There is hope! Even though early mistreatment does tend to stunt a snakes growth, I have seen and heard of cases where snakes have turned around and put on substantial growth. Remember snakes continue to grow their entire lives, so it really depends on how well the snake eats and how often. Try to get him eating at least 2 mice a week and make sure that the meals are large enough to push his growth but not so large that he just regurgitates it. You should see a noticable lump with each meal but not bloating. You may be able to condition him to take even more than 2. But again making sure he doesn't throw up is the key. Gradually work your way up to large meals, you'll be surprised how much he can grow.
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King Snakes! Who can make a better mouse trap?
J Sierra

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• Kingsnake growth question - jfeeleyjr, Thu Jun 17 09:13:20 2010
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