i have a year old kingsnake that has shed several times since i've had him without problems. however this last time a small piece at the end of the tail did not come off. it is very small, about 2 centimeters. i tried to pull it off but he was moving around too much. should i leave him alone until his next shed? he has been shedding every few weeks. and if i should remove it myself any suggestions on how would be greatly appreciated.
Reptile & Amphibian Forums
Welcome to kingsnake.com's message board system. Here you may share and discuss information with others about your favorite reptile and amphibian related topics such as care and feeding, caging requirements, permits and licenses, and more. Launched in 1997, the kingsnake.com message board system is one of the oldest and largest systems on the internet.
problem shed
burningwings
Aug 29, 2004 06:33 PM
Replies (1)
BRYAN139
Sep 01, 2004 03:20 PM
I would definitely get it off if it's not already. Find a clean container or tupperware with a lid and soak him in a few inches of warm water for a little bit. You can GENTLY rub from head to tail and work ot off with out trouble. If it sticks soak some more. I'm not a vet but it's worked very well for me.
