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Originally Posted by DollysMom
I'm sorry I couldn't help, and I'm glad Tavia could. Her explanation of why they refuse food during mating season(s) is exactly what I have believed. It all makes perfect sense.
One thing I hope is that in explaining what has worked for me, you found no criticism of your feeding tactics, most of which I didn't know. No criticism was intended, that's for sure. Still I fear I may have stepped in it so I'm definitely sorry for adding to your stress in any way.
Since Clyde is on the path Eve followed, I may soon get my turn with longer fasts. Even one refusal bothered me and stressed me out, though viewed logically it is no big deal. I can imagine, extrapolated from my brief experience, how stressful it feels when they stop eating for longer periods. I hope Eve starts eating again soon.
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No, no! I'm sorry! I didn't mean at all for you to feel that way! Honestly, any thoughts or feedback is really, really appreciated. <3
I gave my long-winded reply only to give you more information to work with, so that you could apply your knowledge and experiences as effectively as possible. I've read everything I can get my hands on, and I know you have too, so your knowledge is super valued as well!
I have no doubt that even if you've never experienced a snake fast, you've probably read and heard things I haven't, so you definitely have worthy information to add. The only reason I originally directed my question to Tavia and Daddio was because they have specifically had house snakes go on long fasts, but I never intended for that to mean that others couldn't chime in with their thoughts.
Please never feel like you can't add anything you like to any of my threads, I love reading your replies, they always bring a smile knowing how much you care about your snakes and your fellow keepers. On the other hand, I had just finished a big rant on facebook about other issues, so I was all fired up this morning, and may have sounded sharp in my reply to you, which was not my intention, and I sincerely apologize if I made you feel like I didn't appreciate your reply.