So last Saturday I purchased a ball python (a female) about 10 months old from the a reptile show,and she seemed lively and docile like a ball should (I named her "Roxanne" cause I'm a fan of 'The Police') .though over the past couple days she's been acting odd (odd is the best way to put it I guess). she's hissing a lot, whether i try to pick her up or clean out her water dish, and even when i'm not disturbing the tank she hisses. She's also rubbing up against things inside the tank often,and I've caught her a few times laying in the water dish. I think she's getting ready to shed, but I'm not sure...I'm also worried she might become a nervous snake,and be one thats quick to bite if handled etc.

I could really use any help offered

-Tiny

oh couple additional facts:

1. I'm a first time python owner
2.it's a 75 gallon terrarium with an eco-earth/coconut fiber bedding
3. She hasn't been fed since last Tuesday (the man who sold her to me told me to wait a week while she adjusts to the new tank)

if you(the forum) want a picture of what her tank looks like, I can post one as well


thanks again for any help