I have a bp that is about 6 months and around 500g. She started dulling 2 weeks ago and her eyes turned blue about a week ago and still hasn't shed. I mist her cage about twice a day. Her eyes cleared today and her skin has become less dull. I gave her about a 15 minute soak. My other BPs don't usually take this long. Does anyone think this is abnormal or have any tips for me?
Thanks in advance,
Brian
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Abnormal shed?
brianray
Oct 29, 2006 11:50 PM
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j3nnay
Oct 29, 2006 11:54 PM
Normal shed that's just taking a while. My big female takes forever and a half to shed, too, but she always pulls them off without a hitch so I figure she knows what she's doin 
If you're really worried about her let her soak for half an hour or more, just rewarm the water about halfway through. You should be just fine though.
~jenny
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toshamc
Oct 30, 2006 10:32 AM
Just leave her alone to do her thing -- she'll be fine.
PS - most balls don't care much for misting and soaks - this can stress them out and make it harder for them to shed - not saying that's your problem (or that there is a problem) just giving you a tid bit of info.
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Tosha
