I’m in the research and planning stages of possibly getting a garter in the spring.

I have a 10 gallon, 20 long and 30 gallon aquarium at my disposal. I have the budget to spend on a snake, but am also a fan of saving money and making the most of what I already own.

Is an aquarium with a screen lid (and clips) secure enough to contain a garter? Or, is it better to invest in the terrariums that have the built-in sliding tops or the Exo-Terra type enclosures?

I want to prevent escapes in general, and I also have two dogs that I worry would kill a loose snake.

Thanks.