https://forums.kingsnake.com/forum.php?catid=292 Welcome to the Venomoid Snake Discussion Forum. This forum is for civilized discussion and debate on the subject of venomoid snakes. Anyone participating in discussions on this forum is expected to abide by our sites Terms of Service. A venomoid is a venomous snake that has undergone a surgical procedure to remove or inhibit the production of venom. This procedure has been used for venomous snakes, kept for pets or used in public demonstrations, to remove the risk of injury or death when handled. Removal of fangs is uncommon, as snakes frequently regenerate teeth, and the more invasive procedure of removing the underlying maxillary bone would be fatal. Most venomoid procedures consist of either removing the venom gland itself, or severing the duct between the gland and the fang. However, the duct and gland have been known to regenerate, and supposedly "safe" snakes have killed mice and successfully envenomated humans If you are a new user to this forum, please take the time to review the rules first before posting: Terms of Service. https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1959572,1959572 A message from USARK: There is a poll on FOX NEWS entitled: Should people be allowed to keep exotic animals? If you believe you should be allowed to responsibly keep exotic reptiles please follow the link below and VOTE YES! This poll is important because politicians will use it to gauge public sen... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1891001,1891001 I'd like to know who the vendor was that sold this NJ guy a supposed "Venomoid" at the last Hamburg? It's a huge black eye to the practice & I really have problems believing it was even supposed to be a Venomoid animal as he also bought an EDB & a Copperhead. Could he reall... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1875859,1875859 I was just wondering if anyone out there knows where i could start looking for a venomoid gaboon viper? Just looking for some help on getting some contact info. I live in Washington state found a few but owners not looking to get rid of them thanks https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1748033,1748033 does anyone know of a vet that removes glands and ducts from venomous in NC? i am interested in getting 2 monacle cobras for educational use for local schools and want to make sure all safty measures are taken including removal of glands and ducts. thanks https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1687271,1687271 https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1654799,1654799 Firstly, let me state that I am neither for nor against venomoids. I do not keep hots yet, but I am currently doing lots of research them before I make that commitment. It seems to me that the size implant used on a baby gaboon viper would be different than the size of an adult's. So would a ba... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1580315,1580315 I'm wrting this thread to find out if anyone that has kept a venomoid snake, that had implants put in place of venom sacks, experienced the snakes rejecting the implants? The reason I ask is because I have an albino western diamondback that seems to be having some odd things going on with it. The ... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1503648,1503648 Yes I am being serious. Anyone with experience keeping (and feeding) both venomoid and not of the same species may be able to contribute to an age old debate on what effect venom plays in digestion of food items. Do you notice any difference in the poop? My hunch is that the poop is exactly the same... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1459491,1459491 I keep reading posts where people are telling other people to post in the venomoid forum. I thought this was it. https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1425961,1425961 Just wondering what the proper procedure would be for a bite from one of these 'non-lethal' venemous snakes...not that i ever plan on bein bit just horribally curious---thanks Judith https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1394203,1394203 Im not a hot snake person. I dont know if I could have that thought in my mind of an albino cobra sitting down stairs. I was just wondering though..I've heard of people that have these snakes de-venomized im not sure if thats the correct terminology. Doesnt this effect the snakes eating habits in a ... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1374955,1374955 Some years ago there was a discussion and the possibility of toxicity in saliva of some venomoids(especially certain cobras). Wondering if anyone else remembers the discussion, and if there was ever any actual research done on the question-if I remember right something was mentioned that mice bitten... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1374260,1374260 Does anyone know if you need a permit to have a venomoid in Florida? https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1374098,1374098 does anyone know if it is legal to have a venimoid (don't know if I spelled that right) snake in florida without a permit or do you need one even though it's a venimoid? https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1363992,1363992 What are the medical applications to say a person getting bitten by a venomoid Gaboon? Please no ethical discussions just curious. https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1265269,1265269 I'll try this again. I'm interested in gaining some information on this species for an educational program here in Massachusetts. I am interested to know whether people breed the variety that looks like those found in the wild in the northern states. Any info would be appreciated. https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1262165,1262165 Hypothetically could an operation to remove either the venom glands or venom ducts of a dangerous rearfanged snake such as a boomslang or twigsnake(although some still do not believe the twig snakes to be technically venomous they definitely are capable of killing humans, such as famed herpetologist... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1256717,1256717 The following is my sole opinion on keeping venomoid reptiles. This is meant to be a civilised discussion, so please, be able to state you opinion without being hostel. I am not against the operation itself. I belive that if it is done right, it is not wrong. It only actually hurts the snak... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1231520,1231520 Hello 2 all! I am a new member here on kingsnake.com and have been doing research 4 the last couple of months on venomoid snakes. I know there are alot of fellow herp friends out there that disagree with this practice. Although I respect everybodys opinion I feel that this provides us with a chance ... https://forums.kingsnake.com/view.php?id=1189812,1189812 There are many viewpoints on venomoids. I personally am against the procedure. What are your thoughts? Thanks Mike