Rescue....Manasa (Somewhat graphic pics)
On occasion, I take in reptiles as rescues. Today, I picked up a female ball python.
As described by the previous owner, "Monkeywrench" was her son's snake. She was kept in a 100 gallon tank with wood chips and a water bowl - no hides. Her young son lost interest in the snake and began to neglect her. The mother, who loves animals but is terrified of snakes, continued to buy "Monkeywrench" live rats and throw them in with her unsupervised.
The snake went off of food and it looks like a rat got a hold of her pretty good.She also sounds like she has a respiratory infection.
The stuck shed on her head was removed but there are still thick scabs on her nose (I left those alone). The left eye appears to be shriveled up.
When I get paid this week I will be taking her to the vet for a check up.
Luckily, she has great body weight. She's also very tolerant and gentle despite all my poking and prodding.
I have renamed her Manasa. New life, new name.
Shed removed, scabs remain:
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