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    Question about probes

    How do you know what size probe to use for a particular ball python?

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    Re: Question about probes

    This would be hard to describe accurately for you to go off of by just telling you. It all depends on the size of the snake! Your best bet is to find someone that has a probe kit and have probed snakes before, and let them show you.

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    Re: Question about probes

    Uhh yeah I know it depends on the size of the snake. That's why I was asking.

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    Re: Question about probes

    um..dont use a big probe on a small snake...

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    Re: Question about probes

    What happens if you use a small probe on a big snake?

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    Re: Question about probes

    I am not an expert but I would think if the probe is too small and your inexperienced you can puncture the males hemipene's.

    If you have not been taught how to probe its best if you don't do it.

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    Re: Question about probes

    If you arent sure of which probe size to use, ask your vet, or someone who is experienced to show you in person, it really isnt easy to describe which ones to use over the internet.
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