My ball python had a ri back in april so I gave her shots and she was better. Since then shes gained 400 grams and never missing a meal. Last meal she wasnt interested and shortly after she starting yawning a lot and rubbing her face around the tank. One of the places where she rubbed her face she left behind mucous so I know shes got an ri again. The temps in the tank are 82 on the cool side and and 90 on the hot side. Humidity has been in the 48-60 range these last months. almost the whole top of her tank is covered to keep drafts out. I do run an air conditioner in my room in the summer, but her temp and humidity are still in check. I keep a close eye. I just cant figure out why she has gotten sick again.

Im starting to think it may be the air quality in the room. Its the only thing I can think of as my room gets that stagnant feel to it alot. Can snakes contract Ri's any other way, maybe through live mice or rats?



Il be going to the vet on monday to get more shots. I just dont want to treat her and then put her back in dangers way. If it is my room then I would have to get rid of her because my dad wont let her in any other room.


Sorry this is all over the place but her weight is 930 grams, and shes about 40-42 inches. Early 06- or late 05 female. any input or advice you guys can give me will be a huge help. thanks.