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[QUOTE=jmcrook;2627718]Seems to be the case. There’s no way I can do a 6’ tall cage though. Maybe 4’. Jeez... I’m gonna have to think hard about this. I love the hell out of this critter but my god, she’s more work than a damn dog sometimes
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6 x 3 x 3 is pretty damn nice. Not worth going over that for her. Large mainland sure but like you are saying, too much work. Too little enjoyment.
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You aren’t going to believe this. She had free run of an entire room for the whole night... she’s still in the same spot on top of the cage stack and hasn’t moved.
That a good start and shows she doesn't like the cage. Now to narrow it down some more and figure out what is bothering her.
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That a good start and shows she doesn't like the cage. Now to narrow it down some more and figure out what is bothering her.
I think she just wants a very large and tall space. Figures that I would end up with worlds largest super dwarf that needs more space than most mainland retics
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Maybe she is claustrophobic? Dark cages with a glass front can be great because they mimic a big "hide" and many snakes crave the security this seems to give them.
Perhaps she wants to be out in the open for some reason, though.
She might be one of those that would like one of those big cages they make for birds that have a huge and sturdy Manzanita tree in the middle. Add some shelves here and there.
Friends of mine converted a hallway closet to a giant bird cage. They took the doors off and built a Plexiglas front that can be opened. They treated the walls with a non toxic paint that can easily be washed down. The floor has a removable tray that holds substrate. There is a big tree in there. It would be easy to add big corner shelves. Adding heat panels should also not be a big problem? As well as some LED lights.
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Beautiful little noodle. And I love her name.
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zina10
Maybe she is claustrophobic? Dark cages with a glass front can be great because they mimic a big "hide" and many snakes crave the security this seems to give them.
Perhaps she wants to be out in the open for some reason, though.
She might be one of those that would like one of those big cages they make for birds that have a huge and sturdy Manzanita tree in the middle. Add some shelves here and there.
Friends of mine converted a hallway closet to a giant bird cage. They took the doors off and built a Plexiglas front that can be opened. They treated the walls with a non toxic paint that can easily be washed down. The floor has a removable tray that holds substrate. There is a big tree in there. It would be easy to add big corner shelves. Adding heat panels should also not be a big problem? As well as some LED lights.
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I rent so not an option
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oh my, I can't believe she stayed there all night, that is adorable, funny and sad all at the same time. I totally feel your frustration.
Seems like she just really doesn't like that cage. Wish I could lend you a white one to see if that changes anything. Either that or a tub.
*fingers crossed* for an eventual resolution that you both are happy with.
She’s still on top of the cages but moved down to the empty spot next to the thermostats. I’m beyond frustrated with the pushing though.
I feel like it’s gotta be something about the cage/environment/climate but she did this in her T8 as well before being upgraded, just not quite as severely.
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I think some animals just don't like being in cages at all. My Olive python doesn't push but he gets restless and roams his tank constantly if I don't let him out every few days. If I let him out of his cage for a few for some handling, exercise, and open air he usually settles down quite a bit. Maybe try just letting her out to free roam a little more. I'm not sure what the underlying issues are but I hope she calms down for you JM.
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I think some animals just don't like being in cages at all. My Olive python doesn't push but he gets restless and roams his tank constantly if I don't let him out every few days. If I let him out of his cage for a few for some handling, exercise, and open air he usually settles down quite a bit. Maybe try just letting her out to free roam a little more. I'm not sure what the underlying issues are but I hope she calms down for you JM.
Man, I’ve tried... let her roam the roam for 7-8 hours once. Put her back and immediately began pushing furiously at the door. As soon as she’s pooped which is about four days after eating regardless of prey size, nothing stops her from pushing except more food or just not putting her back in her cage.
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