Answers to your questions:



1) What type of antibiotics are you using? You may have to with something stronger like Amikacin. One thing to remember, RI problems take time to eradicate and in some cases, can be a lifelong or recurring problem with a particular burm. Since you didn't make any mention of what the actual temps and humidity levels are, I am a bit suspect as to whether or not you are actually providing the proper environment; provide more information (cool end temps, warm end, basking spot, ambient temps, humidity levels, ventilation, etc.). Most burms with RI that are given increased temps accompanied with optimal humidity levels, w/out sacrificing good air flow, will respond. You may have to go with another round of antibiotics but only your vet should make that call. Perhaps your burm has something else? More diagnostic testing could be in order.



2) In terms of hide spots, hacthling and young burms should have a hide area. At this age, the MUST feel secure in order to stay healthy. Plus, it will keep your burm much more content (HANDLEABLE). Even with my very large burms over 14' I cover a third of the cage front to give them the feeling of seclusion which I feel is VITALLY important for their mental health.



Rob Carmichael, Curator

The Wildlife Discovery Center

Lake Forest, IL

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• 2 posts in one....R.I. problems/Hiding spots for young snakes - savvgawd, Mon Nov 15 01:29:37 2004
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• RE: 2 posts in one....R.I. problems/Hiding spots for young snakes - rich-k, Mon Nov 15 09:10:41 2004