| Author |
 Topic  |
|
boost-boy74
Egg
58 Posts |
 Posted - 21/06/2010 : 13:04:35
|
hi all,
getting my first ever snake / corn on wednesday this week
feeling a bit nervous now but also excited lol, im nervous about him escaping when handling - tell me im just being stupid......
cheers simon |
Location: Weeting, Norfolk |
|
|
Big Stew
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
35 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 13:13:12
|
Squote:
Originally posted by boost-boy74
, im nervous about him escaping when handling - tell me im just being stupid......,
cheers simon
Your just being stupid,  no I think we are all worried about that at the start, I've had 2 now for 2 months nearly and not had any near misses. Relax and enjoy. Stew |
Edited by - Big Stew on 21/06/2010 13:14:50 |
 |
|
|
herriotfan
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5853 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 13:24:05
|
Yup, your just being stupid! Really pleased that you're joining the world of snake owners. They're great pets, you're going to love it. We've all had that worry about our snakes escaping, it's normal. Dont worry things will be ok. Look forward to seeing photos asap!
|
Husband....Very Understanding!!! (Phil)
Son & Daughter (Kevin & Carol)
Granddaughter (Eva)
3.4.0 Cornsnakes Amel (Sidney) Caramel Stripe (Sultan) Amber (Cleo) Carolina (Phoebe) Anery Motley Stripe (Penny) Snow (Lily) Caramel (Holmes)
1.2.0 Royal Pythons(Peeps, Pandora & Pepsi)
1.0.0 Hognose (Hudson)
2.1.0 Dogs (Dillon, Alfie, Ellie)
0.1.0 Senegal Parrot (Peanut)
1.1.0 Bearded Dragons (Bonnie & Clyde)
1.0.0 Crested Geckos (Echo)
0.2.1 Hermanns Tortoises (Ebbie, Rosie & Twiglet)
0.1.0 Guinea Pig (Dolly-Pipsqueak)
0.1.9 Tarantulas (Poppy, Gypsy, Bumble, Insey Winsey, Sonic, Cookie, Raven, Fudge, Titch & Sox)
??? Foster animals
Location: Near Saffron Walden, Essex
|
|
|
|
DannyBrown91
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3070 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 13:24:31
|
| Everybody has worries before getting the first of any pet i guess. Just be calm when handling him and you'll be fine. |
0.0.1 Ghost Corn - Casper
0.0.1 Diffused Corn - Reggie
0.0.1 Amel Corn - Candy A.K.A Baby
1.0 Commom BCI - Rocky
0.1 Japanese Akita - Sasha
Location: Liverpool |
|
|
|
boost-boy74
Egg
58 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 13:29:42
|
| thanks for the replies, feel a bit calmer now - just anxious lol |
Location: Weeting, Norfolk |
|
|
|
crazy JJ
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
2326 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 13:57:48
|
just relax it will be fine, and you will love them... just be warned there addictive but great pets :D
we've all been in your postition, lol i still am with twilight, everytime i touch her she goes a lil wacky, but yours hopefully wont be like that lol |
2.5 corns 2.0 cali kings 1.0 tange hondo milk 1.0 apricot pueblan milk 1.0 royal (overgrown slug) 0.1 tarantula 1.0 chinchilla chico, 0.1 goldfish tigger 0.0.4 minows 0.2 cats fudge and porsha and 0.3.2 tarantula’s that are my mummys
r.i.p to the lil ones that i and mummy have lost recently |
|
|
|
kdlang
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3556 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 14:08:30
|
| I still get nervous when handling the littlies as they are so quick and there isn't much to catch hold of but I'm sure you will be fine. Can't wait to see pics. Do you know what morph you are getting? |
4.1.0 corns - Izzy (Carolina) Alice (Amel) Peanut (Butter Motley) Swayze (Ghost) Carmellia (Butter Motley)
0.1.0 cat - Kizzy
1.0.0 Dog - Dobbie
Location - Chesterfield, Derbyshire
www.support-dogs.org.uk |
|
|
|
Sizzlesmum
Hatchling
United Kingdom
490 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 20:13:13
|
Congrats for your new arrival on Wednesday
You'll be fine, it's only natural to be nervous
Looking forward to seeing the pics once he has settled in. |
 |
|
|
|
Tatsie-j
Hatchling
United Kingdom
209 Posts |
Posted - 21/06/2010 : 20:20:52
|
| Dont do it... they r soooo adictive lol no ull love it i have 3 and there all so different again we need pics n do u know what morph? |
Anery - Bailey
Amel- Coraline
Normal - Zebedee
Butter Motley - Kitrino
Cats - Danny & Jasper
Location : Lancing, West Sussex |
|
|
|
Kellog
the nice one
United Kingdom
7308 Posts |
Posted - 22/06/2010 : 03:55:52
|
FINALLY!!  You certainly have waited long enough and prepared enough to get your snake....think it has been over 2 months since you joined us to do your research.
