Feeding Concerns

I have had my ball python now for about 4 month and has been a great eater until last week. He struck and rat got away and then the ball had nothing to do with him. The rat then died from internal bleeding. I went to feed to day and my ball didn't even strike just simply wasn't interested. I'm growing concerned since it's now been 3 weeks since he last fed and was always such a great eater before. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks


Jeff

How old is he? Sounds like breeding season fasting to me.

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Originally Posted by Crazymonkee

How old is he? Sounds like breeding season fasting to me.

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Could be this. My Ball seems to be fasting, he was eating fine until 3 weeks ago and then stopped.

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Originally Posted by Crazymonkee

How old is he? Sounds like breeding season fasting to me.

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Not 100% sure but I have had him for 4 month so I figure he was at least 2 months old when I got him. Another thing is he is way more active than he has ever been. Should I wait couple weeks before offering food? I just want to be sure he will be ok. Thanks

Jeff

What is his weight? Do you know what it was before he stopped eating? Have you tried f/t or mice? If he missed the rat or they got into a fight in anyway he might be scared of them now. It happens. I'd give it a few days and try again. As long as he is active and he isn't obviously underweight then I wouldn't be too concerned at this point.

Not sure on his weights but he's not skinny by any stretch and now he has missed to feedings which is why I was concerned.


Jeff

Two is not much to worry about. My normal female will one week, then not eat for 3. I would try a f/t maybe, but I'm really thinking time of year.