{"id":709,"date":"2026-10-29T11:55:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T11:55:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/?p=709"},"modified":"2026-10-29T11:56:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T11:56:43","slug":"winter-feeding-for-reptiles-why-appetites-drop-and-what-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/news\/archives\/2026\/10\/winter-feeding-for-reptiles-why-appetites-drop-and-what-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter feeding for reptiles: why appetites drop and what to do\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is your snake or lizard eating less now the days are getting shorter? That\u2019s normal for many reptiles in winter, and usually nothing to worry about as long as their weight stays steady. A few simple checks, the right size meal and a well-stocked freezer will see you through to spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do reptiles eat less in winter?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reptiles eat less in winter because cooler temperatures and shorter days slow down their digestion and their appetite. They rely on their surroundings to stay warm, so even a small drop in temperature makes a difference. That\u2019s true in a heated enclosure too: when the room is colder, your heating has to work harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Natural seasonal rhythms play a part as well. Some species, such as royal pythons, are well known for fasting through part of the winter. Lizards and other insect-eating reptiles often slow down too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should you check if your reptile is eating less?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with temperature, lighting and weight. Together they tell you most of what you need to know.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Temperatures.<\/strong> Check both the warm end and the cool end of the enclosure with a reliable thermometer. A faulty thermostat is a common cause of a sudden drop in appetite.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lighting.<\/strong> Keep the day and night cycle the same every day. Check that all bulbs are still working.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Weight.<\/strong> Weigh your reptile regularly. Eating less while weight stays steady is usually nothing to worry about.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meal size.<\/strong> Offer smaller meals or leave longer between feeds. That way, less food gets refused or wasted.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Noticing weight loss, lethargy or other signs of illness? Then book an appointment with your reptile vet and take your weight records with you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feeding insect-eating reptiles in winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Frozen insects make feeding easier when appetites are small. With a bag of frozen crickets in the freezer, you thaw only what you need. No live insects escaping, and nothing going to waste.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When your reptile eats less, every meal counts. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/index.php?route=product\/product&amp;search=DK%20Multi-Vit%20&amp;product_id=1268\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DK Multi-Vit<\/a> is a vitamin and mineral supplement you dust onto insects and fruit, so each smaller meal still contains a range of vitamins and minerals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not sure which supplement suits your lizard? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/index.php?route=information\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact our team for advice<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why feed whole prey to your snake?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whole prey is the closest thing to what snakes and many other carnivorous reptiles eat in the wild. One mouse gives your snake muscle meat, organs and bone in one go. That means protein, fat and minerals in a natural balance. Our small mice, for example, contain around 16% protein and 6.7% fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Frozen prey is practical too. Live mice can bite and injure your snake, which isn\u2019t a risk with frozen mice. Frozen prey keeps in the freezer until you need it, and we deliver it frozen to your door, so there are no last-minute trips out in bad weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whole prey isn\u2019t only for reptiles, either. Frozen mice and day old chicks are a staple for birds of prey and other carnivores too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What size mouse does my snake need?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a mouse that\u2019s no wider than the widest part of your snake\u2019s body. Between two sizes? Then go for the smaller one. A meal that\u2019s too big is hard to swallow and digest, especially in winter when digestion slows down.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Size<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Weight<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Typically suits<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/61-mice?product_id=1042\">Mouse Pinks<\/a>\u00a0<\/td><td><strong>25- 100 g or 1kg<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Hatchlings and very young reptiles&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/61-mice?product_id=1045\">Mouse Fuzzies<\/a>\u00a0<\/td><td><strong>25g<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Small corn snakes, growing juvenile geckos and hatchlings.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/61-mice?product_id=1047\">Small Mouse<\/a>\u00a0<\/td><td>6\u201315 g&nbsp;<\/td><td>Growing juveniles and smaller adults&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/61-mice?product_id=1050\">Regular Mouse<\/a>\u00a0<\/td><td>15\u201322 g&nbsp;<\/td><td>Larger juveniles and medium adults&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/61-mice?product_id=1052\">Large Mouse<\/a>\u00a0<\/td><td>22\u201330 g&nbsp;<\/td><td>Bigger adults&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/61-mice?product_id=1054\">Jumbo Mouse<\/a>\u00a0<\/td><td>30 g+&nbsp;<\/td><td>Large adults&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Small mice: this month\u2019s offer\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small mice are the natural next step once your snake has outgrown pinkies. They\u2019re also a good everyday size for many smaller adults. Until [END DATE], a pack of 10 small mice costs \u00a35.89 instead of the usual \u00a38.09, so it\u2019s a good month to fill the freezer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Has your snake outgrown jumbo mice? Then frozen rats are the next step up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still not sure which size to choose? Then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/index.php?route=information\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">give us a call<\/a> on 01284 810779.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you defrost frozen mice?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Defrost frozen mice slowly in the fridge, then warm them gently just before feeding. Here\u2019s how:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thaw in the fridge. Put the mouse in a sealed bag in the fridge, ideally overnight. Never thaw frozen prey in the microwave. It heats unevenly.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Warm it gently. Once it\u2019s fully thawed, put the sealed bag in warm water until the mouse feels warm to the touch, not hot. Many snakes show more interest in warm prey.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the middle. Still cold or firm? Then give it longer.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feed with tongs. This keeps your fingers out of the way and helps your snake focus on the meal.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never refreeze. Take away anything uneaten after a few hours and throw it away. Refreezing raises the risk of bacteria building up.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Always wash your hands and equipment after handling frozen prey.<\/strong> Store it separately from your own food in the freezer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your winter-feeding questions answered<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long do frozen mice last in the freezer?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sealed and kept at -18\u00b0C or below, frozen mice keep well for months. Check the packaging for the best-before date.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How often should I feed my snake?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It depends on your snake\u2019s species, age and size. Young, growing snakes usually eat more often than adults, and many snakes eat less often in winter. Unsure about your snake? Then ask your vet or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/index.php?route=information\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get in touch with our team<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should I feed herbivorous reptiles in winter?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep feeding a balanced, high-fibre diet, just as you do the rest of the year. Mazuri Herbivorous Reptile Diet is made for herbivorous and omnivorous reptiles, and it stores easily through the colder months. You\u2019ll find more options in our reptile diets range.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much frozen reptile food should you keep in for winter?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep a few weeks\u2019 supply in the freezer. Cold weather and the busy festive period can both affect deliveries, and a well-stocked freezer means you always have the right food to hand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small mice are on offer until 30\/11\/2026, so now\u2019s a good time to stock up. Not sure what to order for your reptile? Then call us on 01284 810779 or send an email to <a href=\"mailto:info@kbanimalfoods.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">info@kbanimalfoods.co.uk<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Browse our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbanimalfoods.co.uk\/category\/frozen-reptile-food\">frozen reptile food\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your snake or lizard eating less now the days are getting shorter? That\u2019s normal for many reptiles in winter, and usually nothing to worry about as long as their weight stays steady. 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