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 Pooping??

I have had my albino for almost 6 months now. About a month ago I noticed she was not going to the bathroom, So I did some reading and everything I have read said if she acts healthy and it isnt hard by and above her clocoa than I should keep feeding her, She seems to be acting great, she just had a perfect shed day before yesterday, and she has eaten 4 times, since she has gone poo.
I am staring to get worried. I have soaked her several times, over and over, and I have taken her out and let her move around the floor for long periods of time. Because someone said that could help.
I guess my question is, Does this happen sometimes, is there a reason for this? Should I feed her again if she still has not gone? should I take her to a Vet?
She is about 3 1/2 feet long
This is my first Burmese.
01/13/08  07:41pm

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   Message To: Thomasjohn07   In reference to Message Id: 1577533


 Pooping??

Temperature directly effects their digestion/metabolism. MAke sure your temps are in the acceptable levels, humidity as well. They also sense the temp changes this time of year and naturally slow down a bit.

Size of meals and frequency can also effect frequency. if the meals aren’t all that large, they can go a while in between movements.

Just as long as they don’t appear impacted(backed up). Just keep an eye on it, and watch for any changes in actions.



01/13/08  08:22pm

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   Message To: Bebos-burms   In reference to Message Id: 1577620


 Pooping??

Well thank you for the information. The temp in the there is at around 80-85 during the day and drops to about 70-75 at night. I keep the humidity at around 65-75 when not in shed. Her meals are plenty big enough, she is eating small rats once a week, they are a good size for her.
Thanks again I will keep an eye on her and look for any changes.
01/14/08  08:22pm

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   Message To: Thomasjohn07   In reference to Message Id: 1578960


 Pooping??

70-75 is too cold. Shoot for at least 78-80 at the coolest if possible. That could very well be part of the issue here.



01/14/08  08:25pm

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   Message To: Bebos-burms   In reference to Message Id: 1578970


 Pooping??

OK well I thought at night those temps were good, hmm oh well, Thanks I will raise the temp at night then. Are my daytime temps good or should it be a bit warmer then also. I guess while I am at it, how is the humidity? are those numbers good. She does shed perfectly, it all comes off in one perfect piece, so I assume I am keeping the humidity right where it should be. Ok thanks again for the great advice, I learn something new about this everyday. I will raise the temp, hopefully it works, lets keep our fingers crossed.
Thanks again
Thomas
01/14/08  11:22pm

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   Message To: Thomasjohn07   In reference to Message Id: 1579250


 Pooping??

I like an 88-90 degree hotside(24 hrs), and my cool side typically doesn’t drop below 82 degrees, unless during breeding season. Good deal on the humidity!

You just want to try and shoot for consistent temps for day and night each day/’night. Fluctuation from day to night is good. Just shoot for the same temps each night if possible.



01/15/08  12:38am

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   Message To: Bebos-burms   In reference to Message Id: 1579311


 Pooping??

OK well I have regulated the temp in Her enclosure a lot better. Still there was no luck. So I prepared a soaking tub for her, and within ten minutes of her being in the water she finally went to the bathroom. It was an amazing amount of waste. Well just to update you. Thanks for all the advice I am learning something new about this everyday.
Thomas
01/28/08  07:14pm


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