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Hey, yesterday I found my kingsnake was missing, and I figured it escaped a couple days before since I leave it alone when it's feeding time but it never ate the mouse. I found it and put it back in his tank. Am I right in leaving it alone for a few days before holding it or feeding it even though he hasn't eaten for a while? This morning he seemed kind of slow and calm... I touched him and he didn't curl up or move or anythign like he usually does. I hope he's not sick! Thanx for the input
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~Banana~

We need some more info. Is there any open mouth breathing, bubbles around the nose or mouth, sneezing, or coughing? Is there any discoloration in his/her mouth? Is it getting ready to shed-i.e. "blue" eye caplets? What's the cage temp?

Todd

Just looking at him, he seems fine. I was just more curious about handling him or feeding him, if I should wait awhile before I do. Thanx for replying though, if I ever need help when it looks like my snake has rabies, I'll come to you first.
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~Banana~

Should be okay to handle if there is no obvious injury. No problem with feeding either. Sorry, I guess I mis-understood your post. Thought you were indicating that it might be sick. Thats why the q's about the bubbles (indicitive of a R.I). Good luck with it.

Todd