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| Serpentine |
Posted - 15/09/2010 : 19:40:16
Hi, I am new to this and have been reading up on caring for a snake. Have seen a lot mentioned about stress but have been unable to find how to tell if your snake is stressed. Could anyone give me some pointers please? |
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| herriotfan |
Posted - 17/09/2010 : 16:43:14
Aww, bless him, he's going into shed. He may or may not want to be fed and/or handled while in shed. Some carry on as normal and others just want to be left alone. Once his eyes clear and his colour looks normal again it will take about two or three days for him to shed. Then you'll be the proud owner of a new looking snake!  |
| Serpentine |
Posted - 17/09/2010 : 16:08:54
Thanks for all the help, have noticed today that Sid's eyes are starting to go blue - probably a lot to do with his hiding out lately. All the same good to know what to look out for as regards stress.
Cheers. |
| gingerpony |
Posted - 16/09/2010 : 08:55:38
quote:
Originally posted by mikerichards
The most common sign of stress is aggression, closely followed by refusing to eat.
and add to that weight loss or failure to thrive (even if eating well)
also laying exposed, out in the open, rather than in a hide but that's covered by 'unusual behaviour' mentioned by HF above |
| mikerichards |
Posted - 16/09/2010 : 08:42:30
The most common sign of stress is aggression, closely followed by refusing to eat. |
| Kehhlyr |
Posted - 16/09/2010 : 00:06:18
Stress can be noticed in many different ways, sometimes it takes experience to see it. But it's something that you'll gradually learn over time when your snake has 'had enough' of being handled etc. |
| Sta~ple |
Posted - 15/09/2010 : 21:09:32
They can also not eat and sometimes be constipated. |
| herriotfan |
Posted - 15/09/2010 : 20:46:41
quote:
Originally posted by Serpentine
Actually herriotfan I just saw your reply to another post I put up in snake health, you've answered my question. Thanks a million.
No problem, glad I helped!
My Sid took ages to settle in.
He still sleeps under his log or flowerpot for most of the day but he's just very laid back and lazy!!
He will happily come out and 'give me a massage' but still wants to go back undercover when I put him away. He explores when the sun goes down, then he's quite a livewire.
They all vary but I certainly wouldn't be concerned about your little one at the moment!  |
| Serpentine |
Posted - 15/09/2010 : 20:40:42
Actually herriotfan I just saw your reply to another post I put up in snake health, you've answered my question. Thanks a million.
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| Serpentine |
Posted - 15/09/2010 : 20:37:45
Thanks Herriotfan,
I have a 3 month old hatchling corn, only have him a week. Had been very active for the first few days, exploring his new viv and looking for exits. For the last couple of days he's stayed firmly in one of his hides. He's not showing any interest in food yet, but I'm not worried about that - I know it could take a month before he'll start eating again. Just curious about the change in behaviour, don't know if I should be worried or not. |
| herriotfan |
Posted - 15/09/2010 : 20:24:35
I'm not an expert but I guess snakes can react in many different ways to stress.
Some will rattle, hiss, strike, bite. Others will hide away and refuse to come out. Some will be hyperactive!
Like any living creature they all have their own characters and personalities so it's not an exact science.
Once you get to know your snake you will be able to spot any changes in his/her normal behaviour which may be an indicator of stress.
Are you worried about your snake at the moment or is it just something you wondered about?
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