My boa isnt pooping

[skate47e]

My boa is acting very strange... he usually poops 1 week after his feeding...now he has gone over 3 weeks without pooping...and it looks like his tail is getting fat..and it looks like it is backing up...any thing will help me with this one....thanks

[Brandon28]

3 drops of mineral oil orally for 3 days. Also, very warm(but not hot), 20- minute soaks work just about every time. If it comes down to it, you can gently but firmly press his belly towards the vent and squeeze it out. I recommend that as a last resort, though. Massage around the vent area to break up any particles. If none of this helps, take a trip to the vet!

[charmoore]

I use leukwarm water, too warm of water is supposed to be bad for their neuro system. Mine only goes about once every three weeks so I wouldn't worry yet. If it's warm where you're from and you have the ability too, let the critter explore outside. Mine usually always does their business outside in the grass.

[Miket20]

i wouldn't start panicking yet i've had snakes on occassions wait 6 weeks, i would make sure your boa gets some exercise to help get things moving and as charmoore said a soak in luke warm water usually does the trick. don't intervene yet just soak daily and nature should take its course.

[wreckwriter]

Don't do ANYTHING yet. Boas generally go approx monthly. If you're really worried you can try the water soak but be sure its not too warm.