I am new to the having a Ball Python. My first one. I have a 3 year old Bearded Dragon. Anyway, I got him 2 weeks ago tomorrow(Sat.) I had him for one week when I noticed a small tick on him. Went to the vet to make sure and it was. They took it off. He is about 2 1/2 feet long. Young still, somewhat. I tried feeding him that night for the first time, which was probably a mistake. He didn't eat. I figurered the vet trip stressed him out. I tried feeding him a small live mouse. So, I waited 2 days, then put him in a 10 gallon tank with the mouse. The mouse walked right up to him, sniffed his nose, and my Ball just turned his head. That was 3 days ago. So, I'm wondering when and how I should go about this. Like I said, I am very new to this so I could use any help I am given. I was thinking about killing the mouse and putting him in his tank. Is he just not adjusted yet? I have him in a 55 gallon aquarium. One 75 watt light over his log and hiding spot, and a florescent bulb as well. Water on the other side. Anyway, any help would be great. Thanks!

P.S.- what is the easiest way to go about killing the mouse. I've never had to do it before, besided in a trap... :lol: