When will he eat again?

[KCS2005]

Hello. I am new to the site and have a question. In September, we drove down to New Orleans and helped rescue animals that were victimized by Hurricane Katrina. One of them, was a ghost cornsnake that we ended up keeping. We did a lot of research since we wanted to give him a good life. Everything has gone well for the guy but now he is acting goofy. I am thankful to this site for I have realized that the reason he is all over the place and not eating is due to breeding season. What a relief! But when will he eat again? We have tried to feed him 2 mice so far and don't want to waste anymore. He has not eaten in 3 weeks. Any thoughts on when to try to feed him again?

[Lennycorn]

First of all, thank you for your efforts in rescuing animals that were victimized by Hurricane Katrina. Your're just some of the special people out there.
Now to the question, from what I've read, it seems that is up to the snake. Some have stated it could last up to two or so months. I would still try to feed every seven or ten day. If your snake was healthy and of good weight there shouldn't be a problems cause they can go without food for a while. If you are feeding f/t mice can you just refreeze them? Just thought. Do you happen to know the lenght and weight of the snake.?
I see that this is your first post so I'll give you a few links that might be usefull.
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28341
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28342
http://www.serpwidgets.com/Apps/apps.html
http://www.herpvetconnection.com/
http://www.moreptiles.com/cornsnake-lifecycle.htm
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19168

I hope this help a little.
Good Luck and post a picture with a name of the snake. OK. :cheers:

[jenkva]

Hi KCS2005,

Welcome to the Forum!

Congratulation for being such a good Saint Maritain!

I would like to add a couple more links that could come handy ( you beat me to it for the other ones Lennycorn ;) ):
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/sh...?p=133428#post6
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17308

Here are also some websites which was recommended to me and some that I have myself found interesting and with good advice:
http://www.cornutopia.com/Corn%20Ut...0cornsnakes.htm
http://www.themousefactory.com/rates/rates.html
http://www.moreptiles.com/cornsnake-lifecycle.htm

Also, here are some discussions about cohabitation should you get another snake so that you can make your mind up but be prepared as the last one is very graphic:
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23636
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23436
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26675
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18061
http://www.cornsnakes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31192

I would also recommend these books, these are the ones that I heard the most recommended which I also own:
- "Corn Snakes : The Comprehensive Owner's Guide" by Kathy Love
- "The Art of Keeping Snakes" by Philippe De Vosjoli

Again, welcome!

[MegF.]

Mine went 3 months. Congrats on your rescue.