It's been a tough Fall and Winter here on the Ranch. My group of old/aged snakes has been dieing off. It all started last Fall with the death of Spot. Then Scar and JW died. Now, my orange phase radix female Charlotte is dieing. My Vet. conjures that it is likely just old age. She has stopped eating and is losing weight rapidly. She is also blind, now.
She looks gaunt and is taking on that triangular shaped body and skinny neck. I've seen this in all my other old snakes that have passed.
I'm now on the watch for any suffering as she will have to be euthanized. This snake belongs to my youngest daughter Hailee. It will be hard enough on me but this is her first snake. Hailee found her right outside the front door. Charlotte has been a great breeder and has been a total pleasure to have in the family. She was the perfect snake for Hailee to start out with.
It's very hard to see these old friend leave but I know it's just part of the journey for my children and I.
The only plus side is the fact I have many young adult snakes waiting to step up to the plate. I'm looking forward to watching my girls mature and become breeders. These males and females have been with me from birth and I can't wait to see the generations to come.