Fuzzy Stuck?

I don't know what you think "chunky" is but these are VERY thick snakes. Now if that was a 3 or 4 month old snake, I could understand but that snake looks as skinny as a hatchling. An 8 month old snake should be nearing 3 feet and around 1.5"-2" thick.

The snake needs to be seen by a vet. It looks very un-well.

Vet,

No question about it that isn't normal.

Can you open her mouth? If so can you see the back end of the fuzzy?

The swelling at the very start of her neck makes me wonder if it isn't an infection like mouthrot?

If, when you open her mouth, you can see any sign of the fuzzy you could maybe try removing it or massaging it back up but there are definite risks doing that and I can't in all concience say it is a good idea. :(

If you see what look like patches of cheese inside her mouth or red inflamed looking areas then it might be a massive infection.

But, seriously, it needs a vet as quick as you can get it to one. :(


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Do you have a vet appointment today? That animal is in horrible condition.

Get him to a vet ASAP and if they can save him, then let's talk about improving his quality of life going forward.

I'm shocked that at 8 months old, it's only on MOUSE fuzzies. All my hatchlings here have a mouse hopper (eyes and ears just opened) as their very first meal - I don't even bother with mice pinks and fuzzies.

My youngest animal is six months old - and he's eating small rat pups (about 30 grams which is the equivalent of a large adult mouse).

Please note that I'm pretty upset with whoever has been advising you on how to care for this animal before you found us, not with you.

However, I am concerned that you haven't really said to all the folks here that are pleading with you to take this animal to a vet sooner rather than later, what your intentions are for this animal.

Any news?

I am curious to see what the OP decided to do, any resolution, etc.

I am also curious...

same...poor BP needs a vet and bad...whoever sold you that snake or whoever advised you is definitely in the wrong

Looks to me like the OP has totally abandoned this thread in hopes it will be forgotten. It's a shame, that poor snake is probably dead right now. I would be even more horrified if it was still alive and suffering. :(

I hope I am wrong. If not... I hope he learned his lesson and thinks twice about getting a "disposable" pet.

wow! that snake looks BAD and I'm a little bit ticked that you haven't bothered updating us after supplying us with a concerning description of a confusing and unheard of situation, and an even more concerning photo. It is better to admit to any mistakes and strive to learn and help this animal than completely abandon it. I'm not trying to attack you in any way, but the whole situation sounds pretty darn bad and I'm sure I'm not the only one wondering here about what exactly is going on. For the sake of this BPs health, the sake of all these concerned forum members, the sake of your son's pet, and for the sake of piece of mind- I certainly hope you are not present because the situation is being handled responsibly and that you will return to inform us all of the outcome.

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Originally Posted by kremmel

wow! that snake looks BAD and I'm a little bit ticked that you haven't bothered updating us after supplying us with a concerning description of a confusing and unheard of situation, and an even more concerning photo. It is better to admit to any mistakes and strive to learn and help this animal than completely abandon it. I'm not trying to attack you in any way, but the whole situation sounds pretty darn bad and I'm sure I'm not the only one wondering here about what exactly is going on. For the sake of this BPs health, the sake of all these concerned forum members, the sake of your son's pet, and for the sake of piece of mind- I certainly hope you are not present because the situation is being handled responsibly and that you will return to inform us all of the outcome.

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Well said! I've been wondering about this BP and also hope that the lack of an update is because the owner is taking care of the situation. Sadly, I don't think that's the case.

Not sure where the owner is located but I'll gladly take this snake off of their hands and get it the proper treatment and care it needs and deserves.

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Originally Posted by Sarin

A picture would help us. Also, I would suggest bumping her hot side to 91-93 degrees F. 86 is just too cold for a hot spot IMO.

And Fuzzy what? Mice or Rats? Either way, I think you are feeding her too small of a rodent. Feed her a pray item that is the thickest part of her body, maybe even a bit bigger. Even better, feed her 10-15% of her weight every feeding. (ex., if she is 500 grams, feed her a 65ish gram rodent.)

Keep us updated.

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