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Snakes are fussy eaters. The fact that it doesn't want to eat isn't really a cause for alarm in and of itself. If your snakes weight is still looking good and (s)he doesn't seem to be getting thinner, then there's no cause for alarm. You can try to get your baby python to eat using any of the tricks discussed in this thread: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_some_tips_for_getting_a_stubborn_ball_python_to_eat Split-braining pinkies is also a good way to get young snakes to eat. This process involves cutting the top of the pinky's head open so that the brain is exposed. FOR GOD'S SAKE, ONLY DO THIS WITH A DEAD PINKY. Force feeding should only be an absolute last resort. Take your snake to a vet to have this done, as it can seriously injure the snake if you don't know what you're doing. Do not ever feed live food to a baby snake. This is a method discussed in the thread I linked, but it's not really an option with a baby snake.

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16y ago

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