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Originally Posted by Buzzard
How about cooling them down? I know this sounds weird but a few friends have been burmating there non-feeders(milksnakes only so far) for about 3-4 weeks (after trying everything) so far its worked in only a few(but may be worth a try) And you would have to have access to a cooler that you could regulate...Sometimes the little critters just dont make it. Good luck, fingers crossed for ya.
Can't remember who mentioned or what supplement they got injected by a vet to stimulate an appetite but perhaps a google search in that direction might pop something up.
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This is a really good idea. I actually brumated some problem feeders & had a pretty good success rate with them coming out of brumation eating. Granted, mine had eaten a few meals, off & on, so a mini cooling would probably be best.
B-12 injections, I think might be what you're referring to. I have heard of vets giving them to snakes with success.
Another appetite stimulant that you could try is NutriBAC. Put it in their water. You will have to change the water daily, so maybe offer smaller water bowls/containers.
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Originally Posted by bitsy
Another odd tip is to pack them into escape-proof tubs, and drive them around for a while. For some reason, this sometimes stimulates them to take food.
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I have heard of this being successful as well. Some people have put them in the little deli containers they ship in & set it on the washer or dryer & the motion can be similar to drivign them around to stimulate them eating.
Good luck, I know it can be frustrating.
I took in some non feeders/problem feeders last year, & I don't think I will do it this year.