I think Im ready.

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Originally Posted by harm286

I thought so too, but i would think even if you did feed her or "power feed" her as they say... wouldnt the snake not eat the next time around if you over did it ??? I dont know

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Yes, the problem with feeding meals that are too big, or feeding them too many, may cause them to become less of a consistent eater. I like to feed all of my sub-adult and adult ball pythons one small rat every seven days. They will get to breeding size when they get there.

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Originally Posted by harm286

I thought so too, but i would think even if you did feed her or "power feed" her as they say... wouldnt the snake not eat the next time around if you over did it ??? I dont know

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Exactly my point. If the snake is willingly taking the prey item on it's own without you shoving it down her throat, I'd call that plain old feeding. ;) It IS possible for some to have too big of an appetite and become obese, but most ball pythons will stop eating on their own.