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    At what point do you worry about a new snake not eating?

    I got a 125g axanthic who Im trying to get eating but haven't had any luck. I've had this guy a little over 3 weeks and feed every Thursday so he's missed 3 meals as of now. I get my feeders from the same guy I got the snake from so it's not like there's some big switch going on, I'm feeding the same thing he fed it. All my temps are on point but the tub and hide might be a bit big for him so my only idea is he might not feel secure enough.

    Anyway, I know 3 weeks isn't really anything to trip on but my first two snakes eat like beasts so this is my first run into a ball being finicky. At what point do you start to worry and take measures, especially with a snake so little?

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    Re: At what point do you worry about a new snake not eating?

    With snakes that small anything over 2 or 3 weeks is a cause for concern. He might be uncomfortable. Either that or maybe he might be in shed soon.

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    How much weight has he lost? That's the thing to know.

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    Re: At what point do you worry about a new snake not eating?

    Quote Originally Posted by PitOnTheProwl View Post
    How much weight has he lost? That's the thing to know.

    Damn it's only 3g. Weighs 122g

    I assume I'm good then?

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    Re: At what point do you worry about a new snake not eating?

    Make sure he has drinking water and has a bowl to soak in. I would also add at least one extra hide and definitely track his weight. I bet once you get a tight fitting hide and give him 5 days of absolutely no handling he will eat for you! You can even use the end of a paper towel roll, that cardboard works fantastic as a hide
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    What was he feeding on before and how are you offering now?

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