A little advice

[Andy]

Hi
As some are aware, I got my first two Albino Checkered's two days ago. When they came to me they were together in a cricket tub.
I have read that Garters can be housed together, but was a bit concerned over possible problems at feeding times as they are so small, so I now have them in separate tubs.

The other reason for separating is that they are siblings and as of yet unsexed.

Is keeping them separate the best way?

One has already eaten for me, but the other hasn't.

Thanks

[mb90078]

Some prefer separate housing, but it's probably not 100% necessary. You can always use a second container for feeding time.

[Andy]

Some prefer separate housing, but it's probably not 100% necessary. You can always use a second container for feeding time.

Ok thanks. I think I'll make sure both are eating well and I think it'll be easier in separate tubs so there's less moving around:)

[Tyrel26]

I house all my babies together (15 atm) but I take them out to feed and each is fed individually. I feed my snakes by hand (tiny piece of food between finger and thumb) and though it can be a little time consuming at times I find it helps to get the babies familiar with me from an early age.

Remember, before putting them back into their enclosure make sure they aren't covered in food juices.

I have put 2 identical hides in their enclosure yet all snakes use the same hide, so it seems they prefer each others company.

Hope this helps!

[Andy]

Thanks Tyrel:)

The smallest one of the two is a bit reluctant to feed at present, so will want to put them together once I know he/she is feeding well:)

[guidofatherof5]

Sometimes feeding together(monitored feeding) is a good thing. Having an eater and non-eater together sometimes triggers an eating response in the non-eater.
Feeding competition is a natural part of their lives.
Do you have access to any guppies?

[Andy]

Sometimes feeding together(monitored feeding) is a good thing. Having an eater and non-eater together sometimes triggers an eating response in the non-eater.
Feeding competition is a natural part of their lives.
Do you have access to any guppies?

Hi
That's a good idea. Its only been 2 days since I got them so I expect the one is still settling in.

Haven't got any guppies, but will ask on my fish forum:)

[guidofatherof5]

I believe you can also use young Mollies(Poecilia sphenops)

[ConcinusMan]

I think it's best to lay off the salmon unless it's wild alaskan. A little of the other won't hurt but don't make a habit of it.

[Andy]

I think it's best to lay off the salmon unless it's wild alaskan. A little of the other won't hurt but don't make a habit of it.

Hi.
Yep its Alaskan, just checked the pack:) Will be trying earthworms on the next feed. Also thinking about cutting it some pinky tails and legs to mix in.

[ConcinusMan]

Yeah, I don't think you're going to have any trouble getting them on pinkies. Occasional meals of earthworms and fish are OK but with a staple (main diet) of pinkies you really can't go wrong as long as you have access to a constant good supply.

Mixing their favorite fish with ever increasing amounts of worms and pinkies, then eventually phasing out the fish is exactly how to do it. You have the right idea.

[Andy]

Yeah, I don't think you're going to have any trouble getting them on pinkies. Occasional meals of earthworms and fish are OK but with a staple (main diet) of pinkies you really can't go wrong as long as you have access to a constant good supply.


That's not a problem. I'm the manager of a reptile department:D