Resuced Hog island boa and a few questions

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Originally Posted by Minkness

That's why I said small small. It wasn't a typo. Not all sized rats are equal. And at this point rats would be better because of the higher content of fat vs an adult retired breeder mouse (which is what jumbo mice are).

So, same size/weight as a jumbo mouse with a better nutrient load.

Ah didn't see the second small you typed. Honestly, with the weight the snake is throwing, and the fact jumbos are smaller with a slightly higher fat content (not enough to be dangerous), I think jumbos will be the better option.

The snake is definitely underweight. The body tone looks fine, but my 3' girl just weighed in at 302 grams after a massive poop, and my 3.5'-4' girl is 502 grams, so slow and steady for this one.

Smaller meal, so as not to shock their system, and a fat content to help them gain weight. Weaned rats are also a good option, but only if it's not leaving a large bulge. Again, don't want to shock their system.