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Feeding During Shed??

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  • 05-11-2017, 09:59 AM
    DopeThrone138
    Feeding During Shed??
    Hey guys. I picked up my first Ball Python 5 weeks ago. So far everything has gone smooth with the exception that I could not get him to except f/t. I was offering food every 3-4 days for the first two weeks and he should zero interest. After no luck with f/t I reluctantly offered a live fuzzy and he slammed it before it even hit the ground.
    He has had three successful feeds since ive had him. While I was changing out his water last night, I noticed he is in blue. Now I've read before that alot of BPs will not except food while in shed. So my question is this, should I offer, or wait until he has completed his shed? If he would take f/t it wouldn't be a question, but seeing as he only takes live, if he doesnt except it, I'm not sure what I would do with a little fuzzy. Thanks guys.
  • 05-11-2017, 10:08 AM
    Craiga 01453
    I think this would be a good opportunity to switch him over to F/T if that's what you prefer. I would personally hold off on feeding until his shed is complete. This should put him at probably 10 days or more since last feeding. At this point I would offer the F/T prey. If he refuses, wait a week and try again. Keep handling to a minimum throughout the shed process and until he's accepting F/T readily.
  • 05-11-2017, 10:17 AM
    DopeThrone138
    Re: Feeding During Shed??
    I think that is the route I'm going. Right now feedingive doesnt bother me much, but I worry once he requires larger food items, that injury might occur. Thank you for the help!
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