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Old 06-25-2007, 10:20 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Re: appetite stimulants

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does anyone know how electrolytes function as appetite stimulants?
I always thought this was something primarily given for dehydration.
I think that they are given primarily for dehydration... But I'm guessing if the snake is well hydrated it would be more apt to feed.
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Old 06-25-2007, 10:35 AM   #12 (permalink)
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Re: appetite stimulants

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I think that they are given primarily for dehydration... But I'm guessing if the snake is well hydrated it would be more apt to feed.
Also, they reduce stress which would make it even more apt to feed.
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