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adamanteus · 10-06-2007, 04:13 PM

Hi Sasha. It sounds as though you're already doing all the right things. If there is definitely some food or other object lodged in there, as you say obviously it has to come out. Maybe continued soaking and gentle manipulation of the blockage (you might be able to alter it's shape and make it easier to pass) will do the trick. If you're considering euthanasia anyway, it must be worth trying more drastic measures to remove that blockage first....you might just save a life. Good luck, keep us updated. Could you post a close up photo?

10-06-2007, 04:13 PM	#12 (permalink)
adamanteus Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cheshire. (Near Manchester). Posts: 9,046	Re: HELP: rescued snake w/object stuck in vent- what to do? Hi Sasha. It sounds as though you're already doing all the right things. If there is definitely some food or other object lodged in there, as you say obviously it has to come out. Maybe continued soaking and gentle manipulation of the blockage (you might be able to alter it's shape and make it easier to pass) will do the trick. If you're considering euthanasia anyway, it must be worth trying more drastic measures to remove that blockage first....you might just save a life. Good luck, keep us updated. Could you post a close up photo? __________________ James.