Reptiles stop eating for several reasons. When they have of low body temperature or are sick the reptile has the urge to camp or sit under the light. Whatever the reason is, it is an area for concern, and you need to call your reptile veterinarian.
When your reptile has their body temperature drop they are unable to eat. The cold paralyzes your reptile and they are unable to move. So through paralyzation and not eating, parasites and bacteria take over and cause mass infection that can kill your reptile.
Infections in your reptile’s eyes can also cause your reptile not to eat. This infection causes the reptile to be scared or skittish. It will be on guard until the eyes are cleared.
When the reptile has any infection whether it is internal or external, they may be too weak to eat. If this is the case formula force-feeding is necessary force some reptiles. You will need to call your vet to find the best solution for you and your reptile.
The formula consists of pureed chicken baby food, pedialyte or sports drink, cod liver oil, and calcium powder. The vet will place stomach tube in the reptile and that is where you would have to feed it with a syringe. All items can be bough at a pet store, unless your reptile veterinarian gives you something else to give your reptile.
Remember not to diagnose the problem of your reptile yourself. Check the heating system in your reptile’s cage to make sure it is between 80 degrees and 88 degrees Fahrenheit. If it is not, make sure to set it properly. When your snake warms up, it will start moving around again and begin to eat. Although if this doesn’t work, it could be very sick. Infection may have set in from any bacteria and if this is the case, you need to bring your reptile into your reptile veterinarian for proper care and medical treatment.
When your reptile stops eating, it is not anything to mess around with. These animals are dependent on your care. You need to consistently watch them for proper temperature, wounds, infections or illness in your reptiles. When they are sick they will stop eating and this is a big problem for their care. To prevent this, do all you can to keep them healthy and warm. If you see irregular changes in your reptile call your reptile veterinarian immediately for proper care.
