ball python first feed tips please :)

[hovercroft]

I made the mistake of lifting up his hide. I think that alone stressed him enough to go off any food. I'm going to wait till he's actually out of it himself later on in the night next week.

[SRMD]

I made the mistake of lifting up his hide. I think that alone stressed him enough to go off any food. I'm going to wait till he's actually out of it himself later on in the night next week.

You should try pre-scenting the room your snake is in, like I said before maybe just blow drying the rat so the scent will get to the snake.
I always blow dry the rat before feeding my BP and he comes out instantly, my BP always feeds never misses a meal when I do this.

[hovercroft]

Thanks will try that. He's not really had a chance to settle in yet. I've been messing with bulbs and such trying to get his temps right so leaving him alone for a week so he can adjust