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Feeding my baby Hog

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  • 11-05-2011, 11:31 PM
    FkNdRk
    Feeding my baby Hog
    So, I know it may be a little soon for this question. Ive had my Hog island for 3 days and I know from talking to the breeder that it has been exactly a week since he last ate. I offered him a live rat pinky and he seemed scared of it. I waited until tonight and offered him a f/t mouse and he seemed more curious than he was towards the rat but still ignored it. Should I wait another day maybe a week? Any advice? Thanks in advance,
    Gonzo
  • 11-05-2011, 11:33 PM
    Skittles1101
    I suggest waiting a week, poor critter is still nervous about the move. Give him time to settle in.
  • 11-06-2011, 02:58 AM
    Vypyrz
    Re: Feeding my baby Hog
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by LGray23 View Post
    I suggest waiting a week, poor critter is still nervous about the move. Give him time to settle in.

    I agree. Give him a week to settle in, then offer whatever type prey the breeder was feeding...
  • 11-06-2011, 04:14 AM
    cmack91
    Re: Feeding my baby Hog
    mine didnt eat untill the 4th day with me, so yeah, wait a couple days at least
  • 11-06-2011, 07:45 AM
    TheWinWizard
    Time and patience, and leave him alone, no handling.
  • 11-06-2011, 08:49 AM
    rperry03
    Both of mine ate the first day i had them. Don't know how big your hog island is but a Hopper or rat pup is an appropriate size for one that is eating.
  • 11-06-2011, 08:50 AM
    rperry03
    And most will not touch f/t till their established eaters
  • 11-06-2011, 09:22 AM
    TheWinWizard
    I acquired 2 3 year olds. The male ate the second day the female took a week to settle in.
  • 11-06-2011, 09:04 PM
    FkNdRk
    Thanks all, I guess I will try again saturday. by then my rat pinkies will be to big so i guess i will have to go buy a mouse hopper for him
  • 11-07-2011, 07:40 AM
    TheWinWizard
    How big is this guy, any pics?
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