thanks for the speedy responses

im not so scared of handling her as such i just worry incase i handle her for too long or not enough etc, the first few weeks after she had settled she was out all the time and seemed to love it, when i tried to put her back she was reluctant as though she wasnt ready yet

however ive read so much about them it all gets confusing, i even read that 15 - 20 mins is max time to handle them but im pretty sure it would be different depending on temperature and personality of the snake (could be wrong of course)

i think im worrying too much too soon and need to give it some more time before i presume i know her routine and panick when its not what i had predicted.

another issue i just remembered is usually she poo's a few days after a feed but this last time before the shed she didnt (normal during shed i read) but she also hasnt been since.


What size/type of cage do you have? 3 x 2 wooden viv with a glass sliding front
What are you looking to heat the cage? i use a heating bulb that i have put in a cage hanging in the right hand back corner of the viv which is controlled with a thermostat
What are you using to measure temperatures? i have 2 wall mounted thermometers on in the hot end one in the cold, however i have now purchased 2 digital one il be fitting this weekend.

i also have a hygrometer (spelling unknown) for the humidity, she has plenty of hides and a fake plant thing i put together (she loves to sit on the leaves!)

i feel so stupid for worrying so much but i really do think that if u take on the responsibilty of caring for another living thing u should do everything to give them the very best care and attention, and if looking daft is my only punishment then im ok with that. who knows someday i might be answering some questions