Is it possible to over feed a snake if so would this cause the snake any problems?
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Feeding
Cheesemonkey
Feb 01, 2009 02:21 PM
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DISCERN
Feb 01, 2009 03:29 PM
It is very possible to overfeed a snake, as it can cause health problems such as obesity ( which can lead to all sorts of other problems ), fat deposits, etc.. Once snakes are obese, the weight is very hard to come off.
You can also underfeed a snake as well.
Overall, you have to become aquainted with a healthy balance of feeding for your snake.
Good question!
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Cheesemonkey
Feb 02, 2009 09:52 AM
The reason i ask is because i fed 1 small fuzzie and offered another larger fuzzie he took both but looked a bit full so i thought i might have over fed him but i guess he wouldnt take if he wasnt hungry? Thanks for the reply you have given me some more knowledge.
jovanek
Feb 02, 2009 03:18 PM
It is hard to overfeed a young snake, they have indeterminant growth, and use their food primarily for growing.
However, an adult snake can easily become obese.
DISCERN
Feb 02, 2009 08:26 PM
Yeah, your bull should be fine.
Take care!
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championjeep
Feb 10, 2009 07:59 AM
I once got a pair of Southern Pines up to 5' in a year. I was feeding smaller meals every 3 days. It was imprssive to see but seemed like a waste considering they were big but were stillto young to do anything.
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