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defication problem?

pithons Jan 26, 2007 07:04 PM

i just got in a new 06 baby boa Nov 1st, i have been feeding him every 5 days a fuzzy rat. he has eatin every time. thats about 10-12 feedings and he has only gone to the deficated 2 times in 3 months. he doesnt even pee. yet he drinks, he shed once and grew at least 4"-6" the temp is on the warm side with high 80's day and low 80's night with a heat pad. i have soaked him a few times in warm water too. just seems odd?

Rick

Replies (2)

boawoman Jan 27, 2007 02:42 AM

As long as he doesn't act lethargic, it is probably just normal for him. If they become constipated, their lower 1/3 to 1/2 of the body will look and feel like a water balloon when the balloon is just filled before starting to stretch. Hope this helps. Sharon

boapaul Jan 27, 2007 08:44 PM

In the long run I've found it best to wait till they poop before you feed them again. Peeing is the white part of the poop.

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