Can you feed a snake two days in a row?

Re: Is it ok to feed two days in a row You should wait at least 4 days in-between feeding. You should feed your BP a rodent that is about the same width as the fattest part of the snake.

How long should I leave my snake after feeding?

Most snake owners suggest waiting at least a day after feeding to handle a snake, and most owners prefer two to three days.

How long does it take a snake to digest another snake?

But it generally takes 3–5 days for food to be digested. Very large snakes such as the anaconda from South America eat rather large prey, so their digestion can take weeks. Poisonous or venomous snakes inject poison or venom into their prey. This starts the digestive process even before the snake swallows that food.

Can my snake eat 2 mice in one day?

if they want to eat two they will. it won’t hurt your snake as long as you are not over doing it and they look like they swallowed a football every day every week. some bp’s grow fast and some don’t as long as your’s is eating weekly, no problems. you can’t have just one!

What happens if you feed a snake too often?

Yes, they can over-eat and become obese just like us. They can get full and then decide not to eat for a few weeks, months, etc. and throw off their feeding schedule. Sometimes if you overfeed them, or offer a prey item that is too large they will regurgitate it.

Can I feed my snake twice in one day?

You could feed two hoppers in one day until you use up the “extras” and just move up to rat pups or adult mice once you have run through them.

How long should I wait to handle ball python after feeding?

It’s best to handle your ball python somewhere around 1-3 times weekly. Always remember, however, you need to wait to handle it at least 48-72 hours after it eats to allow for proper digestion and reduce the risk of regurgitation.

How long should I wait to feed my snake after regurgitation?

To avoid regurgitation, snakes should not be handled for 48 hours after a meal. After any kind of transport, your snake should not be fed for at least seven days to allow rest and reorientation. Water should also be provided during this time.

Why does my snake hide after eating?

It’s normal for snakes to stay in their hide, especially their hot hide as heat helps digestion, for a few days to a week after feeding. Depending on personality and preferences they may even only rarely come out to switch hides or stretch out and get water.