Is it okay to feed?

[Renigaed]

My BP had a really bad shed and I had to help him get it all off tonight, which required quite a bit of handling, he's very comfortable around me so he wasn't too terribly stressed.
However, I'm a bit worried because he hasn't eaten since the 13th even though I've been offering him food, I think he wasn't eating because he was getting ready to shed..
Do you think it would be okay to try and feed him tonight now that he's all cleared up, or should I wait until tomorrow to make sure he's all calm?

[Mangiapane85]

Depends on the snake. Most of mine are ready to eat directly after they shed. Whether I handle them first or not, they eat. .. it's just a matter of knowing your snake and trusting your gut.


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[Renigaed]

I'll probably just wait until tomorrow then just to be safe!

[Eru_Iluvatar]

Yes, some won't eat while they're shedding or about to shed. Soon after they do shed most accept food

[Merriah]

My two boys will eat whenever. I got an advice sheet when I got my first snake and it said to never feed when they shed, but I've learned that if they are hungry, they are HUNGRY!

[Mangiapane85]

Only 2 out of my collection won't eat while in shed. The rest don't have a problem.


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