I would say not! If you gently flip the animal on its back will it struggle to correct itself or just lay there? If the snake fails to correct itself, then there is a serious problem. Be sure that you are using cleaners which are non-toxic to snakes! Ensure that no one is smoking near the cage. Check the cage temperature to make sure that it is not too cold. It may be a good idea for you to have your snake examined for parasites! Parasite migration has been known to cause neurological problems in reptiles. As for the feeding, there are a number of possible reasons that could explain a loss of appatite in snakes. Ask yourself, has this ever happened before in the winter? Or is this a new behavior? The most common reasons for a change in appetite include the onset of a shed, seasonal change, low temperature in the enclosure and a poor state of health. Check the cage temperature, keep an eye out for an upcomming shed, and if its any of not these then I would consider the other possibilities. Hope this helps and good luck!

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