3 days ago, we couldn't find Zeus. When we lifted the tree, he was curled way up inside of it. We didn't think much of it at the time. Well, he hasn't come out yet. We have checked on him, and he's warm (and breathing). When we touch him, he curls tighter. He doesn't appear to be "stuck," but I'm starting to worry about him.
Any advice?
2007-02-17 14:32:34 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Reptiles
We've had him long enough to know his habits, and while he's always in through the day, at night (until this tree) he came out and explored. Every night!
2007-02-17 14:48:19 · update #1
How long have you had your snake?
Is it possible he's shedding right now?
That seems quite likely to me.
When my bp sheds, she usually doesn't come out of her hidey-hole for about a week, and that is normal. They are pretty vulnerable in this state, so they usually don't like to move around or be touched.
If this is not the case, maybe you can try coaxing him out with food? Generally the smell of a nice tasty rat at the opening to her hide will catch my baby's attention and get her out of there.
If Zeus is shedding though, it's likely he won't respond to food.
I would say to leave him alone and wait a few more days.. (and up the humidity to make for an easier shed, in case that's what's going on). If it's been more than a week, food will probably convince him to come out. Then I would get rid of that tree, or fill it up with something so he can't get in, and get a hide that he can't get stuck in.
I use large plastic pot bases (the kind you put under a plant so it doesn't leak when you water it), cut a door in the side, and put heavy rocks on top so she can't lift them. I bought these for only a couple dollars each, and they work great. I cover them with substrate (I use coconut fibers) and they look just like little caves in the ground. :)
I wish you luck with your snakey.
I'm sure he'll be fine, since they can get around in pretty small space with amazing flexibility... but personally I'd feel reluctant to get a hide that I couldn't get the snake out of, just in case there's ever a problem.
2007-02-18 07:57:38 · answer #1 · answered by Maenad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't worry to much about it. My Python "Orko" was Missing in action for a good 2 or 3 weeks. Winter time is a unofficial hybernation period for them, not to mention the natural shy nature of the snake anyway. I just checked on him on a regular basis to make sure he was still breathing.
He was ususally curled up under his water tank or under his cave. Perhaps once he comes out you should replace the tree with something that allows you to better watch him in case there actually is a problem. This could also be his shedding period. I like to keep a calendar of his shedding habits so I'll know when to expect him to disappear for a while.
2007-02-17 15:23:45 · answer #2 · answered by rizintyde 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
leave him be thats what pythons do when hes hungry or thirsty he will come out ball pythons are a wait and kill snake not a im out all the time to look type snake if you want one of them get a king snake most bp's will borrow or hide all day and come out at nite for a li bit to get a drink but other then that he will more then likely always be hiding
2007-02-17 14:38:36 · answer #3 · answered by Christopher C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you gave him a perfect hide. He is probably content where he is and for a snake that is the happiest place to be. He'll come out when he wants to and if you want him out before that, reach in and get him out. If he is holding on, just try messing with him a little to see if he loosens up. Don't irritate or tick him off, but let him know that you are in charge and that you are safe even to get him out of the hide.
2007-02-17 15:47:03 · answer #4 · answered by hartsock1 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-29 06:26:04 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think its a problem at all, except for you since you dont get to see your pet much! :) He will come out for food and water. If you are really worried, you could lay it on its side so its easier for him to slither out ...
2007-02-17 14:49:03 · answer #6 · answered by haley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is just using that as a protective hiding spot.That is normal.Most snakes are all nocturnal.
2007-02-18 11:43:49 · answer #7 · answered by Jesse E 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