Dont worry about being nervous....I would be worried if you werent nervous  !!
Just remember that before handling him you have to get through the hands-off week....to let him destress, settle in and start getting used to your smell without being threatened by you.
For when that week is over have a look at this thread, it may give you some tips on how to go about handling him - http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8735. As Danny said, the main thing is to be calm....also be gentle and patient, with slow movement....and try not to show how nervous you are, snakes can pick up on your vibes!! It is a case of faking confidence until you feel it !!
I am not surprised you are worried about him escaping, I cant imagine holding something that small and that quick  (ok, I know that doesnt sound reassuring ) but just remember that the majority of the forum members have been there and done that and not lost their little babies!! So you can do it too!
Just to remind you of the pics link - http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=14 (remember the unwritten forum rule ....pics as soon as possible!)
xxx
|
  
   |
|
|
|
boost-boy74
Egg
58 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2010 : 14:00:40
|
| thanks for the replies, they have really helped and thankyou for answering all my silly questions....right lets get to the good bit, thanks kellog for the links. went to my reptile shop that i always use for my leos etc, handeled a few snakes but then i fell in love with a 9 month old normal corn i love her so much she is great - the store said she was het for caramel? she is settling in as i type. i have a few medical problems and im on lots of medication which makes my hands shake a little - my friend from the shop said it should not be a problem as long as i was calm - well im pretty laid back so hopefully should be fine? cheers simon |
Location: Weeting, Norfolk |
|
|
|
Sta~ple
qeeun speler
United Kingdom
6129 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2010 : 14:32:58
|
Normals are the best, they are so beautiful. What you might find that she might be a bit skittish, this is normal for young snakes or snakes in new surrounding but as you handle her more she will calm down.
Congrats though |
  
A very special super, duper thanks for K :3 |
|
|
|
kdlang
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
3556 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2010 : 14:56:05
|
Congratulations. I think it's lovely that you just went to the shop and held some snakes and just picked the one that you fell in love with. Alot of us get so hung up on certain morphs that we want, me included, that we forget sometimes that gut instinct is the most important thing when choosing a pet and it sounds like your gut has told you that this little one is right for you. Now comes the hard part of letting her settle in and resisting those sneaky peaks 'just to make sure she is ok' lol. Oh that is so hard.
Have you picked a name for her yet? |
4.1.0 corns - Izzy (Carolina) Alice (Amel) Peanut (Butter Motley) Swayze (Ghost) Carmellia (Butter Motley)
0.1.0 cat - Kizzy
1.0.0 Dog - Dobbie
Location - Chesterfield, Derbyshire
www.support-dogs.org.uk |
|
|
|
n/a
deleted
103 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2010 : 20:29:34
|
I got my first ever corn back last November and he's a "normal", although i dont like the name normal, as all corns are great, and like some of the others have said they are VERY addictive. Already promised myself another one in sept/oct time (Once i've got my wedding out of the way, dont think my OH would approve spending money on another snake with all of the wedding costs). lol
Also listen to as much advice on here as possible. I'd had Eugene for a month or 2 before i joined this site and i made so many mistakes, like not leaving him for the "cooling off" week before handling. I got no advice etc. from the reptile shop and was handling him straight away.
