#1 All snakes can bite. Handling helps . Do not handle food than reach for snake. Do not handle after feeding for a couple days.
#2 Snake should be fine as long as it isn't making popping sound while breathing, holding head upright, or having a mucous discharge out mouth or nostriles (possible Respiratory Infection). There are other less common illnesses. Compare boa to pic's of health boas posted for body weight.
#3 Snakes can go a long time without ill effects from lack of food. Offer a meal preferably not alive. Live food can injure even a healthy snake. You'll be amazed at how resilient snakes are. Look around the rims of the eyes for little dark spots (mites). Good luck, Chris

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