Scarlette - 2022 Colombian BCI

[Bogertophis]

Wow, that's disgusting! I would assume that this person is afraid of this snake & couldn't manage to admit that to you, or wanted the job so badly? No good excuse though- poor snake. But I think she'll be okay, just get her home all cleaned up. Either this one or the other new tank. It might be better to really sanitize this tub (some diluted bleach, perhaps) which will take a while, so it's probably best to just move her to the other one right now, if it's ready & tested- I don't think she'll miss this tub-

[Ailuros]

Moving her to the larger tank it is. It'll fit her better.
The person who cared for them while I was gone has seen my snakes before and expressed no fear towards them. Even sent me pictures of my other snakes while I was gone. I was really shocked when I found she'd been treated like this.
I let her soak for a while to rehydrate. I will finish setting up her new enclosure now, thanks!

[Bogertophis]

Moving her to the larger tank it is. It'll fit her better.
The person who cared for them while I was gone has seen my snakes before and expressed no fear towards them. Even sent me pictures of my other snakes while I was gone. I was really shocked when I found she'd been treated like this.
I let her soak for a while to rehydrate. I will finish setting up her new enclosure now, thanks!

Well, some ppl just hate to admit fear, & maybe your snake sensed it was a stranger, & hissed &/or struck at them when they attempted to do something. They likely "took it personally" & they lost their nerve. Since the others appeared to be taken care of, that would be my guess, anyway. You need a new snake-sitter, unfortunately- one that's more honest, reliable & experienced.

[Ailuros]

Well, some ppl just hate to admit fear, & maybe your snake sensed it was a stranger, & hissed &/or struck at them when they attempted to do something. They likely "took it personally" & they lost their nerve. Since the others appeared to be taken care of, that would be my guess, anyway. You need a new snake-sitter, unfortunately- one that's more honest, reliable & experienced.

Fear seems unlikely (I have a younger Jungle Carpet Python who is certainly more timid..), but I do know they aren't going to be watching over my animals again.
Anyways, I got her set up. Going to cover up the sides with some darker paper to help her feel more secure.
https://imgur.com/a/JbQTvf2

[Bogertophis]

Who knows what their "excuse" would be- it's just inexcusable no matter what.

[Ailuros]

I offered her a mouse today and wow, I see what you mean by ZEST! She struck quicker and with more strength this time and got a good coil.

I'm already making plans for her adult enclosure, and was thinking 6'x2'x2'. Would this (likely) suffice? If she does end up getting too large for that, moving her is always a possibility.

[Bogertophis]

Boas seem to catch on fast to constricting prey- they're not known for being "shy"- Fun snakes to keep around.

That size sounds good for the foreseeable future- beyond that, it's a wait & see. Snakes grow their whole life, & no way to know how long she'll live- it comes down to good genes, good luck & good care. She's got you, & that seems to be in her favor, anyway.

[Ailuros]

She has now poked her head out of her hide. She followed me as I walked by, and showed interest as if I was offering food. I was excited to see this today because well, she's beautiful and this should mean she's settling in more.

[Bogertophis]

She has now poked her head out of her hide. She followed me as I walked by, and showed interest as if I was offering food. I was excited to see this today because well, she's beautiful and this should mean she's settling in more.

She's learning how to call "room service"- Boas aren't overly shy- especially not when it comes to food.

[Ailuros]

Got a bit busy recently, but Scarl is doing well. I fed her Tuesday night, and she ate well with no hesitation and a good coil. She seems to be doing really well, and I'm excited to watch her grow.
I've been talking with a family member about her enclosure, and we've been wondering about heating. I'm planning on using heat tape but we are unsure on how to attach it to the tank/set it up in general. Any tips or instructions on how to get the heating set up would be very helpful!