Resuced Hog island boa and a few questions - Page 6

bigsnakegirl785 · 08-19-16, 12:19 PM

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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.

**Minkness** · 08-19-16, 12:22 PM

Well, I am not speaking as a boa expert, just my own limited experience and the knowledge I have picked up talking to breeders and other owners.

At this point it is up to the OP/owner what he chooses to feed now that he has some facts and varied opinions to consider.

acidonangles · 08-19-16, 04:11 PM

Again thank you everyone for all of your thoughts. opinions, and suggestions. I feel safer feeding smaller prey until I know how big he can actually go. Also one last question for the time being. You guys have any clue what type of snake he is? A Hypo for sure but I'm not sure how to word this, my bad, but what type of boa? If that makes any sense.

**Tsubaki** · 08-19-16, 04:17 PM

Hypo boa constrictor, nothing more nothing less.

Unless you know exactly it's entire lineage, you can never know more.

**Andy_G** · 08-19-16, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Minkness

Well, I am not speaking as a boa expert...

Biting my tongue so hard right now...

I agree with you though buddy. I would do a weanling or small rat over a jumbo mouse too.

Lots of info for the OP to consider. Definitely a hypo.

**Minkness** · 08-19-16, 07:05 PM

Well Andy, don't bite it off XD

acidonangles · 08-19-16, 08:49 PM

Alright guys I bought a new scale and it says he 435 grams. Seems much better

**Minkness** · 08-19-16, 09:00 PM

Definitely better!

I was pretty worried there for a bit.

He should definitely be in weaners or small smalls once a week.

It's up to you of course. Good luck though! =)

bigsnakegirl785 · 08-19-16, 11:15 PM

Yeah definitely sounds loaaaads better. In which case I'd err on the side of weaned rats rather than smalls, but that's just me. My 500 gram girl is still on weaned rats, but your boa should be able to physically handle it, I just personally like smaller meals.

Joshchimera · 08-22-16, 06:41 PM

Congrats on the new addition! Sounds like you are taking care of him well!

acidonangles · 08-22-16, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Joshchimera

Congrats on the new addition! Sounds like you are taking care of him well!

I'm trying that's for sure! I've had some mishaps with my hog nose but I'm glad to say he's doing amazing.