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    sticky snake - substrate, urine, and urates

    More of a question for my rainbow boa, but could apply to any snake I suppose and I figured it'd get more views here. My Brazilian Rainbow Boa has felt sticky and tacky when I have handled her the last 4-5 times. It was difficult for me to handle her and seemed really uncomfortable for her because of this (She's 6+ feet). It's a new problem. She's usually very slithery(?) and is an active snake to hold. Very curious and wants to check things out, but it was so uncomfortable for her, I can tell she just wanted to get away and be left alone.

    So to my question: I am starting to think it's urine. I know about urates, I am a daily checker and cleaner of my snakes terrariums, but I have never seen my BRB pee liquid. I have seen my BP (while being checked at the vet when new) pee a large amount of liquid and poop. If my BRB does actually pee liquid, then sits in it while inside her hide, then I see why she's sticky. But does she pee liquid or are the only things coming from her body urates and poop?

    If it's not urine, what else could be causing the stickiness? She's definitely not shedding, and is otherwise healthy. Great temp and humidity control with an AP cage, and eating regularly. Also, every time I handle her and put her back, she immediately goes swimming and stays soaking in her water bowl for a while. Thanks for the help as usual everyone!

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    Re: sticky snake - substrate, urine, and urates

    Does wiping her down with a damp paper towel help?
    Derek

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    Re: sticky snake - substrate, urine, and urates

    Quote Originally Posted by dr del View Post
    Does wiping her down with a damp paper towel help?
    Ive tried that once, but can't really get the bottom of her bc of previously mentioned things. She just ate, but after a day or two ill see what I can do with a quick wash off. Hopefully that will help. Still curious if they actually pee or not though.

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