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Feeding frequency, feeling conflicted

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kyryah

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I am not sure of how frequently I should feed my hatchling Corns.

Some people have told me 1 pinky a week, others, two.

How frequently should they be fed? They are small, but they ate yesterday with no problems.

Thanks,
Kristina
 
Are you planning to breed? There is nothing wrong with the Munson feeding plan, but it is geared towards those people that are interested in breeding their animals.

I am of the opinion, and have also used it for my own snakes that will breed one day, that feeding anywhere from 7 to 14 days is NOT bad for the snake.

If you want to grow them up fast(er), than use the Munson plan or something similar. If you don't have a timeline that they need to become full grown, you can relax a bit. :D

D80
 
No, I do not plan to breed. They are pets only. They have been getting a pinky every Friday (according to the breeder.) They were stretched a little longer this time because I got them on feeding day, and I wanted them to settle in before I messed with them too much...

Thanks for the tips.

Kristina
 
kyryah said:
No, I do not plan to breed. They are pets only.
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There would be nothing wrong with feeding 1 large pinky every 7 to 14 days. Every 10 days would be a very acceptable and happy medium. Bump up to fuzzies when you can't really see a lump from the pinky any longer.

This also kills another bird with the same stone. Some people will adamantly explain how you shouldn't handle them 2-3 days after eating (if for no other reason than to avoid getting pooped on!!). Feeding every 10 days would provide a few extra handleable days. :D

D80
 
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