i think i have a big problem is this RI

[mr.bojangles]

i just brought home my new baby boa she is about 24 to 28 inches long and when she exhales thers a slight puff sound but its not every time and some times she will open her mouth is the ri a hiss or what its deffinetley noy a yahn because she only opens it a little but but theres no asound like a hiss is this ri
PLEASE TELL ME ITS NOT
thanks
matt

[Jeanne]

Well, from what I understand, RI is more of a gurgling, but there are others who are more knowledgeable on them than I. Can you open her mouth and inspect to make sure there is nothing unusual going on?

I know at times when I handle my boa, he puffs a bit, but I think it is just him breathing hard, cause I have inspected him and even taken him to a vet to be checked and he was fine.

Also, if you are that worried it may be in your best interest and hers to get her to a vet for a check up. Where did she come from?

[Salty]

From what I've seen snkes that have R.I. wheez. It's like the sound you get when your nose is plugged up and it whistles almost. I have read that snakes w/ R.I. often open their mouth to breathe because of the blocked nasal passages I would say it's a pretty good sign.

[iceman25]

If you think its an RI, you should schedule an appointment with ur vet asap!