So far I have been exceptionally lucky. My snakes have not refused a single meal. Not even with cloudy eyes during shed.
I have a 266 gram female(way to small to be building eggs) that almost climbs out of her cage at feeding time before I even have the rat in the tongs.
I am currently feeding 15% body weight on 7 days. She has the typical plump BP shape although I thought she was a bit on the skinny side when I acquired her.
I am in no rush to breed as I am still looking for a multi-gene YB or ivory male so no pressing need to bulk her up.
My question is, first is this really uncommon? I see many threads about BP's not eating but few on BP's that are absolute garbage disposals.
And second, is there a consensus on which is healthier for the snake, either upping the % body weight fed or moving her to a 5 day cycle?
I am leaning toward putting her on a 5 day provided she doesn't get obese. I have zero desire to "power feed" but, I do want to make sure I keep my snakes as healthy and content as I can.
Edit: Already glad other users here had convinced me that cage feeding was better than moving this girl to feed. So, thanks for prior advice as well as any to come.
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