BP hasn't gone to the bathroom?

[Mary_Rose]

I've had my little python for about 2 months now, it's taken 4 fuzzy mice no problem, but still hasn't gone to the bathroom. He's housed in a sterelite tub, zoo med uth w/thermostat, keeps good constant temps, and about 56% humidity all the time. He's always really active when handled, and seems fine, so is it normal for them to go a long time without pooping? it's also still a juvenile, only about 18-20in long. thanks!

[coldbloodaddict]

Probably because fuzzy mice are too small for him...there's nothing to waste


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[Mary_Rose]

Probably because fuzzy mice are too small for him...there's nothing to waste


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ok, two fuzzies a week isn't going to be too much for a snake that small?

[coldbloodaddict]

how much does he weigh? Most hatchlings can eat hopper mice right out of the egg.

you should move up in prey size vs. feeding multiple smaller meals.


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[Mary_Rose]

how much does he weigh? Most hatchlings can eat hopper mice right out of the egg.

you should move up in prey size vs. feeding multiple smaller meals.


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Ok, I only have a couple fuzzies left, so I'll feed those for this week, and move him up from now on. Thanks For your help

[Slim]

Ok, I only have a couple fuzzies left, so I'll feed those for this week

You need to ditch the mouse fuzzies and move to rat pups. You've basically been starving your snake for 2 months.

[Nick_bp]

Rule of thumb prey item should weigh 10 - 15% of the weight of your ball or feed a prey item that is the same girth as the widest part of your ball.

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