Hello All,

I noticed recently that my ball python (2 years old) has begun to exhibit some RI symptoms. She has a bit of squeaking/wheezing when she is breathing heavily and a little bit of bubbling in the back of her throat. She isn't acting sick, eating well and being pretty active, so if she does have an RI, I believe it is in it's early stages. I immediately called my vet and booked an appointment, but she can't get in until two weeks from now. (COVID, ugh). So although I am getting her seen ASAP, I still wonder if there is anything I can do to help her in the mean time before her appointment to alleviate her symptoms or prevent her from worsening. I have heard of the Vicks vaporub or eucalyptus oil treatment. Will that help? Could it hurt her worse? Have any of you had experience with it? Also, if anyone has any other suggestions that would be great. Just trying to keep my baby girl happy and healthy!

Thanks a bunch!