Scared During a Shed?

[Toronto Python Gurus]

i definately notice a difference when they are in shed they seem more timid and stressed . . . .

[UrdnotWrex]

i definately notice a difference when they are in shed they seem more timid and stressed . . . .

So would you guys say their behavior typically returns to normal directly after shedding, or do they have a 'recovery period'?

[BPelizabeth]

Personally I think they are more uncomfortable and they just do not want to be handled. However mine do feed while blue.....I have never had one refuse while in shed however if they did no biggie...I would just move on!!

[loonunit]

I don't think "scared" is exactly the right word to describe mine in shed? They're more "pissy."

[severe_bomber]

I think shedding just makes them feel more vulnerable, increasing the snakes nature disposition whether it be flighty or aggressive. I don't really think the loss of vision is what does it though. A complete new skin is forming under that old one and I can't help but think that has to feel weird. When my snakes are in shed I let them be unless necessary, I view shedding as a stressor and like to limit my interactions with them.

I tend to think the same. Mine starts to behave strangely even in pre-blue when his eyes are still ok. I reckon it just feels odd to him.

So would you guys say their behavior typically returns to normal directly after shedding, or do they have a 'recovery period'?

Mine stays in hiding for about a week after, then starts to show himself again.