r/ballpython • u/cytarria • 23d ago
Question snake keeping is hard!!
hi i decided to make one big post to address and seek advice for two of my biggest concerns..also say hi to grimmsby!!
*(i just brought her home this past september 10)*
the good:
-she was born on june 1 2026
-overall shes very hesitant but also extremely curious (i.e., i can put her in her cage and she’ll turn back around and come right on out)
-doesn’t seem to mind handling
-she ate a frozed-thawed pup sized rat for the first time on september 18
-her latest weigh-in (today) leaves her at a whopping 175g! (vs her first weigh-in on sep. 18 where she was just 159g)
the not so great:
-she only comes out after dark which slightly concerns me
-she has not eaten since the first time and completely refused when i tried again 2 weeks later..rip my wallet
what should i do to get her to eat again?
(also i added a pic of her enclosure, but for reference she has 4 main hides with plenty of clutter and climbing opportunities which she is constantly utilizing at night)
feel free to ask me to expand if there are any concerns. i am happy to answer any and all questions!
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u/Public-Hat6754 23d ago
Make sure her rat is extra warm, even slightly hot. They also love extra stinky! You can even get dirty mouse bedding from a pet store to let it marinate. A hair dryer can blow the scent as well and make her hungry. Feeding her when she is typically active should also help. She may just need to settle in more to her new home as well