i have been trying to get my ball to eat,,,i tried at night the past few nights with the lights off since that is the only time she comes out,,,and she doesnt want anything to do with the mouse???i bought her 4 or 5 days ago and she hast eaten since last monday i belive?
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should i be trying to feed at night?(more)
lazzyjeff1
Jan 26, 2004 09:30 PM
Replies (3)
jwalters
Jan 26, 2004 10:49 PM
I wouldn't get too worried yet. They say you shouldn't try feeding for at least a week or two. If it's a healthy ball it can go quite a while without food. Infact most balls, this time of year voluntarily go without food for a while (weeks and even months). I would give it a few days and try again.
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1.0 Corn Snake
1.0 Ball Python
IMO
Jan 27, 2004 01:56 AM
Be patient and try not to worry. Your python needs to get settled in at it new home first. If it eats on demand then great, but if its not, then just continue to offer food weekly. Ball pythons can go a long time without food. Feeding at night is good but many ball pythons will eat almost anytime. It can be frustrating to owners of ball pythons, but this is normal snake behavior. The snake will feel more secure as time goes by.(like I'm a herp pyschologist or something). LOL. It's more important at this time to make sure your temperatures are within range, humidity, and make sure it has hides. Try not to hold it too much while its adjusting to its new enclosure and good luck.
lazzyjeff1
Jan 27, 2004 08:35 PM
im getting so frustrated
