So I am currently in the process of trying to switch my Jungle Carpet Python from Live Hamsters to F/T Rats.
Last time she ate was about 1 month and a week ago, but in between that month, she switched homes (4 hour drive) and then was in shed.
2 Nights ago I tried feeding her a thawed Rat but was not successful, she went near it, smelled it but then slithered away. I'm not concerned with how I prepped the rat or presented it as I have experience with that.
I ended up leaving the rat in the cage and in the morning it was just moved over. So it went to waste.
The plan was to wait 2-3 weeks before trying again, get her a bit more hungry.
But today, I noticed during the day, she was doing the whole neck stretched to the top lid, and she was doing it tonight as well. A sign I usually get with my other snakes that they are looking for food.
So what would you guys do, try again with a rat today or wait another week or two? Obviously, her eating is my number one priority but at the same time I don't want to keep throwing out rats, about $10 each.
If you think waiting longer would be better, would it still be safe to hold her, as she might be hungry?
Thank you!
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