Newbie here

well just signed up today. i have had my ball python for about a month now. eats great!!! but doesnt shed in one full piece. i know that its not normal. what should i do??

First - welcome aboard - the great folks here are always glad to help someone!

SHedding problems are likely due to too-low humidity. Whats the humidity in the enclosure? How is it measured?

Our own Daniel1983 has penned an awesome article on the shedding process which can be found here: http://www.ball-pythons.net/modules....warticle&id=57

i have a thermomiter. no humidity gauge yet. i am getting one tomorrow. the pet store told me it wasn't really needed. how do i increase the humidity in the tank?? if its low

Pet stores usually see nothing wrong with a snake shedding in flakes, unfortunately :(

A digital hygrometer or temp/hyygrometer combo is your best bet. Big stores liek Wal Mart and target should have seomthing to foot the bill in or near the hardware section. WalMart used to carry the Accurite brand which is more than functional if you have a single BP.

If by "tank" you mean glass there are a number of routes - the open screen lid is the main culprit. Also what is your source of heating? Heat lights suck moisture right out of the air as well. Here is some great info regarding humidity/glass:

http://www.ball-pythons.net/forums/s...searchid=38620

and you'll definitely want to peruse this:

http://www.ball-pythons.net/modules....warticle&id=52



(EDIT: click SEARCH (on the title bar above) > Advanced Search > select Search > under keywords enter "humidity" then below that select "search titles only")

heat pad under tank. with a heat light. thanks for the help.

Welcome!

Feel free to check my fiance Rick's "Captain Overkill Guide to Setting up a Glass Vivarium" as well. =)