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  • 01-23-2011, 04:24 AM
    Zargoon
    Ball python hasn't shed since 4 days after eyes cleared
    Hey guys,

    My bp's eyes cleared up about four days ago, but he still hasn't shed. His skin looks obviously loose, as well as his eyecaps and his whole face. Should I be concerned?
  • 01-23-2011, 07:29 AM
    thomasK
    Re: Ball python hasn't shed since 4 days after eyes cleared
    he'll shed, just keep humidity up in his tank, make sure he has something to rub against so the old skin can let go

    if you are really worried you can try to give him a bath and let him soak for 10 3inutes or so and then let him crawl trough a washcloth or a towel untill he's shed
  • 01-23-2011, 07:56 AM
    ballpythonluvr
    Re: Ball python hasn't shed since 4 days after eyes cleared
    Patience is the key. Your snake should be shedding any day now. As was advised, keep your humidity up.
  • 01-23-2011, 01:13 PM
    kitedemon
    The shed cycle is at least ten days long. Not to worry at one point the clear the eyes and look almostt normal then they shed. I'd personally not advise a soak this close to a shed the secretions and slimy more so than water and a water soak can wash them away and cause issues.
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