What is your secret? I bought a 2006 male in June and have yet to have him show the slightest sign of interest in eating. I've tried scenting with lizard blood, force feeding, which gets more difficult rather than easier. I've resulted to a pinkie pump just to get something in him. I've had several snakes including eastern coachwhips to get started, but this one takes the cake. He false strikes, never opens his mouth, and shys away from any food item I place in his tub. Temps range from 92 warm end to 72 cold end with hides at both ends. He is very active at dusk and uses both hides. When he drinks, he DRINKS. I never saw a snake drink for such a long time. I think I read someplace that it can take upto 14 months to get one eating, is that common? I was told mine shed prior to purchase, but has yet to shed for me, in fact the skin is a bit looser than I would prefer. I almost ready to give up on waiting for him to get hungry, and just pump him up. Have any opinions? Thanks for your help.

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