My viv was actually far too big for him, and so bare. God knows what other mistakes i would have made if it wasnt for the people on this site. |
|
|
|
boost-boy74
Egg
58 Posts |
Posted - 25/06/2010 : 09:47:03
|
| no name as yet.....im struggling to stop peaking, lol - all ive be doing is change her water. thanks for the advice guys and girlz, cheers simon |
Location: Weeting, Norfolk |
|
|
|
mrsT
Hatchling
United Kingdom
186 Posts |
Posted - 25/06/2010 : 19:36:31
|
congrats on your new snake!
i've got a 'normal' too,they're lovely aren't they.agree with the others though....the hardset part is the settling in week,when all you want to do is pick them up!good luck with it all hope you enjoy your new snake |
1 carolina corn - Jake
1 hypo lavender - Kane
1 xb dog - Zak
Location: Essex |
|
|
|
gregDT
Egg
United Kingdom
84 Posts |
Posted - 25/06/2010 : 22:10:50
|
You could try 'natural' rather than 'normal'. Hold on, that would mean those of us with morphs would have 'unnatural' snakes
Maybe just stick 'beautiful', as I've yet to see a picture of one that wasn't
Oh and I'm about a week ahead of you with owning a snake. So I know just how you feel. However once you get comfortable with the fact they are not going to bolt for the window or bite you to shreds, handling snakes becomes incredibly relaxing. They way they glide over your hands is hypnotising |
Greg |
|
|
|
boost-boy74
Egg
58 Posts |
Posted - 26/06/2010 : 15:36:57
|
| tell me about it, thanks for all the replies..... |
Location: Weeting, Norfolk |
|
|
|
glynjones
Egg
United Kingdom
92 Posts |
Posted - 27/06/2010 : 21:16:01
|
Hi all
How do peaple get on handling larger snakes, at the mo Marge is 27" long and slithers around my hands mainly. I have not let her have a wonder around yet, mainly because i like to handle her but also the worry of escaping or the cats( bubble and squeak getting to interested?
Glyn |
Glyn
1.1.0 Marge (Amel)
Nelson (Lavender) |
|
|
|
Kellog
the nice one
United Kingdom
7308 Posts |
Posted - 28/06/2010 : 03:33:17
|
I am so glad you have now got your corn and that hands-off week is nearly over Simon....not long to go!
I also have a medical condition and am on a large amount of medications....so I can understand your concerns about handling if you get the shakes. I think it is pretty good that you got a 9 month old rather than a hatchling as she will be that bit bigger and hopefully you will feel more confident when you handle her. It really is a case of being calm, patient and confident....and if you dont feel confident then fake it (it really works!). I must admit that I have found handling my corns really therapeutic, Kellog especially. It is a little way off for you but it is so relaxing feeling him sliding around my body and through my hands....and even just watching their motion.
I dont have a 'normal' but feel exactly like you do about them being called that  !! They are so beautiful that they are far from 'normal'!! The sad thing is that so many of them are overlooked cos people are too interested in the more fashionable morphs....but luckily you didnt let that stop you . I cant wait to see pics of her. (Just a reminder of the unwritten forum rule - pics as soon as possible! http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=14)
As for a name, this thread has a few suggestions - http://www.thecornsnake.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=6673 ....but there is no rush, you will know when you have found the right name for her.
quote:
Originally posted by glynjones
Hi all
How do peaple get on handling larger snakes, at the mo Marge is 27" long and slithers around my hands mainly. I have not let her have a wonder around yet, mainly because i like to handle her but also the worry of escaping or the cats( bubble and squeak getting to interested?
Glyn
Why dont you start your own topic on this Glyn? I have only dealt with adults so have always had them sliding around my body and exploring the floor....but I would be interested to hear how people go from that small 'only in hands' phase to the 'allowing to wander' phase. I do know that when I do allow mine to wander I always keep a hand on them (especially Silvesta), just to remind them that I am there and it means I can grab them if I see them heading somewhere I dont want them to go....but they are a lot larger than Marge.
Do you shut the cats out while you are handling Marge? If not it may be an idea to, so that you reduce the risk of them wanting to 'play' with her.
xxx
|
|
Edited by - Kellog on 28/06/2010 03:38:47 |
|
|
|
boost-boy74
Egg
58 Posts |
Posted - 28/06/2010 : 09:18:32
|
thanks for the links and the advice, will get some pics up soon |
Location: Weeting, Norfolk |
|
|
|
Topic |
|
first ever snake on wednesday
