I'm a new BP owner, first time owner (i know, bear with me).I've had my juvinile BP for about a month now and still hasnt eaten for me yet (shocking)...his temp and humidy is doing just fine and he is more frequently exploring his enclosure.
Last night as I tried (again) to feed him a frozen-thawed fuzzy mouse, he refused to eat and went back into his hide rock. I lifted the rock from the enclosure and again dangled and waved the prey in front of him.....dropped the prey accidently on his body, he recoiled as if annoyed, and as I picked the mouse back up with the tongs, he struck at it (assuming out of anger) BUT missed and BIT himself on the body!!! He struggled for a second to release himself, and I covered him back calling it a night. I just felt soooo bad for himself......
Question is.....I havent had the opportunity to look at the wound if there is any, but wanted to know..is there any concern for infections from the tag?? I can imagine a bite from live prey would be more traumatic, but I'm wondering if this is anything to be alarmed about.
By the way...I'm leaving him alone for atleast another week to chill out and not stress him out anymore. Any advice would help please.