Quote Originally Posted by 55fingers View Post
Thank you! I will try to add all the new stuff, then probably wait a few days to feed him so he gets used to it. He comes out at night regularly, but recently I think he's been looking hungry so I was worried about how soon to feed him, but I'm glad to hear it won't hurt to wait a few more days.

Also thank you for the information about whether or not to move him to a feeding tub. I'd heard so many different things about it I didn't know what was the right way.

I'm thinking that I'll try to put a lid down under the rat, as I'm worried about him accidently eating his substrate (eco earth coconut fiber). When I had a garter snake, his worms and fish, being slimy, would get covered in it and he would get it all stuck in his mouth and was visibly uncomfortable. I hope Ralph (my BP) doesn't get hurt by it.
Sounds Good!

I wouldn't worry too much about him getting a little substrate in his mouth. It happens. But yeah, a lot of people lay a paper plate or something over the substrate prior to feeding. I find they take they prey where they want to take it anyway, so I don't personally put anything down. It certainly won't hurt if you feel better putting it down though.