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  • 01-04-2006, 09:04 PM
    mr.bojangles
    i think i have a big problem is this RI
    i just brought home my new baby boa she is about 24 to 28 inches long and when she exhales thers a slight puff sound but its not every time and some times she will open her mouth is the ri a hiss or what its deffinetley noy a yahn because she only opens it a little but but theres no asound like a hiss is this ri
    PLEASE TELL ME ITS NOT
    thanks
    matt
  • 01-04-2006, 09:10 PM
    Jeanne
    Re: i think i have a big problem is this RI
    Well, from what I understand, RI is more of a gurgling, but there are others who are more knowledgeable on them than I. Can you open her mouth and inspect to make sure there is nothing unusual going on?

    I know at times when I handle my boa, he puffs a bit, but I think it is just him breathing hard, cause I have inspected him and even taken him to a vet to be checked and he was fine.

    Also, if you are that worried it may be in your best interest and hers to get her to a vet for a check up. Where did she come from?
  • 01-04-2006, 09:32 PM
    Salty
    Re: i think i have a big problem is this RI
    From what I've seen snkes that have R.I. wheez. It's like the sound you get when your nose is plugged up and it whistles almost. I have read that snakes w/ R.I. often open their mouth to breathe because of the blocked nasal passages I would say it's a pretty good sign.
  • 01-04-2006, 10:04 PM
    iceman25
    Re: i think i have a big problem is this RI
    If you think its an RI, you should schedule an appointment with ur vet asap!
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