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    Re: Fasting?

    Quote Originally Posted by Maddlesrain View Post
    First I need to get her eating again, that’s what I’m asking about. I’ve only been offering once per week now to see if she gets back on track. But I’m not sure if I should wait longer before trying again or should be concerned about the situation.


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    I wouldn't sweat it. Sounds like she's just doing what BPs do. As long as the animal isn't losing weight there's no health issue to worry about.

    As for when to offer, I'd wait at least a week between offering. I personally wait 2 weeks once they refuse consecutive meals. If they refuse 3 in a row I space it out even more.
    My male BP just came off a strike a few weeks ago. I hadn't offered in probably 5-6 weeks when I noticed he started poking his head out of his hide, indicating "hunting" behavior. Once I saw this 3 straight nights I knew he was hungry. Sure enough, I offered, he took it,and he's been back on track since.

    Be patient. Like I said,no need to worry.

    The move and temp fluctuations may have added to her desire to refuse, so just let her settle in for at least a week.

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