she is probably dehydrated from her long escape. you should let her drink her fill, then she will not be so thirsty. also, she should have enough water to be able to soak herself in, not too deep, but she should have a water dish that she can coil up in if she wants to.

She will probably mellow out sooner or later, but for now, let her adjust for a month or so. She needs to get used to your scent and realize you are not going to eat her. Since she has been outside, go talk to your vet and bring them a nice fresh stool sample. you have to get them when it's still gross and damp. She may have picked up some parasites which may also make her stressed and cranky. You will want to treat her if she is sick as soon as possible.

Also, i do agree that the best way to deal with a crabby snake is to leave it be, and if it's still nasty, make sure YOU are very calm and not nervous, this will make her freak out more. A nervous hesitant hand will remond her of all those cats and raccoons that tried to chomp her. If you work with other animals, you will know what I mean. chill out and they will too (mostly). At the very least being calm will be less likely to make her freak out. i like to meditate a minute or two before taking out my snakes after a stressful day so they don't pick up on my stress.



good luck!

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