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hey the new guy here getting somewhat worried i got a bp almost 2 weeks ago i have tried to feed the snake frozen fuzzies a few times !! the bp is very active looks like it might try and take the fuzzy then turns away any suggestions????

How old is the litte fella?? You may have to stick with live till he's a little older

Put it and the frozen/thawed pinky/fuzzy in a small box or container. Leave it alone for a little bit and don't disturb. You may find it works suprisingly well, if not try live!

I've converted all 8 of my BP's from Live to F/T here's what works for me:
** assuming that the cage is at the right temps, has a good hide, and isn't in a high traffic area...
1. make sure the fuzzie is very warm
2. make sure it's dry
3. use tongs
4. dim or turn off lights
5. If he wont take it, try leaving it half in/ half out or the hide,and then leave it alone over night.
6. be patient. if he refuses wait at least 3 days before trying again.

*** You didn't mention what it was eating before- don't try to change 2 things at once if it was eating live mice try converting to F/T mice first then to F/T rats.
Although I have 2 that went direct from live mice to F/T rat pups, I still have one who will only eat F/T mice.(argh!!)
Good Luck
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Aside from the advice you have already gotten - what size is the snake? Are you trying to feed it a mouse or rat fuzzy? Have you defrosted and warmed the fuzzy? What was he eating prior to coming into your care? Are you feeding him at night?
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thanks for all the answers the bp was eating frozen rat fuzzie before i got a hold of it i have been trying to feed the bp at night in a feeding tank !! i purchased the pb at petsmart i believe they were being honest to me about the snake and its habits

hey would like to thank all that replied my bp just snatched the fuzzie of the tongs!!! thanks again for your expert knowledge.
i put the fuzzie in a pot of hot water for about 15 min dried it off and pow the bp was all over it.

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