinburgh and Lothians Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Balerno.
Animal Rescue Officer Mairi Stewart said, “It’s very likely that Sid is a stray as snakes are good escape artists.
“There are flats above the pub so it would have been easy for Sid to come down the wall and into the cellar.
“As snakes can go for quite long periods of time without eating, it’s difficult to say how long Sid had been there.
“The Everglades ratsnake is not a breed I’ve come across very often but they are kept as pets and Sid is in good condition which suggests someone may be missing their snake.
“Hopefully, someone will recognise Sid and come forward.”
Anyone with information about Sid is asked to contact our Animal Helpline on 03000 999 999.