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RE: Constipation, Help!!

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Posted by: jscrick at Wed Nov 12 12:04:02 2008   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by jscrick ]  
   

I agree. Exercise and hydration are the keys to defecation.
If there are still mites, they will dehydrate and possibly cause anemia.
May I suggest handling the snake using some resistance to it's movements to enhance isometric exercise. 20 minutes or so should be adequate.
jsc
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