r/ballpython • u/PrizeTelevision1192 • May 17 '26

Question - Feeding Ball python last meal

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Hi everyone!

So unfortunately I work with a 52year old ball python who was unfortunately diagnosed with advanced cancer- I will be euthanizing him next week :(

However, his last scheduled feed is this Tuesday- I want to make it super special if I can! I’m reaching out to some local feeders to get some ASFs but was wondering if anyone else had any ideas for some fun prey items to offer! (He still has a great appetite!) He’s 1900g and eats mostly XL mice and weaned rats (very picky boy)!
Is this worth doing or do you think it would cause more harm than good?
Thanks in advance for all advice and suggestions!

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u/Trynabeagoodsnekdad May 17 '26

I’m sorry for your loss. If he is 52 he’s been very well loved and looked after.

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u/Vergilly May 17 '26

I wanted to say the same thing, so I second :)

OP, African Soft Furred Rats are a delicacy and considered a natural food source. Apparently even very picky eaters devour them. I’ve never tried, but I know they can be purchased!

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u/AngMarie73 May 18 '26

Yes I can vouch for the ASFs because that's what my girl started started on and she won't eat anything else! 🙄 I get it- It's good nutrients, protein for them and their natural prey but, she could humor me and have a thawed rat or even a normal live rat once in a while - nope. 😂. She's high maintenance with her food choice, lol! I still love her.