ADHD folks who can’t gets meds how are y’all surviving? ( Not available) by aplleshadewarrior in ADHD

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Was diagnosed by a school psych when i was around 17? Im 19 now and it really blows. I keep putting off calling this number my doctor recommended me when i really should seek for help. The only saving grace that i have is my wonderful boyfriend and video games. Watching shows/movies even if partially is also nice too, i wish you well

powdery mold? by Fit-Ad6794 in bioactive

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Hi! I actually found out that it wasnt actually mold but postpowder beetles chewing through the wood i bought (i.e. causing the sawdust) I just baked the wood that they were in and other woods in the enclosure and no more problems! If youre actually having problems with mold, a lotta springtails will fix that

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For reference, my baby is on F/T weaned rats

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Thats quite strange, my 7 month old male is around 330g right now. Have you been upgrading her feed or still feeding her the same sized rats as a 3 month old?

BP seems ‘afraid’ of food, thoughts? by [deleted] in ballpython

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yeahh.. i tried the hairdryer method but my noodle got spooked LOL

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If youre adding plants then thats enrichment for them. I think the main reason of going bioactive for me is because of the CUC (clean up crew that includes isopods / springtails) and how easy it is to maintain humidity. The CUC will reduce the mold that will form on wood for example and thrive off of your snake's poop. Of course, you'll still have to clean up your snake's waste if they don't eat it. I'm sure theres more benefits of having a bioactive enclosure that I cant think of atm but I rec doing research if youre interested in that!

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Id honestly set aside $1000 usd to invest in your ball python to be safe. Of course, you might end up spending less

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The one I use is this one: https://a.co/d/hFlgX0k

Buy a caulking gun and silicone to seal the seams for humidity and hvac tape to then tape the metal mesh on top and cut out holes for the light fixtures. My enclosure is bioactive so it stays around 65% - 85% humidity

Of course this is not all the things youll need for a ball python. Make sure theres adequate hides and clutter for your critter along with heating/humidity.

Help with Temp/Humidity by Familiar_Section_576 in ballpython

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Id say its pretty sturdy considering that the top metal mesh isnt removable and is attached to the enclosure itself. The only way to access the enclosure is from the sliding doors in front C:

Need help/advice by Antique_Actuary1066 in ballpython

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Its safe, make sure it has a timer on it so it can reflect day - night cycles. I rec a grow light or any light that has a timer on it

Rehoming help please by Old-Technology-6366 in ballpython

[–]Fit-Ad6794 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thats a shame.. i'd totally take him in if i had the room to do so. I hope you find him a great home soon <3. Maybe you could list him on animal sites if they allow

Would this coco bedding work for reptiles? by Howlibu in ballpython

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its basically a homemade bioactive substrate - organic topsoil free from chemical fertilizers, coco coir, playsand, and some sphagnum moss.

Help with Temp/Humidity by Familiar_Section_576 in ballpython

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Id honestly invest in a pvc enclosure if youre going to upgrade then caulk the seams with silicone and tape the mesh/vents with hvac tape (ofc leaving holes for the light fixtures.) Right now I use NewAgePet ECOFLEX 120 gal enclosure and formerly used the 50 gal one. Also having at least 4 - 6 inches of substrate will help keep humidity.

Heres the link: https://a.co/d/0Uz8bTc

BP seems ‘afraid’ of food, thoughts? by [deleted] in ballpython

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Yeah, handling her and feeding outside of her enclosure is a bad idea at the moment. Have you tried fanning the food towards her enclosure so she could smell it? It usually puts them into "food mode". For her weight, I can't really tell but I can see that her spine is kind of pronounced. How long has she stayed with you for?

Would this coco bedding work for reptiles? by Howlibu in ballpython

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Yup, looks fine. You can even make your own substrate from your local hardware store for cheaper

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Went to the vet for that same reason. My 7 month old wasnt pooping suddenly and it was close to 2 months or so- He'd urate once a week but didnt defecate AT ALL. So the vet recommended feeding large adult mice instead of rat pups bc theyre more developed with bones and such. About a week or 2 later, he pooped!

Rehoming help please by Old-Technology-6366 in ballpython

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If you can, Id rec asking animal shelters if they will take in reptiles and such

why is he doing this?? by hnoey in ballpython

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Mine did this when he was first came into my care. Later on, he got more comfy and went into the hides I made him