I had a very healthy Red Tail Boa, I was at least, the 3rd owner.
Not sure of the age,the farest we could figure was 10-15 years??
I had the snake for about 5-7 years. The snake was always well, no problems. The snake always ate real well (thawed pre-killed)
until July. In July the snake refused food. I thought maybe it was going into shed. This month, August, again refused food. I thought it was because it just shed. I was going to make an Appt. at the Vet. for next week. But, last night, the snake died. AND I DON'T KNOW WHY. There was no sign of weight loss, no outward sign of any problem.
The night before, I lightly sprayed some water in the cage and on the snake. Yhe snake seemed to like that. Than the snake was drinking some water from the water bowl. Than I went to sleep.
That was the last time I saw my beloved pet Boa alive. The next day the snake was dead and sort of twisted over, as if it had a convulsion, I don't know. I have cried sooo much, I am VERY hurt over this loss. The Vet. said that an Autopsy would cost at least $275.00 and for it to be accurate, it should have been done with-in one hour of death. So, that's out.
HAS THIS HAPPENED TO ANYONE ELSE? ANY IDEA'S AS TO WHAT HAPPENED?
I APPRECIATE ANY OPINIONS. THANKS.
