is he constapated?

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Originally Posted by syvil

I've had my guy for almost a month and have the same issue. He's about 4 mos old and eating 1 fuzzy a week. Should I move him up to two fuzzy's a week when I feed tomorrow? I also need a poop sample for the vet :)

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He can probably pretty easily take a larger meal. You should be feeding him meals approximately the same thickness as the thickest part of the snake, if not a little larger. Once the item is swallowed, you should see a small bulge.

Hope this helps.

You guys talk a lot of crap! :P


But yes warm water does work...

As was already stated, the prey should be about the same thickness as the thickest part of your snake and approx 10-15% of the snakes weight. If you don't have a scale already, I recommend getting one. I use a digital food scale from Wal-Mart to weigh my rats. I also take my scale to the pet store to weigh them before buying so I know I'm getting what I need...

Its normal. Stop worrying!!

Also, feed him more :P 10-15% of his body weight every 5-7 days.

Your snake is going to shed and poop when its ready. You need to address your feeding routine. 4 or 5 of anything a week is not the best plan. Curl your index finger and thumb around your snake. Like you are making the OK sign and let the snake go through the hole you make with your fingers. Then let the snake run through your hand allowing your fingers to expand till you find the largest part of the snake. Now take note of where your index finger is touching your thumb. If the rodent can't fit through there then its a bit large. If its smaller then you should weigh the snake and the food items. Try and feed 10% to 15% of the snakes body weight in 1 rodent, 2 if you don't want to throw out rodents that are too small.