>>I was just coming in to check the forum because my yearling Kunisar went off feed this weekend. He refused twice since Sunday, whereas he has been a perfect eater all year long. Since he's not due for a shed, and still somewhat active, I was wondering if it's time to start cooling already. Based on the posts here, it looks like that would be correct.
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>>So if I start cooling now, when should I pull him back out? He did NOT brumate as a hatchling - I don't know if that makes any difference.


I wouldn't start cooling him, yet. First, it's been less than a week since he didn't eat. He's probably not that hungry. I'd give him a couple weeks or more. Second, he's only a yearling. At this age he might even go w/o a brumation again.

If you put him down in October, you could take him out in Feb, for four months brumation, or Mar, for five months brumation. He should be able to handle these lengths if brumated at cool enough temps, like 50-55*F. Just my 2cents. Good luck...

TC

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