I have had this ball for about two months now and I tried to feed her two weeks after i got her but she would not eat then about two weeks later noticed she was starting to shed well she finally shed four days ago i have tried feeding her twice after the shed and she still wont eat she is a 4 yo about 3 1/2 ft long very pretty and still very active at night and yes i have tried feeding her at night
2007-03-27 23:20:43 · 8 answers · asked by guitarking1982 2 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
Try feeding her after 2 days.
2007-03-27 23:25:38 · answer #1 · answered by Dr Dee 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check the temperature of your enclosure, too cold and it wont feed. There are many methods of feeding a difficult snake.
Brown Bag method: Use either a dead mouse or a live pink rat ( it has to be a pinky rat "baby" with eyes still close and no teeth, otherwise your snake will get hurt) Punch alot of holes into a brown paper bag that will be large enough for your snake, put the dead mouse or the live pinky rat in the bag with your snake and staple the top shut. Do this a few nights in a row. You need to get your hands on some reading material. I suggest you buy some books, not just one but a few, on ball pythons. You will become an expert in no time
2007-03-28 08:06:18 · answer #2 · answered by Monkey Lover 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
usually after sheding a ball python will not eat shedding is always a very stressful time for a snake this is one of the few times a python will bite their owners usually feeding a ball python every other week is helpful also you may want to take her to a vet and have her checked out for stomach parasites(yes snakes do get these)and also note that depending on how much you feed her she may be full and trying to say that she doesn't want to overeat while at vet ask about how much you should feed and what you should feed also live prey is preferable over dead prey as the snakes system is programmed by evolution to be a hunter if you feed them dead prey move it around somewhat to give it the feeling of life and the snake should take to it better
2007-03-27 23:38:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some snakes don't eat in captivity and have to be force-fed. I've had two ball pythons like this.
Find a knowledgeable reptile breeder or vet in your area and get advice on your specific snake.
2007-03-27 23:25:41 · answer #4 · answered by trai 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The snake might also be constipated. Try a bowl filled with warm water and put her in it. Also try live. Alot of people suggest not to do this because of biting and diseases, but if the snake takes it wrong just flick he rat in the head. That what I've done with mine. If this doesn't work then probably take her to the vet or force feed.
2007-03-28 05:03:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would try some "pinkies" to get him enticed. "pinkies" are live baby mice. My snake will not even consider prekilled food. Pinkies are cheap and small, so if he has any hunger at all, he will go for them. Also, make sure you are feeding him in a feeding tank, so he doesn't associate your hand in his bin with food and start to strike. He also may be in forced hibernation, make sure your cage has an adequate supply of heat sources and fresh water. Take him out and let him swim in the tub for short periods also. Handle him frequently and let him get some exercise. Has he eliminated? He may be impacted! If none of the above techniques work, you are going to have to take him to the vet....but I would try the above suggestions first. Hope you guys do ok!
2007-03-28 01:40:23 · answer #6 · answered by Zygai 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this is a bad situation. i guess you will have to force her to eat.
if u dont it wont eat. she is just a victom of depresion.
2007-03-28 00:04:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋
not hungry yet
2007-03-27 23:31:26 · answer #8 · answered by skcs11 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