Reptile_lover83
Active Member
Hey guys
Apologies for seeming a little clueless but I'm not a vet and just thought I'd ask for any similar stories before I contact my vet.
My 2yr old Murray darling carpet python seems to be making a huffing/hissing sound as he exhales but only whilst he's constricting in a fashion (whether it be prey or if he's just chilling out around my arm or neck just holding on).
My mates 3yr old diamond python does the same thing and we initially thought he was hissing but he's in no way angry or defensive.
Both snakes seem otherwise very healthy - they're great eaters, shedders, lovely to handle and are very well cared for.
Could this be a respiratory issue and I should see a vet or is this something normal and I should leave it be?
Your help is appreciated
Apologies for seeming a little clueless but I'm not a vet and just thought I'd ask for any similar stories before I contact my vet.
My 2yr old Murray darling carpet python seems to be making a huffing/hissing sound as he exhales but only whilst he's constricting in a fashion (whether it be prey or if he's just chilling out around my arm or neck just holding on).
My mates 3yr old diamond python does the same thing and we initially thought he was hissing but he's in no way angry or defensive.
Both snakes seem otherwise very healthy - they're great eaters, shedders, lovely to handle and are very well cared for.
Could this be a respiratory issue and I should see a vet or is this something normal and I should leave it be?
Your help is appreciated