Hey Guys....

Very frustrated here because thought I was over this hump. I had the hardest time converting my BP from F/T mice to F/T rats. After struggling for a LONG time, I finally ordered a fresh batch of rats and used 'dirty mouse' bedding which worked like a CHARM. This worked for about 2-3 months as I was able to slowly wean him off the bedding. I was able to get a good solid month of successful feedings without the bedding.

In the last month he's eaten once and he's refused two meals in a row for a total of 3 weeks in a row of not eating. He shows a lot of interest, in fact last night he came out of his hide completely but never striking or taking the food when I left it for him. In the past when he didn't strike and coil, he would eat when I left the food for him.

As for temps and technique of feeding, nothing has changed. He's a male BP at 500 grams.

I'm leaning towards reintroducing 'dirty mouse' bedding. What does everyone think?

Thanks!