Ball Python is fasting for 8 months now - Page 2

**EL Ziggy** · 06-10-14, 08:06 AM

Congrats AK. I know it's a BIG relief and a great feeling when a snake finally eats after a long fast even though we know it could, and probably will, happen again

. Best wishes going forward.

A.K. · 06-10-14, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by EL-Ziggy

Congrats AK. I know it's a BIG relief and a great feeling when a snake finally eats after a long fast even though we know it could, and probably will, happen again

. Best wishes going forward.

Thanks! I AM relieved now.

StudentoReptile · 06-10-14, 09:36 AM

My male BP is over 25 yrs old, and he has done the 7-9 month fast a few times. If husbandry is optimal and there is no signifcant weight loss, do not fret.

A.K. · 06-10-14, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by StudentoReptile

My male BP is over 25 yrs old, and he has done the 7-9 month fast a few times. If husbandry is optimal and there is no signifcant weight loss, do not fret.

It is good to know that I'm not alone. I do know that balls can be very picky eaters, but this 9-month stretch was a bit too much for me.

philbyi-guy · 06-13-14, 12:18 PM

My ball python hasn't missed a feed since he was put on a natural setup. He also has a feed response as good as my brother's burm and almost as good as his retic.

A.K. · 06-13-14, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by philbyi-guy

My ball python hasn't missed a feed since he was put on a natural setup. He also has a feed response as good as my brother's burm and almost as good as his retic.

How does that natural setup looks like? How different it is from a regular terrarium?

philbyi-guy · 06-15-14, 12:34 PM

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How does that natural setup looks like? How different it is from a regular terrarium?

Just dirt, dead leaves, lots of cover and lots of hides.

A.K. · 06-16-14, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by philbyi-guy

Just dirt, dead leaves, lots of cover and lots of hides.

I might try that. Thanks!