First snake. Need Advice.

Snakenoob · 01-20-17, 09:42 PM

Hey all. I've been a member of the forums for several years now and finally have a snake of my own! I got a corn snake from a local pet shop. It's doing well and is really docile. I've only had it for a few days, but fed it about an hour ago to keep on the schedule the pet shop had it on. They said they were feeding it 2 to 3 pinkies at feeding time, but it only took one. I offered it a 2nd but it only went to the warm side and curled up under the bedding. Should I be concerned that it only wanted one pinkie? Should I wait and try again in a little bit? Should I offer it another one tomorrow, or wait another week before feeding again? Thanks for any help!

Jim Smith · 01-20-17, 10:15 PM

Typically, most people wait about seven days before attempting to feed a snake when it arrives. Your snake will know when it has eaten enough. It would be helpful if you told us about more about your new snake. How old is it? How large is it? from that information, there are people who can help you ensure that you are providing the proper husbandry for your snake including frequency and amount to feed.

Snakenoob · 01-20-17, 10:26 PM

Ok. Thanks for your reply. I was told it was probably around 3 months old. It seems to be around 1 and 1/2 foot long or so.

Snakenoob · 01-21-17, 09:31 AM

Also, here is a pic if this helps.

MartinD · 01-21-17, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim Smith

Typically, most people wait about seven days before attempting to feed a snake when it arrives. Your snake will know when it has eaten enough. It would be helpful if you told us about more about your new snake. How old is it? How large is it? from that information, there are people who can help you ensure that you are providing the proper husbandry for your snake including frequency and amount to feed.

I always wait 7 days for feeding and handling, unless I have to handle for any reason

Snakenoob · 01-21-17, 11:25 AM

Ok. Sounds good. Thanks for all the replies and advice. I'll make sure to leave the little fella alone for the next week to let it get all settled in. Don't want to cause any additional stress. The pet store had no clue what color morph it may be. From what I've looked up on a few websites it seems to be a Ghost corn?

MartinD · 01-21-17, 12:04 PM

He's a beautiful snake

Snakenoob · 01-21-17, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MartinD

He's a beautiful snake

Thanks!

TRD · 01-21-17, 09:58 AM

2-3 Pinkies should be fine for now. Pinkies don't contain much nutrients and are mostly water (>80%, compared to adult mice which is 65%). Just try again in a week, your corn also has to get used to his new home.

**Andy_G** · 01-21-17, 05:39 PM

I'd get that little one on fuzzies. They are much more nutritious and if it's eating 2 or 3 pinkies at a time it's more than ready to be bumped up.

Snakenoob · 01-21-17, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy_G

I'd get that little one on fuzzies. They are much more nutritious and if it's eating 2 or 3 pinkies at a time it's more than ready to be bumped up.

OK I'll give that a try once I have fed all the pinkies I bought. I bought a month's worth. Thanks for the suggestion.

**EL Ziggy** · 01-21-17, 06:23 PM

I agree with Andy. Time for fuzzys.

sattva · 01-21-17, 07:05 PM

You were a member of the forums for several years before getting a snake! Wow you showed great restraints... I haven't been a member for a year yet and I have five now... I have no will power...

Snakenoob · 01-21-17, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by sattva

You were a member of the forums for several years before getting a snake! Wow you showed great restraints... I haven't been a member for a year yet and I have five now... I have no will power...

Yeah lol! I've wanted a snake for years, but couldn't convince the wife. She finally gave in and let me get a corn snake. Even though I've only had it a few days, I can tell I'm going to love having snakes. I think I've convinced her to let me get 2 more eventually. I'm looking into building a rack system for 3 tubs since I'm limited for space in my office. I think a king snake will be next and then maybe a milk snake.

sattva · 01-22-17, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Snakenoob

Yeah lol! I've wanted a snake for years, but couldn't convince the wife. She finally gave in and let me get a corn snake. Even though I've only had it a few days, I can tell I'm going to love having snakes. I think I've convinced her to let me get 2 more eventually. I'm looking into building a rack system for 3 tubs since I'm limited for space in my office. I think a king snake will be next and then maybe a milk snake.

This is how it starts... First it's one, and then two... and before you know it you're hooked... You are always looking for that next snake to feed your addiction... My wife said no more snakes, two snakes ago... Ya right! haha...