Heavier than normal

[ivylea77]

I believe it is the person your refering to who's website I got some of the information from
Mostly it states that females during the month of August are put on a "heavier feeding schedule than normal" as this helps build up fat stores for breeding.

[ivylea77]

It seems there is a happy medium between "fat" and "plump". I wanted to see what some do. I'm sure it comes down to each individaul animal and the experience of the keeper to know the difference.

[jglass38]

For me it means an extra prey item on feeding day if they will take it. There is definitely a difference between a healthy big girl and a fat girl that is going to throw slugs.

[ivylea77]

Good stuff to know

[Rapture]

I think it's personal preference and how well you know each of your snakes. If you feel that one of your girls just isn't at the size you feel she should be at before breeding, then go ahead and increase her food intake to prepare her for egg development.

[elevatethis]

Mostly it states that females during the month of August are put on a "heavier feeding schedule than normal" as this helps build up fat stores for breeding.

During August and the summer months, absolutely, but its not like you are going to want to feed the girl during the months of nov-feb the same way you feed them in June-August.