Hi Forum,

I posted a thread a few weeks ago regarding my pastel 2010 male as he went on feeding strike for the first time. I wasnt worried to much then but now i am getting concerned.

Here is some background info:

He started fasting about 4-5 weeks ago and has refused 4 feeds now, i also tried going back to small mice but still no luck. All husbandry is fine to my knowledge.

The reason for my concern is his weight loss. I periodicaly weigh both snakes and henry peaked at 710 grams before his fast. He is now at 670-680 grams.

He has never been a thick bodied snake, his very long and slender. But now i am worried as with the weight loss he is looking noticicably thinner and saggy in the skin. The worst i have seen him

I have been checking him for signs of RI, no visible signs. The only change in his environment was the introduction of my females tub next to his after her qurentine period, however he ate twice i believe during her introduction and the fasting period he is in now.

He hasnt made a fecal for me to take to the vets as im sure he is very empty.

I have a few questions, is this weight loss dramatic in the time period. And should a trip to the vets be necessary taking into account i dont have a fecal sample.

The problem is i dont want to ride the fast out as i dont think he has enough body weight on him.

Any thoughts or suggestions would be greatly appreciated, his a good little friend