| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| daveopn67 |
Posted - 25/12/2010 : 21:07:02
how do I gain my new adults corn snake confidence in me handling?
What are the signs of the snake being defensive |
| 6 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| jonoandapril |
Posted - 26/12/2010 : 11:03:13
i found that mine sometimes darts into cover when i try to pick her up. if she does i just leave it a few hours or she just sits on my hand not moving. if she doesnt try to run away then i know shes happy to be handled. however saying that, my wifes snakey ALWAYS darts for cover but is active during handeling? just different personalitys i guess. |
| Zincubus |
Posted - 25/12/2010 : 23:57:22
Hi bud , did you get my email ?? |
| lotabob |
Posted - 25/12/2010 : 21:56:52
Tiffany is right, picking them up is the hard part for the snake (putting them down again is the hardest bit for us). As its all new to him then he probably is just a bit nervous. They are curious/nosey little creatures though, sometimes been there and keeping still is enough of an intrigue to get them to investigate you. How long have you had the snake? |
| Tiffany-x |
Posted - 25/12/2010 : 21:42:39
If he is eating and drinking that usually indicates that he isnt stressed, which is a good thing and means he can be handled. All though have to be is confident, but not too confident as fast movements will obviously make him more scared. Hold him bravely, but be gentle, he is a delicate little creature remember! :) Im not sure which part of handling you are struggling with, but usually once you have them in your hands they relax and are happy, they just arent too keen on being picked up, but if it is during handling then just keep it up, keep trying and only time will prove to him that you are safety! :)
I hope this helps.
Tiffany-x |
| daveopn67 |
Posted - 25/12/2010 : 21:16:34
Thanks,
with what you said it sounds like he is a little nervous, if I give him time will he come to me?
He fed though 3 days ago so at least he ie eating and drinking!!!!
