One and a half year old snake, 50 grams?

[PitOnTheProwl]

That's a urate and is normal.

[Pippers]

That's a urate and is normal.

Great to know!

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[Pippers]

I wouldn't worry too much because he is getting used to the new food and the propper stuff. I would put him in a sterillite tub with paper towel just for the ease of cleaning etc and too be able to keep proper humidity and heat. That's good that he shed though.

Yeah I would, but I've put so much time and effort into getting this tank just right that it would feel like a waste to scrap it all for a simple tub..perhaps in the future. And thanks! I'm very relieved he shed perfectly

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[wolfy-hound]

Yay for poo! And for shedding nicely.

[DellaF]

I wish I was as happy to see my dogs poop than I am my snakes I hope he starts to really thrive now.

[cristacake]

Yeah I would, but I've put so much time and effort into getting this tank just right that it would feel like a waste to scrap it all for a simple tub..perhaps in the future. And thanks! I'm very relieved he shed perfectly

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Excuse me if I'm sounding rude here, but... having a glass tank is for you, not Pip. Your snake doesn't know or care how aesthetically attractive a glass tank is versus a tub, or how much time, effort, or money you spent on it. Again, trying to put this gently: you clearly are very inexperienced with reptile husbandry. Many of the people on this website who have years of experience and own multiple thriving ball pythons have kindly suggested that you change up his housing, just like you had to change up his food. We can't make you do anything but it is a little odd to me that you accepted advice on a change in feeding, but not habitat change. I'm glad he's eating and pooping though, and that his last shed was a good one. Obviously a lot has improved for Pip so far, and that is great!

[Pippers]

No offense taken! Since posting here I have indeed changed every single aspect of his housing, save for the tank. As you stated, it is aesthetically pleasing. Most people want a nice looking enclosure for their pet snakes and I'm no exception. Despite this, I've learned quite alot since posting here and I'm quite satisfied with the change, as I'm sure pip is too.

Thank you for the support

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[Nathaniel1989]

time for some pics of Pip now!

[LittleTreeGuy]

I second the PICS!! We want to see Pip. I'm so happy for you to hear that he is sounding better and better every day. Kudos to you for sticking with it and doing what needed to be done. Sounds like he's well on his way.

As for the glass tank comment above, yes, tubs and PVC enclosures are generally easier to maintain temps, humidity, etc... but that doesn't mean glass tanks can't provide a happy home for snakes. Do they take more work and monitoring, yes, probably so. I used to think glass tanks were just the devil in disguise, but there are plenty of people here, and on other forums that prove that isn't the case. I have seen some AMAZING glass tank setups out there that are probably a much better habbitat for a snake than a tub.

You're learning, and as long as you keep doing things the right way, You'll be just fine. Keep up the good work!

[Kokorobosoi]

Personally I use mostly tubs, but I do use a glass tank for a backup qt. the tank takes much more monitoring and work. But it can be kept up to standards if you keep on it and set it up properly. As long as you have it setup properly ( pretty sure someone linked the 20g setup thread already?) I don't see an issue.

Im so glad to see how pip is doing! Awesome job getting pip what he needs! We need more pics!!