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I have a beautiful blood python that soaks all the time. She eats very well, has no mites, mlooks/acts very healthy. Should I let her soak that much? Also, she does not seem to poop much of frequently. Should I be concerned? Thank you!

Mine don't seem to need to soak, but I can definitely relate to the infrequency of pooping. I have one that went nearly a year without defecating. But, she grew a great deal during that time. Then, she shifted into a frequency of about every six weeks and continues on that schedule now. They just don't "go" as often as other snakes do.

I've read lots of blood posts from others who have snakes that like to soak, too. Considering where they originally came/come from, it doesn't surprise me that they like water. Steamy jungles is pretty much their native habitat.

My baby boy(?) has spent up to 5 days in the waterbowl. They just like water, far as I can tell.

Matthew

Yes, Blood pythons do like to soak. I give mine warm baths occasionally and they will sit happily in the water for hours. Snakes that are lucky enough to be in cages large enough to provide a "full size" bathing experience will climb in the pond regularly. Bathing can also be a sign of mites, constipation. egg binding or other maladies. Make sure the temp is right and the snake has no signs of any health issues and let em soak!

Blood pythons poop at amazingly long intervals, but when they do it is...well... a load of crap. It looks like something Godzilla might leave behind.
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