Tiamat Has Begun to Lose Weight...

[Haligren]

She went from 56g to 54g in the passed two weeks. Which I know isn't really that bad. She still looks healthy, is active, and still has her calcium pockets.

Today I felt so bad though. I tried to force feed her. She did bite the worm several times but didn't continue eating it. I'm surprised she still trusts me enough to let me pick her up. She was squirming and gurgling so bad....

I have some slurry left over from before, and it seemed to have helped give her appetite back. But, I was told you shouldn't really try giving it to her until she's losing weight. How long does the slurry stay good for if it's been frozen all this time? And when should I really consider giving it to her? Should I try the Jump Start?

I'd really appreciate some advice...

 

[thestack510]

I wouldn't be alarmed just yet. I think the slurry will be fine until you thaw it, then use what you need and toss the remaining thawed portion. I assume you froze it in ice cubes, right? I hope the best for you and Tiamat. Have you been feeding mostly meallies? Maybe try some crickets, mine seem to be inspired by the movement. Some waxies here and there can help put some fat back on her, just don't let her get hooked on them. Have you ever tried pinky mice? It doesn't sound like a problem to me yet, but I recognize your concern for your little one. I've never tried jump start myself so I can't assess that product. I've heard good things about it though.

 

[Haligren]

Heyo, Ken,

Yeah. The slurry is frozen in ice cubes. And I've been trying to feed her supers (which she usually loves) and crickets. She normally doesn't really like crickets, but I thought perhaps she was growing tired of the supers. She has been known to snack on mealies so I think I will try them next. Mandarin however seems to be really appreciating the variety. I've been giving her crickets and supers. She's getting fat. lol

Tiamat has never really been interested in waxworms. I think she ate one but wasn't impressed. And I don't know about pinkies. That seems a bit much to me.

I think I'll try the mealies and waxies before trying the slurry or Jump Start. Thank you for the concern and advice. I really appreciate it.

 

[thestack510]

You're very welcome.